JOSEPH VACLAVIK Joseph Vaclavik, 79, died at his home in Two Rivers this noon following long illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 9 o'clock from the St. Luke's Catholic church. Burial will be made in the Pioneers Rest cemetery. The body is at the Jansky funeral home. Mr. Vaclavik was born in Prague, Bohemia, on August 8, 1860. He came to America at the age of 17. On February 11, 1892 he was married to Miss Mary Kopetsky of Two Creeks. The couple celebrated their golden anniversay two years ago. Mr. Vaclavik was employed for many years at the Aluminum Goods company plant in Two Rivers. Survivors besides Mrs. Vaclavik include five sons, Anton, Joseph and Walter of Two Rivers. Albert of Antigo and Frank of Jackson, Mich.; nine grandchildren and on great-grandchild. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 8, 1940 P. 4 ******** Joseph Vaclavik, 79, died at his home at Two Rivers Saturday noon and funeral services were held Thursday morning at St. Luke's church. The widow, five sons, nine grandchildren and one great grandchild survive. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Manitowoc, Wis. June 14, 1940 P. 6 MARY VACLAVIK Mrs. Mary Vaclavik, 87, a resident of Two Rivers for more than 60 years, having resided most of her life at 1820 Monroe Street, died Monday at the Memorial Hospital at Antigo. She had been residing with a son, Albert Vaclavik in that city for about a year and a half Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Klein & Stangel Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 10 a.m. at St. Luke Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. C.V. Hugo officiating. Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Vaclavik, nee Mary Kopetsky, was born in the Town of Two Creeks on Sept. 3, 1867, a daughter of John and Ann Mancel Kopetsky. She was married in 1888 to Joseph Vaclavik, who died in Two Rivers in 1940. Surviving Mrs. Vaclavik are five sons, Anton of Two Rivers, Joseph and Walter of the Town of Two Rivers, Frank of Jackson, Mich. and Albert Vaclavik of Antigo; a brother Wenzel Kopetsky of Two Rivers, 10 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7:45 p.m. Wednesday. Obituary from the Newspaper, Tuesday, May 3, 1955
WALTER VACLAVIK Walter Vaclavik, 78, of Jackson, Mich., died Thursday at Jackson. Funeral services were at 3 o'clock this Saturday afternoon at Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home, Jackson, with cremation following. Mr. Vaclavik was born June 13, 1895, son of the late Joseph and Mary Vaclavik. He was a retired Manitowoc County farmer, residing at Jackson the past three years. He was a member of the Two Rivers Eagles Club. Survivors include a brother, Frank, of Jackson, with whom he made his home, and nieces and nephews. Three brothers preceded him in death. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, Wis. October 6, 1973 P. 10 ******** (13 Jun 1895/Oct 1973/SSDI)
ALBERT VAN BRAMER Albert E. Van Bramer, 82, of 2011 Monroe St., Two Rivers, retired Mirro Aluminum Co. employe, died unexpectedly Thursday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Saturday at Grace Congretational United Church of Christ, Two Rivers, the Rev. Vernon Hauser officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mr. Van Bramer was born July 3, 1889, at Fish Creek, Door County, son of the late Peter and Ella Judd Van Bramer. He married Mary Vanderbloemen of Two Rivers at Manitowoc June 22, 1912. An employe of Plant No. 1, Mirro Aluminum Co., Two Rivers, for many years, he retired in 1954. He was a member of Two Rivers Aerie No. 2433, Fraternal Order of Eagles. Besides his wife he leaves a daughter, Miss Janette, at home, a son, Donald, of Grand Forks, N.D., a sister, Mrs. Viola Vanderbloemen, of Kewaunee and three grandchildren. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Riveres, after 3 p.m. Friday and after 9 a.m. at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 8, 1972
DANIEL VAN NOSTRAND Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Two Rivers newspaper Tuesday, August 25, 1903. Front page. DANIEL VAN NOSTRAND SR. DIED A good Man and an Old Settler gone to the other shore Yesterday morning the mortal career of Daniel Van Nostrand Sr. came to a sudden termination from a paralytic stroke, just after he had got out of bed and was about to dress himself. Several months ago he received warning in the form of a slight stroke of paralysis that his earthly course was nearly run but this warning gave him no distress of either mind or body, as its effects upon his body soon disappeared and he continued to daily fulfill the duties of life and to enjoy its blessings as though nothing had happened. His mind had no reason to be troubled over what the future had in store for him. He had lived a pure life, worshipped God as he believed it the duty of mortals to worship Him and had been charitable and just to his fellow men. So he continued on life's journey, happy all that day long, regardless of when or where it would end. The end came yesterday morning, in the twinkling of an eye, with no prelude of pain and helplessness. It was an ideal ending of a long and useful life. Daniel Van Nostrand was born in Hemstead, Long Island November 22, 1819 and was a lineal descendant of Peter Van Nostrand, one of the Dutch colonists who settled in New York in 1636. He was married to Johanna Coe March 24, 1846. She bore him eight children. Three died in infancy and one, the wife of A. Hudson, who died several years ago. Three sons, Daniel Jr., William and Silas and one daughter Anne, survive him. She died on the 10 of November 1869. Mr. Van Nostrand was married the second time on March 19, 1889 to Mrs. Estella Boyles, who survives him. He was one of the early settlers of Two Rivers having come here in 1854 and, with the exception of about one year and a half spent in Iowa, this place has since been his home. He was a good citizen and an estimable neighbor. All who have known him will feel no anxiety over him now that he has passed away, but will rejoice with the beloved ones he leaves behind that his departure was so entirely free of pain and suffering. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon from the little church he has loved so well and helped to maintain so long. *********** From Der Nord Westen, 27 Aug. 1903: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 Aug.) Mr. Van Nostrand, an old resident of our city, died late Sun. night. He had been in good health all day, but suffered a stroke during the night. He is survived by his widow (his second wife) and 2 sons – Silas and Dan. The former is a bookkeeper in the Two Rivers Mercantile Co. The deceased, a cabinet maker by trade, for many years worked in the chair factory before retiring. Burial will be Wed. from the English Church.
ROY VAN NOSTRAND From Der Nord Westen, 30 July 1891: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 July) Diphtheria is rampant in our community. Last week witnessed the death from that disease of the 9 yr. old son of Mr. S. Van Nostrand, the bookkeeper at the Two Rivers Manufacturing Co. A week earlier, he lost an 11 yr. old daughter to the same illness. ******** (d. 20 July 1891/age 9 yrs./cause: diptheria/from record of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc)
GUSTAVE VIEL Gustave F. Viel, 87, formerly of 1020 Buffalo St., Manitowoc, died Friday evening at Holy Family Extended Care. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. David A. Passet will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Viel was born June 29, 1896, at Two Rivers, son of the late Fred and Mary Habermann Viel. He married Sally Sprang in 1914 at Two Rivers. He had been employed at the Manitowoc Equipment Co., retiring in 1963. His wife preceded him in death in 1921. He was a member of the Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Survivors include four daughters, Joyce Assmann, Shirley Bruechert, Mrs. Donald (Delores) Shawhan and Mrs. Ellen Miller, of Manitowoc; a step-son, Raymond Vassileu, and a step-daughter, Dorothy Tollefson, of Manitowoc; a brother, Reuben and a sister, Myrtle Ziel of California, and six grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. December 22, 1973
MARY VIEL Mrs. Mary Viel, 86, lifelong resident of Eaton, died Sunday. She was born in Eaton in 1865, the former Mary Habermann. Survivors are two daughters, [private]; three sons, [private]; sister, Mrs. Pauline Isack of Shell Lake, Wis. Funeral plans are incomplete and are in charge of the Klein and Stangel Inc. funeral home, Two Rivers. Two Rivers Reporter, Monday, June 4, 1951 p. 2M
ELIZABETH VIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 05 Oct. 1905: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 02 Oct.) Death this evening about 9 p.m. of the wife of Gustav Viets at the age of 66 yrs. 1 mo. She leaves 3 married daughters; Mrs. Geo. Miller, Mrs. L. Sonntag, and Mrs. Philipp Vanderbloem. The funeral will be Sun afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
FRED VIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 21 Feb. 1895: A sad death occurred this morning. Fritz Vietz, a comparatively young man, has shot himself. What brought this man, who was married and leaves a child, to this terrible deed is difficult to say. It is known that he had attempted suicide about a year ago and that he was quite disturbed.
HERMAN VIETZ From Der Nord Westen, 05 Oct. 1899: Death in Two Rivers on Tues. last week of 25-yr. old Hermann Vietz following a long illness. The funeral took place from the Lutheran Church.
JAMES VORACEK James Vorachek (sic), 73, an employe of the city of Two Rivers for the past 27 years, suffered a heart attack in a tavern there early Sunday morning and died a few minutes later. Funeral services will be held from the C.J. Jansky Funeral Home in Two Rivers at 2 o'clock Wednesday afternoon with the Rev. F.D. Schlueter officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. Vorachek entered the tavern yesterday morning and complained of not feeling well. A doctor was called but Vorachek died before treatment could be administered. Coroner Teitgen said death resulted from a heart attack and said no inquest would be held. James Vorachek was born in the town of Pierce, Kewaunee county on September 27, 1869 and would have reached his 74th birthday in two weeks. He came to Two Rivers 40 years ago and was employed in industrial plants until taking employment in the street department. He was unmarried. Survivors are two sisters, Mrs. Louis Trottman, of Kewaunee and Mrs. George Schalble of Acron, Mich., one brother, Henry Vorachek of Menominee. Six fellow workers will act as pallbearers at the funeral rites. They are Elmer Duvalle, Harvey Lehrman, Wilfred Derocher, William Schramm, George Zahorik, and Louis Schultz. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, September 14, 1942 P. 2
AUGUST VOSHARDT From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1901: Death in Kewanee yesterday morning of Mr. A. Boshardt(sic), Editor and Publisher of the "Enterprise" there at age 42. A lung abscess caused his death. Mr. Boshardt was born in Two Rivers where his father and several sisters still live. In addition, he is survived by his widow and one son. ********* The funeral of A. C. Voshardt held at Two Rivers Sunday, was the largest ever known in that section. The Two Rivers lodge of Masons had charge of the services the Kewaunee lodge was in attendance. Other lodges were Algoma Masonic, Kewaunee Knights of Pythias, Two Rivers Woodmen. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, February 11, 1901, p. 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 11 Feb.) News arrived here Thurs. of the sudden death of August Boshardt, Editor of the "Enterprise" in Kewaunee County. He was well known here having been born and raised locally. He leaves his widow and several children in good circumstances. His father and several sisters still live here. The body was brought here and the funeral took place from the English Church conducted by Pastor Davidson.
HENRY VOSHARDT From Der Nord Westen, 02 Sept. 1909: Death in Chicago on Sunday, from old age debility, of 83-year old Henry Voshardt. He came to Two Rivers in his early youth and lived here until about three years ago when he sold his share in the Hamilton Manufacturing Co. and moved to Chicago to live with his daughter, Mrs. Sophie Miller, where he died. He is survived by 2 sons and 3 daughters. The body was brought to Two Rivers and laid to rest Tuesday. *********** From Der Nord Westen, 09 Sept. 1909: The following people attended the funeral of Henry Voshardt in Two Rivers: Herman Voshardt, Mrs. Sophia Mueller, Minnie Voshardt, Mr. and Mrs. R.A. Kahlenberg, Louis Mueller, Albert Kahlenberg, Mr. and Mrs. A. Friedly, all from Chicago; Wm. Voshardt and family from Black River Falls, Mr. and Mrs. Frank Voshardt of Portage, and the E.J. Vaudreuil family from Rhinelander.
HENRY VOSHARDT From Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1891: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 17 Feb.) Death Sun. evening of 24 yr. old Heinrich Vosshardt, son of Mr. H. Vosshardt.
MRS. WENCEL WACHAL FINDS WIFE DEAD IN BED Aged Woman Expires Suddenly, Her Body Taken to Chicago for Cremation Mrs. Wencel Wachal, aged 68, was found dead in bed by her husband early Thursday morning. She had been ill for some time and her death was caused by heart failure. Mr. Wachal, who was nursing his wife awoke early and went to see if his wife wanted anything, when he found her dead. At the request of the dead woman, her body was taken to Chicago where it was cremated. The funeral services took place in Chicago and the ceremonies were performed by Dr. F. Iska. The ashes will be brought to this city today and will be buried in the cemetery. Mrs. Wachal was born in Taus, Austria and came to this country with her husband about thirty years ago. She was the mother of seven children who are all dead. She has no surviving relatives in this country. Two Rivers Chronicle, May 9, 1916
CATH. WAGENER From Der Nord Westen, 29 June 1899: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 26 June) Last week we reported that old Mrs. Wagner was quite ill from a stroke. Today we must report that she died last night. Her funeral will take place Wed. at 1 p.m. in the Two Rivers Cemetery. She leaves 7 children, all married, with many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Her husband and two sons preceded her in death. She reached the age of 86 yrs. 6 mos. and was admired and respected by everyone.
JOHN NICOLAUS WAGENER From Der Nord Westen, 18 Feb. 1897: Death on Sat. of John Nicolaus Wagner(sic) at the home of his son-in-law Capt. W. Henry in Two Rivers, where he had been living. He was nearing the age of 92, having been born 04 May 1805 in Crev on the Mosel in Rhineland. In 1833 he married Catharine Schwistal, his 84 yr. old surviving widow. He came to America in 1852 and took over a farm in Mishicott which he operated until old age caused him to turn it over to his son August. Mr. Wagner had never been ill before and had never taken any kind of medicine. Old age debility took his life. In addition to his widow, he is survived by his 7 children, 37 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. The funeral took place yesterday in Two Rivers.
ALOIS WALESH The body of 18-year-old Alois Walesh, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walesh of this city, who died at Chippewa Falls, will be brought to Two Rivers for burial. Three sisters and four brothers besides the mother survive. ******* BURIAL ON SATURDAY The body of Alois Walesch who died at Chippewa Falls yesterday, will be brought here today. The funeral will take place Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the Beduhn and Goetz chapel, Rev. Hawkes officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 23, 1928, Page 9
AUGUSTA WALTER Mrs. Frank Walter of Two Rivers, died at a Milwaukee hospital and the body was brought from that city for burial at Two Rivers Tuesday. Mrs. Walter was 62 years of age and had been ill a long time. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, September 30, 1915, Page 3
RONIE WANDRASH After an illness of twenty four hours Mrs. Joseph Wondrash of Two Rivers died of heart trouble. She was 35/36? years of age and is survived by her husband and two children. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, June 16, 1917, Page 3 (Note: Wandrash on tombstone/Joseph is Wondrash on tombstone)
AUGUST WANDTKE AUGUST WANDTKE DIES SUDDENLY August Julius Wandtke, died suddenly at his home in this city, last Wednesday morning, after an illness of only a few days. The deceased was born in Pummern, Germany, December 29, 1868. He came to America 23 years ago and settled at Manitowoc where he was employed in a meat market. In August 1895 he was married at Manitowoc to Emile Schmidt. Thirteen years later he came to this city where he purchased a meat market which he conducted ever since. August Wandtke had many friends and was well known in all parts of the county. He had a reputation for honest dealing. He was a pleasant, good natured gentleman and always stood ready to lend assistance to those in distress. He was progressive and loyal and took an active part in many things that helped to improve the city. August Wandtke is survived by a wife and one brother, Bernard, a former resident of this city, also three sisters and three brothers who reside in Germany. The funeral took place on Saturday from the residence. The ceremonies were conducted by the Odd Fellows and the sermon was delivered by Rev. Morris. The Chronicle, Two Rivers, Tuesday, July 2, 1912
DOROTHY WASCHER MRS. WASCHER, PIONEER, DIES IN MANITOWOC Former Resident of City Summoned at 89; Funeral Here Today Mrs. Charles Wascher, 88(sic), pioneer resident of Two Rivers' south side, died late Saturday afternoon at the home of her daughter, Mrs. John Koch, 1510 Torrison Drive, Manitowoc, where she had been making her home for the past several years since the death of her husband. Funeral services will be held in this city Tuesday morning. There will be short services from the Klein & Stangel, Inc., funeral home at 22nd and Washington streets at 8:30 o'clock to be followed by services from St. Mark's Catholic church at 9 o'clock. The Rev. Peter Nilles will officiate and interment will be in Pioneer's Rest cemetery here. Mrs. Wascher, nee Dorothy Dobry was born in Austria on Feb. 7, 1850. She came to America with her parents when she was still a young girl. She was married to Charles Wascher, pioneer resident of Manitowoc and after a few years residence in Manitowoc the couple came to this city and resided at 1411 Hawthorne avenue. Since the death of her husband several years ago she has made her home with her daughter in Manitowoc. Survivors are the daughter, Mrs. Koch; two sons, Charles, Toledo, Ohio, and Arthur, Milwaukee. The body may be viewed at the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home until the time of the services tomorrow. The rosary will be said this evening at 7:30 o'clock. Two Rivers Reporter, Monday, January 9, 1939
BERTHA WASKOW From Der Nord Westen, 26 July 1900: Death in Two Rivers on Tues. morning of 16-yr. old Bertha Waskow, daughter of John Waskow, of typhus.
EMMA WEBER Mrs. Frank Weber, 1813 Emmett street, Two Rivers, died at her home Saturday afternoon. She had been in failing health for the past year. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday at the Beduhn funeral chapel, Two Rivers, the Rev. M. J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Weber, nee Emma Kriwanek, was born at Kewaunee in 1885, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Kriwanek. She was married to Frank Weber of Two Rivers in 1912 and had made her home in Two Rivers since. Besides her husband, Mrs. Weber leaves two brothers, Emil and John Kriwanek, both of Two Rivers. Friends may call at the Beduhn funeral home until the hour of services. The Two Rivers Reporter, Mon. 16 July 1951
FRANK WEBER Funeral services for Frank Weber, 84, of 1813 Emmett St., Two Rivers, who died Friday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where he was taken from his home a short while earlier, will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery. Mr. Weber was born Dec. 21, 1883, in Two Rivers, a son of the late Philip and Augusta Oestreich Weber. He lived in Two Rivers his entire life and was a longtime employee of Hamilton Mfg. Co., retiring in 1950. On Feb. 13, 1912, he married the former Emma Krivanek, who preceded him in death in July of 1951. In his retired years he spent considerable time as a hook and line fisherman off the piers of the harbor at Two Rivers. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Hattie Wallace, of Hartford, Wis., and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times – Two Rivers Reporter, Sat. 12 Oct. 1968
MARY WEBER (d. 1944) DEATH CLAIMS MRS. WEBER AT HOSPITAL HERE Wife of Philip Weber Taken After Brief Illness: Rites on Friday Mrs. Mary Weber, 47, 2601 Tenth street, wife of Philip Weber, veteran street department employee, died at the Municipal hospital early this morning following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held from the Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. The Rev. W. G. Haase of St. John’s Lutheran church will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. Born in Sheboygan The body may be viewed at the funeral home Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock and until the time of services. Mrs. Weber, nee Mary Klein, was born in Sheboygan on June 21, 1896 and came to this city with her parents, the late Anton and Mary Robinson Klein, when a child. The family made their home on the east side. She married Philip Weber in July 1918 and a week later he was called into the service to serve during World War I. Soon after his return he secured employment in the street department of the city and has held the position since. Leaves Husband Besides the husband, survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Charles Day of this city; two sons, Sergt. Leroy Weber of Dallas, Texas and Milton at home; four sisters, Mrs. Charles Lawerentz and Mrs. Albert Dewey of this city, Mrs. Charles Tetzlaff of the town of Two Rivers and Mrs. Joe Gletz of the town of Mishicot; seven brothers, Nic, Harry and Anton Klein of this city, John and Arthur of Kewaunee county and Charles of the town of Two Rivers. One grandchild also survives. The Two Rivers Reporter, Tues. 11 Jan. 1944
MARY M. WEBER (d. 1945) DEATH CLAIMS MRS. WEBER AT MISHICOT AT 60 Widow of John Weber, Meat Dealer, Dies at Daughter’s Home Today Mrs. Mary Weber, 60, widow of John Weber, former Two Rivers meat market operator, died early this morning at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Paul Klawitter, R. 1, Mishicot, following a lingering illness. Funeral Saturday Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the St. John’s Lutheran church, Rev. W. G. Haase officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery. The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral home from Friday afternoon at 2 o’clock until the time of services on Saturday. Mrs. Weber, nee Mary Landt, was born Mary 24, 1885 in the town of Two Rivers, the daughter of Ernst and Rickey Ahrndt Landt. Both parents have preceded her in death. Mrs. Weber was married to John Weber in the St. John’s Lutheran church here by Rev. C. F. Doehler, about 42 years ago. Mr. Weber died June 25, 1925. She was a member of the Ladies Aid society of the St. John’s Lutheran church and of the auxiliary to the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Leaves Five Children Surviving are two sons, Ralph, of Mishicot, and Robert, a shipfitter, second class, of the U.S. navy, stationed at the Great Lakes naval training center, Great Lakes, Ill. Also surviving are three daughters, Mrs. Caroline Klawitter, of R. 1, Mishicot, Mrs. Alice Neuser of Manitowoc and Mrs. Marie Klinkner, of Two Rivers. There are 16 surviving grandchildren. Two brothers, Ernst Landt of Milwaukee and August Landt of Manitowoc, and four sisters, Mrs. Richard Schroeder, of Manitowoc, Mrs. Peter Weber of Two Rivers, Mrs. Louis Kumbalek of Two Rivers and Mrs. Max Klawitter of the town of Two Rivers, also survive. The Two Rivers Reporter, Thur. 4 Oct. 1945
TRACY C. WEBER Tracy Weber, 16, son of Milton and Doris Nething Weber, of Rt. 1, Mishicot, died Monday morning. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The Rev. David Johnson will officiate and burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 3, 1973
MINNIE WEGNER From Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1896: Death in Two Rivers Thurs. last week, of Mrs. Wilhelmine Wegner, at the age of 38 yrs. 9 mos. of consumption. Mrs. Wegner, a daughter of Mr. H. Beck, was born in Two Rivers. Her husband, who preceded her in death 10 yrs. ago, was also a victim of consumption. The funeral took place Sun. at the German Evangelical Church.
ALBERT WEHAUSEN From Der Nord Westen, 30 Oct. 1909: (Saturday dateline) Albert Wehausen, well-known resident of our city, died Sunday after a long illness, in the residence of his daughter here, Mrs. E. Clusen. He was 81 years old. Earlier he operated a mill in Mishicott, then moved to Two Rivers where he spent many additional years in the milling business, retiring about 15 years ago and moving in with the above named daughter. In addition to her, he is survived by one son, George Wehausen who lives in Two Rivers. The body was taken to Two Rivers for burial on Tuesday.
GEORGE WEHAUSEN G. WEHAUSEN, PIONEER CITY OFFICIAL DEAD Former Postmaster, City Clerk, and Utility Head Passes Away Friday, Following Stroke George Wehausen, former postmaster, city clerk, school board member and for years superintendent of the water and light plant in Two Rivers, passed away last night at the Waverly hotel, where he made his home. The deceased, who was 66 years of age, suffered a stroke a few days ago and failing to rally. In the death of Mr. Wehausen one of the prominent citizens of the community has passed on. Since retiring from the post with the public utility here six years ago the deceased has been living a retired life. The only surviving relative is a daughter, Mrs. George Beaton of this city, from whose home funeral services will be held Monday. The deceased was born in the town of Mishicot, Feb. 22, 1863 and spent his early life there. He was married to Katherine Graef, who passed away 35 years ago. Served as Postmaster Later he located in Two Rivers and filled various positions of trust here. He was postmaster under the administration of Grover Cleveland, was city clerk in the 90's and also served on the school board. Later Mr. Wehausen became connected with the water and light plant here and served as superintendent of the institution until six years ago, when he retired to private life. He was a member of the Masonic order who will have charge of the funeral. Burial will take place Monday afternoon from the home of the daughter, Mrs. George Beaton, 1617 Twenty-ninth street, the only surviving relative. Rev. Hawkes of the Congregational church will officiate. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Saturday, April 27, 1929 P. 12
MARGARET WEHAUSEN From Der Nord Westen, 23 Apr. 1896: Death on Sat. in Two Rivers of Mrs. Margarethe Wehausen, wife of Albert Wehausen. The deceased was born 29 Nov. 1835 in Lindenfels, Hessen-Darmstadt, and came to Two Rivers in 1853, marrying her surviving husband in 1857. She is also survived by 3 grown children. The deceased’s funeral was conducted at the Lutheran Church on Tues. afternoon.
MARGARET WEHAUSEN From Der Nord Westen, 21 Nov. 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 18 Nov.) Miss Grete Wehausen, who we reported on last week as being ill, has died. The funeral will be Tues.
AUGUST WEILEP From Der Nord Westen, 16 July 1885: Death of 45-year old August Weilep in Two Rivers which was erroneously reported in our last issue as occurring on 09 July, actually occurred last Sat. night, 11 July. He was the landlord of Wisconsin House. Burial took place on Tues. afternoon.
CLARA WESTPHAL Mrs. Clara Westphal, 86, of 2735 33rd St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital where she had been a patient for the past three months. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapel, Two Rivers. The Rev. Vernon Hauser will officiate and burial will be in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Westphal, nee Clara Rudebeck, was born Feb. 28, 1885, in the Town of Carlton, daughter of the late Mathias and Jessie Rudebeck. She moved to Two Rivers as a child and attended Two Rivers public schools. She was married to William J. Westphal Sept. 17, 1906, at Two Rivers. Her husband preceded her in death in July of 1962. Mrs. Westphal was a member of the Sunshine Circle of Grace Congregational United Church of Christ, Two Rivers. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Edward Pupeter of Two Rivers and two grandsons. Friends may call at the chapel from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. September 25, 1971
BERNARD J. WETZEL Prof. Wetzel, Prominent Early Teacher, Claimed Death Takes Popular Former Resident on Coast at 89 One of the most remarkable men to leave his colorful, individually characteristic mark on two generations of Two Rivers people died Thursday in Helena, Calif. He was B.J. Wetzel, 89, distinguished scholar, musician and gentleman of the old school who directed the education of hundreds of pupils of St. John's Lutheran parochial school here for some 33 years. He was the impeccable, polished educator who, as principal and teacher at the school here, turned out some of the finest musicians in the state. Funeral services for Mr. Wetzel will be held at St. John's Lutheran church here at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon, the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be in the family plot at Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body will arrive sometime on Sunday from the west and will be removed to the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home. There are many mothers, fathers and grandparents here who, though their memories of other things during the three decades that Prof. Wetzel was active here have dimmed considerably, still retain a clear, ringing picture of that dapper, dignified gentleman...his cane, his aluminum cigar container, and his sharp, German expletives in the classroom. Always Warm Spot A hard, driving taskmaster in the classroom, he was nevertheless remarkably beloved by his students, their parents and his many friends. Many are the grandfathers today who can still smile at the memory of the punishment administered by "B.J." for some infraction of the rules of the school. But they still hold a warm spot in their hearts for the old professor. Born in Ohio May 2, 1860, Bernard J. Wetzel attended Northwestern theological school and seminary until he was 24. He came here soon after leaving the seminary and became a teacher at St. John's school here and soon rose to the position of principal. While here, he not only taught school but was also organist, choir director and music teacher. Accompanied both as violinist and pianist, he turned out musicians whose thorough knowledge of fundamentals and true musician- ship never failed to impress directors and conductors wherever they traveled. Had Many Hobbies Always alert to the things that were happening not only in this city but in the world as well, he was always highly regarded by his colleagues and everyone who knew him even slightly. He was an active man, having many hobbies...among them the hunting of clams from the West Twin river near Shoto from which he took tiny pearls. In time, he managed to collect a great number of them. The professor never sold a pearl, those who still remember him say, but merely sought them for his collection. Always well-dressed, he was a dapper figure when he walked the streets in those years before and after the turn of the century. A source of pride for him was the special, aluminum cigar case...a gift of the late Joseph Koenig...in which he kept five cigars. It was always with a flourish that he would reach for the case in his vest pocket, remove a cigar slowly, replace the cover and carefully slip the case back into his vest pocket. Fisherman, Hunter Professor Wetzel was quite a sportsman, also. He loved to fish and hunt small game in this area and for a long time he owned a motorboat that he used to cruise down the city's two rivers on many occasions. He left here after the first world war and moved to Milwaukee. There, while operating a small business for about four years he assisted with teaching chores at the Jerusalem school on Milwaukee's Holton street. He then received a call from the Christ school on the southside and became a full time teacher, the church organist and choir director. In a short time he was named principal of the school and, before he retired six years later, built the school into one of the leading educational institutions in Milwaukee Moved to Coast Upon his retirement he moved to Cedarburg where he remained until about nine years ago when, in company with his wife, the former Theresa Ollendorf, whom he married here more than 60 years ago, he went to California. The couple resided with a daughter, Mrs. Aletha Lanner, in Napa, Calif., until Mrs. Wetzel died in July, 1943, after which Mr. Wetzel moved to Helena, Calif., where he died this week. His survivors include two sons Hugo, construction engineer at the Plankinton Arcade building in Milwaukee, and Arthur; one daughter, Mrs. Lanner and five grandchildren. Two Rivers Reporter Friday, July 8, 1949 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
HAROLD J. WIEGHART From Der Nord Westen, 20 Dec. 1906 The 2-year old son of Walter Weighardt in Two Rivers died Wednesday last week and was buried Friday.
LOUISE WIEMANN Name: Wieman, Louise D.: 8/10/1876 B.: 6/24/1849 Reg. D.: 12/27/1876 Sex: F/W Age at Death: B.P.: Hanover (Germany?) D.P.: Tn. of Mishicot Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. C. Jaeger Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.217
HATTIE WIESE From Der Nord Westen, 23 Apr. 1896: Death in Two Rivers on Thurs. last week, of Mrs. Hattie Atkins Wiese, at the young age of 20 yrs. 8 mos. She leaves her husband and one child.
ANNA W. WILKE From Der Nord Westen, 06 Aug. 1874: Death of wife of John A. Wilke on Wed., 20 July in the vicinity of Two Rivers. She was the sister of Supervisor Bernhardt Wilkens of Two Rivers. Burial on the following Friday.
BERNHARD WILKE County record - Volume #6, Page #166, Document #266 Name Of Deceased: Bernhard Wilke Color/Sex: White / Male Occupation: Farmer Age: 42 Yrs. 6 Mo. 19 Days Father: Erhardt Wilke Father's Birthplace: Germany Mother: Anna Wilkens Mother's Birthplace: Germany Birthplace Of Deceased: Manitowoc Co. Wisconsin Birthdate: Aug. 18, 1856 Certification: Married Spouse Of Deceased: Regina Bartels Wilke Death Date: May 7, 1899 Cause Of Death: Apoploxy Length Of Disease: 2 Hrs. Place Of Death: Two Rivers, Wisconsin Was In Service: No Name Of Undertaker: H.F. Wilsmann Place Of Burial: City Of Two Rivers Date Of Registration: May 7, 1899 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 11 May 1899: On Sat. Bernhard Wilke, a well-known farmer in Town Mishicott, attended the marriage of Albert Franz with Miss Mary Stueck in Neshoto. At 3 a.m. Sun. he got ready to go home and went to the stall to prepare his horse when he fell unconscious. He was taken into the house and a doctor was called who indicated that Mr. Wilke had suffered a stroke and nothing more could be done. He died 1-1/2 hours later without having regained consciousness. The deceased, who was 42 years old, is survived by his widow and one child. His funeral was held Tues. in Two Rivers. ********* KNEW NOT THE HOUR. Death Summons Came to Bernard Wilke Without Warning. WAS A SAD HOME COMING. Deceased Attended a Wedding and Was Stricken down While Preparing to go Home-Died an Hour Later. Bernard Wilke, a prominent farmer residing near Mishicott, died very suddently Sunday morning as a result of a stroke of apoplexy. Mr. Wilke was a guest at the wedding of Mr. Albert Franz and Miss Lena Steaks, which event was celebrated at the home of the brides' parents in Neshota Saturday evening. He arrived in the evening, accompanied by a friend and they had unharnessed their team, placing them in the barn. After the wedding ceremony had been performed the guests united in a celebration of the event and the evening was passed in card playing and feasting. Mr. Wilke was in the best of spirits and was evidently enjoying himself. He was jolly and a leader in all the festivities of the evening. About 3:30 Sunday morning the guests began to depart for their respective homes among the rest, Mr. Wilke and his friend. After bidding their host good-bye they repaired to the barn to harness the team. While endeavoring to fasten a strap on the harness Mr. Wilke fell forward and his friend rushed to his assistance. He was unconscious and aid was summoned from the outside. The unconscious man was carried to the house and a doctor sent for. When the physician arrived he could do nothing and after lingering for an hour and a half, the patient breathed his last. Wilke is a prominent farmer of that section and was considered well-to-do. He is about 45 years of age and leaves a wife and one daughter, a young girl of 16 years of age. The funeral will be held at Two Rivers to-morrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, May 8, 1899 (Note: The bride's name was Caroline "Lena" Stueck)
ERMA M. WILKE Funeral services for Mrs. Otto F. Wilke, 77, of Lake Dora Trailer Park, Tavares, Fla., formerly of Two Rivers, who died Thursday morning at home, will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Klein & Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. James Knuth officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Memorial services were Friday afternoon at Faith Lutheran Church, Tavares. Mrs. Wilke nee Erma Brummer, was born Oct. 26, 1895, at Two Rivers, a daughter of the late William and Wihelmina Voigt Bruemmer. She was married April 12, 1918 to Otto F. Wilke, former president of the Two Rivers City Council. For the last 16 years the couple spent most of the time in Florida. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) A brother, Harold, preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 17, 1973
HENRY WILKE DEATH REMOVES HENRY WILKE, PIONEER Henry Wilke, pioneer citizen of the county, successful farmer and for years a member of the County Board and one of the county Insane Asylum trustees answered the call of the silent messenger Monday night, passing away at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Otto Engel, Manitowoc. Mr. Wilke, who is the father of H.C. Wilke, cashier of the Bank of Two Rivers, had been in failing health for the past year and of late his decline was rapid. Deceased was a lad of ten years when he came to this country with his parents in 1854 and the family settled on a farm four miles from this city, in the midst of what was then a wilderness. He was born in Lubenburg, Germany in 1844. When his parents were settled on the farm where, after years of hard work they cleared away the timber and stumps, he was able to attend the country school a few months during the winter. But although his attendance at school was limited, he took advantage of every opportunity to improve his knowledge and was successful in spite of difficulties. In 1871 he was married to Elizabeth Krumdick who was his faithful and devoted companion until she passed away two years ago. They conducted the Wilke farm in a progressive and business like manner and were among the most prosperous farmers of the vicinity, esteemed and honored by many neighbors and friends. Deceased held town offices and later, after moving to this ciy to reside in 1904, he was elected as supervisor, serving in that capacity for eight years. He was on the county asylum board for ten years. In his official duties he was always concientious and fearless. Mr. Wilke was, from his boyhood, affiliated with St. John's Lutheran church, of which he was always a devout member and he tried to govern the acts of his daily life by the principals of true Christianity. Besides his only son and daughter, deceased is survived by three sisters, Mrs. Catherine Goedjen, Manitowoc; Mrs Geo. Kahrs, Two Rivers; and Miss Anna Hallaner, Watertown, South Dakota. The funeral will be held this afternoon from the home of H.C. Wilke, with services at the Lutheran church. Two Rivers Reporter, Friday, February 9, 1923 ********* EX-MEMBER OF ASYLUM BOARD CALLED BY DEATH Henry Wilke, one of the best known pioneers of Manitowoc county, who served for years as a member of the board of trustees of the County insane asylum, died at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Otto Engel, 1227 So. Twelfth street, last night, aged 79. Mr. Wilke had been in failing health for a year and recently his decline had been rapid. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon from the Lutheran church at Two Rivers, the Rev. Haase officiating and burial will be in that city where Mr. Wilke made his home for many years. Born in Germany August 31, 1844, Mr. Wilke came to America as a boy of ten with his parents, locating on a farm north of Two Rivers where he remained until 1904 when he retired and removed to Two Rivers. He served from the Third ward of that city as a member of the county board for eight years and as a trustee of the asylum for ten years, serving in both positions with credit to himself and the county. Mr. Wilke was married in 1871 to Elizabeth Krumdick who preceded him in death two years ago. He is survived by two children, Mrs. Engel, this city and H.C. Wilke, Two Rivers and by three sisters, Mrs. George Kahrs, Two Rivers, Mrs. Catherine Goedgen and a half sister, Miss Anna Halleuer, of Watertown, S.D. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 6, 1923 P. 1
JOHN WILKE County record - VOLUME #12, DOCUMENT #577 NAME OF DECEASED: John Wilke COLOR/ SEX: White/ male OCCUPATION: Farmer AGE: 56 yrs. 3 mo. 15 days FATHER: Ervin Wilke FATHER"S BIRTHPLACE: Germany MOTHER; Anna Wilkens MOTHER'S BIRTHPLACE: Germany BIRTHPLACE OF DECEASED: Wisconsin BIRTH DATE: Aug. 30, 1860 CERTIFICATION: Married DEATH DATE: Dec. 16, 1916 at 1 a.m. CAUSE OF DEATH: Carlinonia of signoid colon LENGTH OF DISEASE: 9 mo. PLACE OF DEATH: Two Rivers, Wisconsin RESIDENCE: Two Rivers, Wisconsin NAME OF PHYSICAN: E Gates, M.D. NAME OF INFORMANT: Mrs. John Wilke, Two Rivers, Wisconsin PLACE OF BURIAL: Two Rivers, Wisconsin DATE OF BURIAL: Dec. 19, 1916 DATE OF REGISTRATION: Jan. 3, 1917 REGISTRAR: Henry Krase
JOHN E. WILKE From Der Nord Westen, 05 Nov. 1896: Death last week in Two Rivers of Mr. J.E. Wilke, one of the oldest and foremost citizens of that town. The funeral took place Sun. at the Lutheran Church in Two Rivers.
AMANDA WILKENS Mrs. Henry Wilkens, 78, the former Amanda Zander of Two Rivers, died Thursday at her home in Manistee, Michigan. The remains will be brought here for burial and arrangements will be in carge of the Frazier Mortuary. The funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. from the Klein and Stangel, Inc., funeral home in Two Rivers and burial will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery in Two Rivers. Mrs. Wilkens was born in Two Rivers in 1864 and she and her husband continued to reside there for sometime after their marriage before moving to Nessen City, Michigan. She lived a Nessen City until shortly before her death. Only immediate survivor is a grandson Kenneth Wilkens of Port Huron, Michigan and there are some nephews and nieces in this territory. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 2, 1943 P. 5
BERNHARD WILKENS EX-MAYOR WILKENS IS DEAD Two Rivers Man Well Known Throughout the County—A Pioneer Ex-Mayor Bernard J. Wilkens, of Two Rivers, a pioneer resident of Manitowoc county and a man whose acquaintance extended throughout this section of the state, died Tuesday night. Two years ago Mr. Wilkens suffered paralysis and since that time had been failing in health. He was 77 years of age and a native of Germany. His residence in Manitowoc county dates back previous to the fifties and years ago he was a prominent millwright and carpenter contractor. He was the architect and builder of many of the manufacturing plants in his home city and had been identified with building here as well. Mr. Wilkens was one of the defenders of the Union in the Civil war and served throughout the conflict as a member of a Wisconsin company. He was prominent in affairs of Two Rivers and from the year 1886 until 1890 was mayor of the city. He was highly esteemed and many friends sorrow in his demise. A wife and two sons, Henry Wilkens, Nessen City, Mich., and Louis Wilkens, of Two Rivers survives him. Manitowoc Daily Herald | Thursday, April 17, 1902 | Page 1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 24 Apr. 1902: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 21 Apr.) Bernhard Wilkens, who died last week at age 71, was buried Fri. by the local Sons of Hermann Lodge. He was a man held in high esteem by everyone, having served our city as mayor as well as a long-time alderman. He leaves a widow and 2 grown sons.
LOUIS WILKENS From Der Nord Westen, 23 Sept. 1909: Louis Wilkens, well-known resident of Two Rivers, died Wednesday last week in an Indianapolis Sanatorium where he had gone several weeks ago with Bright’s disease, an illness with which he had suffered for a long time. Mr. Wilkens, who was 48, has been a resident of Two Rivers since his childhood. For many years he was employed in Mann’s Store where he advanced until finally becoming manager of the Two Rivers Mercantile Co., which he had to give up a few years ago because of his illness. The body was taken to Two Rivers and the funeral conducted Friday afternoon under the auspices of the Free Mason Lodge.
WILHELMINE WILKENS From Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1904: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 Mar.) Death Sun. afternoon at 5 o'clock, of widow B. Wilkins at age 65. Her husband had predeceased her two years ago. She leaves 2 sons, Henry and Louis in good circumstances. The funeral will be Wed. afternoon from the Lutheran Church.
RAYMOND WILKER From Der Nord Westen, 03 Sep. 1903: Raymond Wilger, the 11-yr. old son of William Wilger in Two Rivers, died Mon. of a cerebral illness.
FRIEDERICKE WILLERT From Der Nord Westen, 02 Mar. 1899: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 Feb.) Old Mrs. Willert, who lived on Town Line, was buried here last week Wed. The residents of the entire surrounding area gave their last respects and there were over 100 vehicles in the funeral procession.
ARTHUR J. WILLIAMSON Arthur J. Williamson, 70, formerly of 2214 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning at Manitowoc County Hospital. Private funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Reed Forbush officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mr. Williamson was born April 25, 1899, in Washington County, Kansas, a son of the late James A. and Julia Ann Long Williamson. He never married. Several years ago he came to Two Rivers to reside with a sister, Mrs. Leona Williamsen. Besides the sister, he leaves a grandnephew and four nieces. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 4, 1970
CLAUDE WILLIAMSON Claude Williamson, but a few days ago the hustling foreman at Suettinger’s sheet metal works, with his pleasant good nature and jovial personality has been quickly removed from the activities of this life. An attack of appendicitis followed by pneumonia, took him Tuesday morning. He passed away at Holy Family hospital. Mr. Williamson was taken ill Friday. He went to Holy Family hospital for an operation which was successfully performed and seemed to be progressing satis- factorily when pneumonia developed Monday and in his weakened condition, he quickly succumbed. Deceased was thirty years of age, a native of Mauston, Wis. He made his home with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse Williamson, 2214 Jackson Street who have resided here since 1909. He leaves a little son Clayton. His early demise is also mourned by two brothers and two sisters and many friends. The brothers and sisters are Mrs. Thomas Gagnon, Mrs. Harold Grumann, Frank and Clyde, all of this city. Deceased was a member of the Masonic order and his remains will be laid to rest Saturday afternoon with Masonic services. Services will be at the home at 2 o’clock. Two Rivers Reporter, Fri. 13 Apr. 1923, Page 1, col. 5
CLYDE H. WILLIAMSON Clyde Williamson, 70, of 2214 Jackson St., Two Rivers, an overseas veteran of World War I and retired employee of Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died Friday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Deja & Martin Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be at Pioneers Rest Cemetery. Mr. Williamson was born March 12, 1893, at Mauston, Wis., son of the late Jessie and Pauline Heinkel Williamson. When he was 16 the family brought him to Two Rivers. He was employed most of his years at Two Rivers at Hamilton Mfg. Co., retiring two years ago. In World War I he was with an Army headquarters company in France. Besides his wife, the former Leona Williamson, whom he married in August of 1938 at Manhattan, Kans., he leaves a daughter, (private); a brother, Frank, of Two Rivers; a sister, Mrs. Harold Gruman, of Duluth, Ga., a grandson, Wayne, and several nieces and nephews. A sister and brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home chapels after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times – Two Rivers Reporter, Sat. 27 July 1963
FRANK WILLIAMSON Frank E. (Shorty) Williamson, 85, of 1404 15th St., Two Rivers, died early Friday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers. The Rev. John Brogaard will officiate and burial will be at Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Williamson was born Jan. 16, 1889, at New London, son of the late Jessie and Pauline Heinkel Williamson. He attended Mauston schools and as a youth the family moved to Two Rivers. Mr. Williamson, who served in the U.S. Army infantry in World War I, is said to have marched in more Memorial Day Parades in his original uniform than any other serviceman in the state. In later years he rode in the exercises. Some 20 years ago this colorful veteran gave the Memorial Day address at Pioneers Rest Cemetery at Two Rivers placing emphasis on the American Flag. He was a member of the VFW Eleven Gold Star Post No. 1428 of Two Rivers. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Harold (Agnes) Grumann, of Duluth, Ga., and several nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 1 to 2 p.m. Monday. Herald Times Reporter, Sat. 26 Oct. 1974 ********* (Jan 16, 1889/Oct 1974/SSDI)
JESSE WILLIAMSON PASSING OF CIVIL WAR VETERAN Another of the few remaining veterans of the great Civil War joined the majority of his former comrades Friday last when Jesse Williamson passed away at this home, 2214 Jackson Street, at the age of 80 years. Mr. Williamson was born in England in 1845 and came to this country at the age of seven years. In 1887 he married Miss Paulina Hienkel who with four children, two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Gagnon of this city and two sons, Frank and Clyde, both of Two Rivers, survive him. He is also survived by one brother George Williamson of Mauston. The family has made their home in Two Rivers for the past sixteen years. Mr. Williamson served with Company E, of the 41st Wisconsin Infantry in the Civil War. Funeral services were held from the home Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock, with interment at Pioneers Rest. Rev. Slewert officiated at the services. Two Rivers Reporter, Fri. 7 Aug. 1925, Page 1, col. 4
PAULINE WILLIAMSON Mrs. Pauline Williamson, 88, of 2214 Jackson St., Two Rivers, died Saturday morning at the Two Rivers Memorial Hospital where she had been a patient since Sunday. Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Monday at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home chapel, Two Rivers, by the Rev. R. J. Wichlet. Burial will be in Pioneers’ Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Williamson, the former Pauline Hinkel, was born in the state of New York in 1864. When she was a young girl, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Michael Hinkel, came to Wisconsin and settled in Mauston. In 1887 she was married to Jesse Williamson, and the couple resided in New Lisbon and Mauston before coming to Two Rivers in 1909. Mr. Williamson died in 1925. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harold Grumann of Chamblee, Ga.; two sons, Frank E. Williamson of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, and Clyde H. of Two Rivers; seven grandchildren and 11 great-grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday. Two Rivers Chronicle, Sat. 28 Mar. 1953
ELAINE WILSMAN The infant of Mr. and Mrs. Emil Wilsman of the south side died this morning and will be buried from the home Sunday afternoon at 4, Rev. W.G. Haase officiating and interment at Pioneers Rest. Manitowoc Herald News, June 5, 1926 P. 9
JOHN WILSMANN From Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1904: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 24 Oct.) Old settler John Wilsmann has died. He was born 14 Aug. 1835 in Mecklenburg-Schwerin, and in 1856 came to America with his parents. The family settled in Dunkirk, N.Y., where he married in 1860. He traveled westward in 1870 and settled on a farm in the vicinity of Two Rivers which he worked until 1903. At that time he sold the farm to his son and moved to Two Rivers. He leaves his widow and 2 sons – Wilhelm and John. The enormous funeral was held Sun. from the Lutheran Church under the direction of Pastor Doehler.
JOHN C. WILSMANN John C. Wilsmann Is Claimed at 75 FORMER HOTEL OPERATOR WAS VICTIM OF FLU Funeral services for widely known resident to be held Saturday The lusty, cheerful, "good Marrnin" of John C. Wilsmann will never again be heard on the city streets. Mr. Wilsmann, who would have celebrated his 75th birthday anniversary on Jan. 22 died at 6:15 this morning at the Municipal hospital of the influenza infection. He was taken ill the day before Christmas and for almost two weeks was a hospital patient. Resident of 70 years. A resident of the vicinity since he was 5 years old, Mrs.(sic) Wilsmann was well known throughout the city and county. He operated farms near the city and for many years operated the Washington House. Later he operated a similar establishment in the old Simonis property on 17th street. In early years Mr. Wilsmann was a carpenter and he helped to build the old Pail factory here. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 o'clock from the Jansky funeral home and at 2 p.m. from St. John's Lutheran church with the Rev. W.G. Haase officiating. Interment will be made in Pioneer's Rest cemetery. Born in New York. John C. Wilsmann was born at Dunkirk, New York, on Jan. 22, 1866, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. John Wilsmann. With his parents and his brother William he came to the town of Two Rivers in 1871 and the family settled on the farm now owned by John Bugler. He remained on the home farm until 1901 when he purchased the farm on the present Point Beach road now owned by Stefaniak Bros. Eight years later, in 1909, he purchased the Washington House, corner 17th and Jefferson streets from John J. Tadych. Operated the Washington House. For the next ten years, until 1919, Mr. Wilsmann operated the Washington House. In 1927 he retired and purchased the Joseph Walters home on Washington street where he had since made his home. Since then his hobby of raising flowers occupied his time and trice every day he was out for a long walk. Eleven Children Living On June 22, 1888 Mr. Wilsmann married Miss Louise Schmidt. Twelve children, 11 of whom are living, were born to the couple. In 1913 his wife died and three years later he married Mrs. Mary Hartung, nee Lenhart. She died in 1918. Survivors are five daughters, six sons, 23 grandchildren, two step daughters and one stepson. A son Harold, died 11 years ago. The body was removed to the Jansky funeral home where it may be viewed until the time to the funeral Saturday. For many years when he was a young man, Mr. Wilsmann was a member of the Harmonia Singing Society of St. John's church. (sent in by a researcher, see contributors page) Newspaper dated Thursday 16 Jan. 1941
LILLIAN WILSMANN Mrs. Lillian T. Wilsmann, 73, of 1722-14th St., Two Rivers, died Monday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Ralph Backman officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Wilsmann, nee Lillian Riha, was born Aug. 7, 1898, in the Town of Gibson, daughter of the late Frank and Mary Moss Riha. She was married Aug. 12, 1918, at Mishicot, after which the couple farmed for a number of years in the Town of Two Rivers. For 17 years later the couple operated Wilsmann's Bar on 14th Street at Two Rivers and from 1945 to 1955 the Wilsmanns operated a resort on West Twin Rivers northwest of Two Rivers. Her husband preceded her in death Oct. 18, 1954. She was a member of Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars and was active in bowling circles for a number of years. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Joseph (Fern) Feuerstein and Mrs. Joyce Feuerstein, of Two Rivers; two sister, Mrs. Vladimir Kreshek, of Two Rivers and Mrs. William Flanigan, of Chicago; a brother, Adolph Riha, of Two Rivers, four grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 18, 1972 ********* Funeral services for Mrs. August L. Wilsmann, 73, of 1722-14th St., Two Rivers, the former Lillian Riha, who died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Monday night, will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Ralph Backman officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. A memorial service will be conducted by Eleven Gold Star Post 1248, Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary at the funeral home at 7:30 o'clock and this Wednesday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 19, 1972 (Note: photo in the newspaper)
LOUISA WILSMANN TWO RIVERS WOMAN DIES AT HOSPITAL HERE, HUSBAND TOO ILL TO ATTEND THE FUNERAL Mrs. John Wilsman (sic), Whose Long Vigil at Bed side of Ill Husband Caused Breakdown, Succumbs in This City Weakened by her long vigil of weeks at the bedside of her husband who has been a sufferer for months, Mrs. John Wilsman, a well known Two Rivers woman, proved unequal to a fight against death at the Holy Family hospital in this city last night. Mr. Wilsman who was brought to the hospital at the same time his wife was removed from the home at Two Rivers is still seriously ill and will be unable to attend the funeral. Mrs. Wilsman was 46 years of age and with her husband conducted the Washington hotel at Two Rivers. When Mr. Wilsman was taken ill the devoted wife remained at his beside continuously until weakened and ill, she was forced to yield to friends and then followed the attack of pneumonia which proved fatal. Mrs. Wilsman was the mother of twelve children. Mr. Wilsman formerly served as supervisor from the town of Two Rivers and is well known throughout the county. He is prostrated by the death of his wife and it is feared may suffer a serious relapse. The body of Mrs. Wilsman was taken to Two Rivers last night and the funeral will be held there Thursday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, March 25, 1913 P.4
MARY WILSMANN (1868-1918) DEATH CLAIMS MRS. J. WILSMAN(sic) OF TWO RIVERS Passes Away at Hospital Here After Brave Battle of Weeks Death ended the sufferings of Mrs. John Wilsman of Two Rivers yesterday afternoon when she passed away at the Holy Family hospital after a brave battle for life. Mrs. Wilsman underwent an operation several weeks ago and suffered a relapse which had left her in critical condition for the past month. Mrs. Wilsman would have been 50 years of age on Sept. 3. She was well and favorably known at Two Rivers and in this city and her death causes sincere sorrow to a large circle of friends. She is survived by her husband and three children. The funeral will be held at Two Rivers, Thursday afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, August 27, 1918
MARY WILSMANN (d. 1940) Mrs. Mary Wilsman(sic), 74, widow of Fred Wilsman who was long prominent in business and political circles of Two Rivers, died at 9 o'clock this morning at the municipal hospital in that city. She had been in ill health since the first of the year. Mrs. Wilsman aided her late husband in the operation of the Waverly hotel at Two Rivers until his death in 1927 and for the follwing two years operated the establishment herself with the help of her sons. Funeral services will be held Monday at 1:30 p.m. from the Reduhn funeral home at Two Rivers and at 2 o'clock from St. John's Lutheran church. The Rev. W.G. Haase will officiate and burial will be at Pioneer's Rest cemetery. Born in Mishicot on March 30, 1866, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Schmidt, she became a resident of Two Rivers as a young woman and on Oct. 25, 1887 was married to Fred Wilsman. Mr. Wilsman was chief of police at Two Rivers prior to entering the hotel business. He served 17 consecutive terms on the county board. Survivors are two sons, Edgar and Arthur, both of Two Rivers; four brothers, Albert, Charles and Otto Schmidt of the town of Mishicot, and Paul Schmidt of Milwaukee; four sisters, Mrs. John Kurtz of Two Rivers, Mrs. Henry Schroeder of Manitowoc, Mrs. Charles Frank of Manitowoc, and Mrs. J.F. Morgan of South Bend, Ind.; and two grand- children. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after Friday at 3 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 25, 1940 P. 2
JOHN CONINE WILSON Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Sept. 17, 1872 Died at Two Rivers, Tuesday, September 3, 1872 John Conine Wilson son and only child of Rev. C.W. and Sarah E. Wilson, aged 4 months and 21 days. ********* Manitowoc Tribune, Sept. 5, 1872 WILSON-At Two Rivers, Wis., on the 3rd of September, 1872, John Conine Wilson, infant son of Rev. C. W. and Sarah E. Wilson, of cholera infantum, aged four months and twenty-one days.
RICHARD WINKELMILLER WELL KNOWN TWO RIVERS MAN IS DEAD Rich Winklemiller Dies After Illness of 10 Days Richard Winkelmiller, a well known resident of Two Rivers died yesterday after an illness of ten days, death being due to a complication of diseases. For several days previous to his demise his condition had been critical. Mr. Winkelmiller was the only son of the late Charles Winkelmiller whose death occurred last fall and was a native of Two Rivers, having been born in that city fifty years ago. He was associated with his father in the tannery business and later engaged in the lumber business and then became interested in the Two Rivers Knitting company. A widow, three son and three daughters survive. The funeral will be held Sunday under auspices of the Masonic order. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, July 30, 1915, Page 6 ******** (Wife is Sophia on the 1910 census) ******** COURT AWARDS WIDOW $3,760 ON CLAIM IN ESTATE Judge Chloupek Holds Estate of Late R. Winklemiller Indebted for Money Loaned Husband by Wife A judgement for $3,760 was given by Judge Chloupek in probate court in favor of Mrs. R. Winkelmiller, widow of the late Richard Winklemiller of Two Rivers, on a claim of $2,000 filed by the widow against the estate for monies she said she had loaned her husband. The judgment represents the principal of the claim, $2,000, with interest at 6 per cent for fourteen years on the amount. Notice of appeal has been filed by children of Mrs. Winkelmiller who contested the claim against the estate. Mrs. Winkelmiller was administratrix of the estate of her husband and came into court to resign and at that time filed the claim. In the progress of the case the court ordered examination of two safety deposit boxes at a local bank where children of Mr. Winkelmiller had placed three envelopes containing $5,000 in bonds which had been marked with their names by their father and which had not been included in the inventory of the estate because they had been removed before the death of the father. The facts as maintained by the three children that the father had marked the envelopes containing the bonds were established to be true. In testimony on the claim of Mrs. Winkelmiller against the estate she claimed to have loaned her husband $6,000 of which on $4,000 had been returned. Witnesses testified to statements made by Mr. Winkelmiller previous to his death that he had borrowed the money. John Murphy of this city was named administrator of the estate following the resignation of Mrs. Winkelmiller and gave bond for $15,000. The estate is valued at $17,000, it is said. Settlement will be held up pending the appeal in circuit court in the widow's claim. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 8, 1916 P.8
EMILIE WINTER From Der Nord Westen, 19 Dec., 1907: Death Monday, following a stroke, of Mrs. Amelie Winter in the residence of Jos. Wolters in Two Rivers where she had been staying as a guest. The deceased, who was 59, had resided with a son in Milwaukee, and leaves 6 children.
MRS. ANNA WOLTERS DEATH CLAIMS MRS. WOLTERS Resident Here 55 Years is Claimed at 88 Mrs. Anna Wolters, 88, a resident of this city for more than 55 years, died Saturday night at Holy Family hospital following a short illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Tuesday afternoon from the Beduhn funeral home with the Rev. Donald Mills, Pastor of the Grace Congregational church, officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. Born Anna Hoppen on January 4, 1864 in the town of Meeme she was the youngest of four children of Peter and Catherine Pinter Hoppen. In 1887 she married the late Joseph C. Wolters who passed away in 1936. The couple moved here from Sheboygan about 55 years ago and for a while operated a tavern at the present site of the Shell Oil station on Washington Street. Mr. Wolters was a veteran employee of the Kahlenberg Brothers company. The deceased is survived by a son of Madison. The Two Rivers Reporter (edited), Nov. 17, 1947
ANNIE K. WRIETH MRS. W. WRIETH DIES AT CHICAGO BURIAL HERE Mrs. William Wrieth, who removed from Two Rivers some fifteen years ago to make her home with a daughter at Chicago there, passed away on Wednesday and the body will arrive in Two Rivers Friday morning and burial will take place Friday afternoon from the St. John’s Lutheran church, Rev. Haase officiating. The deceased was 63 years of age, her maiden name being Anna Roedeker. She was born in the town of Two Rivers and for many years resided in the city, having a home on the South side. She made her home with a daughter, Mrs. Robert Whitelaw at Chicago where she died after a long period of illness. Three brothers, Henry and William Roedeker of Mishicot and George of Denver, Colo., and four sisters, Mrs. Herman Arnemann, town of Two Rivers, Mrs. Charles Staahl and Mrs. George Johansen of Chicago and Mrs. Robert Lyman of Antigo also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, February 23, 1928, Page 9
FRANCIS WRIGHT Manitowoc Co. Chronicle May, 1872 Died at Two Rivers, the deceased was a native of Ireland, and emigrated to this country in 1819, and settled in the Province of New Brunswick, from whence he removed to this State in 1817. He retained all the powers of a vigorous mind to the last days, particularly the scenes at Waterloo on the 18th of June, 1815, in which he took part under Wellington.
JOHN WRIGHT From Der Nord Westen, 20 Sep. 1900: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 17 Sep.) A former resident of our city who had been born here but had moved to Milwaukee, Mr. John Wright, has died there. He was 50-yrs. old and is survived in Milwaukee by his widow, his mother and several sisters. The body was brought here and the funeral held this morning from the Catholic Church.
ANDREW WURSTER From Der Nord Westen, 24 Apr. 1902: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 21 Apr.) Mr. A. Wurster died Fri. at age 73 and was buried Sun. by the local Odd Fellows Lodge. His funeral was attended by many other lodge members from Manitowoc and other parts of the county. Music was provided by the "Liedertafel" vocal group, and Mr. C. Pahlcoetter delivered the funeral oration. Mr. Wurster leaves a widow, 4 sons, and one daughter in good circumstances. (The article describes his many business ventures.)
WILLIAM YAKEL FIND AGED MAN DEAD IN BED; BOARDING HOME William Yakel, a resident of Two Rivers for fifteen years and employed by the city, was found dead in bed this morning shorltly after 5 o'clock at the David Greenwood home, River street, where he has been a boarder. The death is attributed to a heart attack which the man suffered some time during the night. Mr. Yakel was born in Germany in 1841 and was past eighty-five years of age. He is said to have come to this country about thirty years ago, locating in Wisconsin and fifteen years ago came to this city. Nothing much is known about him as he was uncommunicative. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon from the Deduhn and Goetz mortuary. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. January 20, 1927 P. 12
JAMES YAKOUBEK DROWNING AT PARK BRINGS DEMAND FOR GUARDS AT BEACHES J. YAKOUBEK, 22, LAKE'S VICTIM AT CITY PARK Becomes Exhausted Attempting to Reach Second Sandbar-Fiancee Looks on, Helpless Drowning of James Yakoubek, aged 22, a machinist at Plant No. 4 of the Aluminum Goods Co., in Lake Michigan off the shore of Neshotah park late Thursday afternoon, has brought a demand that the city make provision for the employment of life guards at both city beaches. By a strange coincidence announcement was made yesterday that a life guard had been engage at the south side beach, in the person of O.C. Parmenter, physical instructor at the Washington high school. But it is probable that the council at the meeting next Monday night will be asked to authorize the ongoing of a life guard at Neshotah park. Recover Body In An Hour The body of Yakoubek, who with his fiancee, Miss Genevieve Derocher and another couple, Miss Elizabeth Beth and James Konop, were engaged in taking a dip in the lake before going to Manitowoc to attend the county fair, was recovered shortly after four o'clock Thursday afternoon by members of the coast guard station, who were summoned to the scene. Yakoubek was a good swimmer, but it is believed that he choked to death from swallowing the water or suffered a heart attack. He was exhausted from attempting to reach the second sand bar located a short distance from the first sand bar. Brothers of the dead man stated today that he had been troubled with a weak heart and had been visiting a physician. He sank for the last time in plain sight of his fiancee and companions and two other couples, who were at the same spot enjoying a dip in the lake. His companion, Konop, was exhausted from swimming out to the second sand bar and could not reach the drowning man while Charles Cope and J.L. Gevers, who were in the other party nearby did not get to the scene until he had gone down. Up Beach From Park The scene of the drowning was in the lake off the the spot where the fence at the Kaufman game preserve runs down to the water's edge, and is some little distance North from the regular municipal beach at Neshotah park. Two Rivers had close down at noon for the fair and Yakoubek and Miss Derocher with Miss Beth and Konop had driven to the beach to go bathing before proceeding to the fair. They had arrived at 2:30 o'clock. A short distance from them was another party, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Cope and Mr. and Mrs. J.L. Gevers. Mr. Gevers said that he noticed that Yaukoubek in attempting to swim out to the second sand bar was having trouble with the choppy waves and seemed to waver when only a short distance from the bar. He turned about in an effort to get back to the shallow water. Suddenly he began shouting for help and sank from sight. Konop, his companion had also became exhausted from a swim to the outer sand bar and could give little aid. Gevers sensing the danger ran ashore and hopping into his car drove down the beach to the coast guard station to spread the alarm. Several members of the coast guard came to the scene. By this time Yakoubek had sunk from sight for the last time. Several swimmers dove for the body but although they were able to touch it, were not successful in getting it to the surface. Finally a seine net was secured and the body was recovered shortly after four o'clock. It was removed to the Jansky undertaking parlors. Miss Derocher, the dead man's financee, to whom he was to be married in spring, was prostrated with grief at the sudden drowning of Mr. Yakoubek. She said that the two couples planned to remain at the beach but a short time and then proceed to the fair grounds at Manitowoc. Funeral on Saturday James Yakoubek was 22 years of age and has been employed at Plant No. 4 for about a year. Previous to that time he had been employed at Milwaukee and was employed for a number of years at the Kahlenberg plant. He resided with his mother and step-father, at 1818 Twentieth street. The mother, Mrs. Josephine Vavunek, step-father, Thomas Vavunek, four brothers, Anton, Frank, Thomas and Alfred all of this city, and four sisters, Mrs. Julius Everson, Two Rivers, Mrs. Frank Carl of Manitowoc and the Misses Sylvia and Emma Vavunek of Two Rivers, survive. Burial will take place on Saturday afternoon at two o'clock from the home on Twentieth street with interment at Pioneer's Rest cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. August 17, 1928 P. 11
EMIL C. YENCH Emil Yench, 72, of 1622-17th St., Two Rivers, retired former associate in Twin Rivers Improvement Co., and a World War I veteran, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. Reed Forbush officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mr. Yench was born June 28, 1897, at Milwaukee, a son of the late Joseph and Mary Shirek Yench. He came to Two Rivers in 1945 to become associated with his late brother, Frank, in the operation of Twin Rivers Improvement Co. He never married. Surviving are a sister, Mrs. Mary Klein of Two Rivers, and a number of nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 6, 1970
MARY C. YOUNG From the Sheboygan County Death Records Vol. 12 page 514 Mary C. Young Age: 62 yrs 1 mo 3 days Born: Sept. 10, 1847 in Laugerties {?}, New York Died: October 13, 1909 in Sheboygan Father: Wm. Conun {?} Birthplace - New York Mother: None Listed Birthplace - New York Informant: Bessie Young 512 Washington Court {Unknown City} Cause of Death: Brights Disease & Disease of Heart Buried: Two Rivers, Wisconsin Buried on: October 16, 1909 Widowed & Retired at time of death
MATTIE YOUNG Manitowoc Co. Chronicle Sept. 17, 1872 Died at Two Rivers, Friday morning, September 13, 1872, Mattie M. Young, daughter and only child of Edgar H. and Mary C. Young, aged 1 year, 3 months, 4 days.
AUGUSTA ZAHN Mrs. Herman O. Zahn, 70, of 1106-17th St., Two Rivers, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at her home early Monday morning. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, the Rev. A.L. Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mrs. Zahn, nee Augusta Rindfleisch, was born Oct. 6, 1897, in Brazil, South America, a daughter of the late Joseph and Carolina Rindfleisch. When she was 11 the family brought her to this country, settling in Shawano County. She was married Sept. 7, 1915, to Herman Zahn at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church at Underhill, Oconto County. The couple observed its 50th wedding anniversay in 1965. Besides her husband, she leaves a daughter, Mrs. Paul Klatt of Cecil, Wis.; a son, Edward of Two Rivers, four sisters, Mrs. Julius Jaeger and Mrs. Rudolph Luther, both of Cecil, and Mrs. Ruby Bactie and Mrs. John Shine, both of Milwaukee; a brother, Richard Rindfleisch of Milwaukee; 10 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. A sister and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 18, 1967 P. 17 ******* (b. 6 Oct 1897/d. Dec 1967/SSDI)
HERMAN ZAHN Herman A. Zahn, 75, of 1106-17th St., Two Rivers, who had been residing for more than a month with a daughter, Mrs. Paul Klatt of Cecil, Wis., died Sunday at Shawano Community Hospital. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, and at 2 p.m. at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. A.L. Schmeling officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mr. Zahn was born April 23, 1892, in Oconto County, a son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Carl Zahn. He married the former Augusta Reinfleisch at Underhill, Oconto County, September 7, 1915. Fourteen years later the family moved to Two Rivers. His wife preceded him in death Dec. 18, 1967. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1965. Mr. Zahn was a retired employe of the Hamilton Mfg. Co. Besides the daughter, he leaves a son, Edward, of Two Rivers; two sisters, Mrs. Lizzie Schmidt and Mrs. Martha Schmidt, both of Gillett; 10 grandchildren and four great grandchildren. Two sisters and three brothers preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 18, 1968 P. 20 ******** (23 Apr 1892/Mar 1968/SSDI)
CHILD OF WILHEM ZANDER From Der Nord Westen, 26 July 1900: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 23 July) The little son of our new innkeeper Wilhelm Zander has died suddenly.
EMMA ZANDER We are sorry to learn that Mr. Zander of Two Rivers, has lost his accomplished and beautiful daughter, 17 years old, by death on last Tuesday. The stricken parents have our heartfelt sympathy. Manitowoc Tribune Vol. 18 No. 2, Thursday April 27, 1871, Page 4 Column 1
LOUIS ZANDER From Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1909: In memory of former Mayor Louis Zander, flags in the city of Two Rivers were flown at half mast. ********** From Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1909: Sudden death Sunday of Louis Zander, one of the long-time and well-known German pioneers of our county, in the residence of his brother William in Eastwin. Mr. Zander was born 07 October 1822 in Germany and came to America as a young man, for many years operating a retail store in Two Rivers where he enjoyed the highest esteem of his fellow citizens and was elected mayor of the city even though he hadn’t sought the office. After giving up his Two Rivers business he moved to Mishicott where he remained for a few years until his wife died, after which he moved in with his brother William in Eastwin. Mr. Zander was one of 7 brothers, 5 of whom are still living –the above named William, Carl, and Edward in Manitowoc, John in Milwaukee, and Helmuth in Zanders. He also leaves a sister, Mrs. Berner, in Antigo. His funeral will be held today, exactly on his 87th birthday.
LOUISA ZANDER At the advanced age of 80 years, Mrs. Louis Zander, a pioneer resident of Manitowoc county, died at her home in Two Rivers Friday night. Mrs. Zander had been in failing health for many years, but only recently was her condition alarming to friends. She had been a resident of Two Rivers for a long term of years. A husband and several grown up children survive her. The funeral will be held Monday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, May 25, 1901, p. 6 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 30 May 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 May) Mrs. Ludwig Zander was buried at 2 p.m. today. The deceased, who is survived by her eminent husband but no children, has been ill for a long period. She has been a resident here for 40 yrs. She was born 1823 in Mecklenburg. The funeral was attended by countless relatives. Hubert Falge of Manitowoc delivered the funeral oration, and the vocal group "Liedertafel" sang the funeral music.
WALTER L. ZANDER Walter L. Zander, 84, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers, longtime Town of Two Rivers official and farm leader, died Tuesday afternoon at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Christian Science services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers. There will also be services at the graveside at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mr. Zander was born July 1, 1888, at Kingsbridge, son of the late William J. and Auguste Paul Zander. When he was 22 he acquired a farm in the Town of Two Rivers which he operated until his retirement several years ago. He was also a former treasurer and assessor of the Town of Two Rivers and was a member of the Two Rivers and Manitowoc County Historical societies. He married Esther Stollberg at Manitowoc July 20, 1921. She preceded him in death April 22, 1967. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) A daugher, four brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Thursday where there will be visitation at 7 p.m. by the Senior Citizens of Two Rivers. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. January 3, 1973
CHARLES ZERMUEHLEN Charles Zermuehlen, 85, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, retired Town of Two Rivers farmer, died Tuesday night at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Edward Steltzer officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mr. Zermuehlen was born Aug. 13, 1886, in the Town of Two Rivers, son of the late Henry and Augusta Messman Zermuehlen. He married Minnie Pilgrim in the Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, Sept. 6, 1911. She died in 1962. He was one of the founders of the former West Shore Telephone Co., serving also as a lineman for a number of years. For many years he was a member of District No. 6 School Board. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Frederick (Mildred) Strutz of Rt. 1, Two Rivers; a son, Lloyd on the home farm; a sister, Mrs. Henry Engelbrecht, of Two Rivers; two brothers, Fred H. and Ernest A. Zermuehlen of Two Rivers, three grand- children and four great grandchildren. A daughter and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, until 10:30 a.m. Thursday 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. December 22, 1971
ESTHER ZERMUEHLEN TWO RIVERS BABE CHOKES TO DEATH Croup Fatal to Infant After Brief Illness in that City After having suffered with croup a few days, Esther, the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Zermuehlen of Two Rivers choked to death during the night. The parents heard the child coughing and when they went to her assistance found that the little one was choking. A doctor was hastily summoned but was unable to revive the child after working on it nearly two hours. The burial was held at Two Rivers. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 21, 1915, Page 8
CARL ZIMMERMANN From Der Nord Westen, 08 Feb. 1900: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 05 Feb.) Death of Carl Zimmermann on Sat. after suffering many years with TB. He leaves a widow, 3 daughters and one son. His funeral will be held today from the Catholic Church.
MARION ZINN Funeral services for Mrs. Carl Zinn, 65, of 1200 Madison St., Two Rivers, who died at Two Rivers Municipal Hospital Saturday afternoon, will be at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. William Scheer officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Cemetery. Mrs. Zinn, nee Marion Tomcheck, was born at Two Rivers March 1, 1906, a daughter of the late John and Mary Klugzeski Tomcheck. She was married Jan. 1, 1926 at Waukegan, Ill. to Carl Zinn. The couple operated the Mexico House tavern at Two Rivers since 1944. She was a member of the Auxiliary of the Two Rivers Aerie of Eagles. Besides her husband, she leaves two sons, and three grandchildren. A number of sisters and brothers preceded her in death. There will be no visitaion at the funeral chapels. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 19, 1971
FRIEDA ZOERB From Der Nord Westen, 25 Feb. 1904 (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 22 Feb.) Burial here Sun. of Mrs. C. Zoerb. She was 51 and had only been sick a short while. The funeral was conducted at the funeral home by Pastor Doehler of the local Lutheran Church.
JULIA ZOERB Mrs. Julia Zoerb, 78, of 1438 Hawthorne Ave., Two Rivers, long active in Eastern Star circles and former organist at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers, died early Thursday morning at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital. Funeral servies will be at 2 p.m. Monday at Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Karl F. Koch officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Zoerb, nee Julia Matthies, was born Aug. 21, 1894, at Two Rivers, a daughter of the late Frederick and Margaret Zinn Matthies. She attended Two Rivers High School. She was married Dec. 26, 1913, to Harry Zoerb at Two Rivers. He died in 1959. She was a member of the Senior Citizens and was past matron of Two Rivers Chapter 229, Order of Eastern Star. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Five brothers preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 p.m. Sunday where memorial services by the Senior Citizens will be at 4:30 p.m. The casket will be taken to the church where the body will lie in state after 11 a.m. Monday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 22, 1973
MINNIE ZOERB From Der Nord Westen, 07 June 1906: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 04 June) The funeral of Mrs. John Zoerb was conducted today from the Evangelical Church. The deceased leaves a husband and 2 children. Mr. Zoerb is the oldest employee of Hamilton Manufacturing Co. ********** From Der Nord Westen, 07 June 1906: Death Saturday in the local Holy Family Hospital of Mrs. Minnie Zoerb of Two Rivers, daughter of Wm. Wegner there, following an operation which she had to undergo a few days earlier. The deceased, in addition to her father is survived by her husband, a son and a daughter, as well as several brothers and sisters. She was 46. The body was sent to Two Rivers and taken to its last rest there on Monday.
ETTA ZUEHL Funeral services for Mrs. William Zuehl, who died Saturday at Two Rivers, will be held Tuesday at 3 p.m. at the Emmanuel Evangelical church in Two Rivers, the Rev. William Hayes officiating. Burial wil be in Pioneers Rest cemetery. The body may be viewed at the church after 11 a.m. on the day of the funeral. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 20, 1944 P. 2
HENRY E, ZUEHL Masonic funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Saturday at Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers, for Henry E. (Tommy) Zuehl, 87, of North Hollywood, Calif., former Two Rivers city official and longtime painting contractor, who died at his home there Friday. The Masonic ritualistic work will be led by Victor Harding, past master of Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F. & A.M. Mr. Zuehl was born at Two Rivers Feb. 8, 1887. He married Myrtle Viel at Two Rivers May 6, 1912. He retired in the 1940's from his painting business. Earlier he served several terms in the original City Council under the city manager form and had been a former president. A lifetime member of Emanuel United Methodist Church, Two Rivers, he was a past master of Two Rivers Lodge No. 200, F & A.M, and was also a member of Barney G. Lyman Chapter No. 116, Royal Arch Masons. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was the last of a family of eight children. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. April 3, 1973