[ BEL ]   OBITUARIES

MAGGIE BELGUM   cemetery #27

From Der Nord Westen, 12 Sep. 1907:
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 10 Sep.) News was circulated last Friday that
Mrs. E. Belgom, a local resident, had disappeared from her home during the night
and could not be found despite the efforts of her husband and neighbors. Mrs.
Belgom appears to be mentally disturbed. A few months ago she wandered away
from home but was returned by neighbors. She is the mother of 4 children of whom
the youngest is 5 years old. A brother of Mrs. Belgom, Mr. F. Ploekelmann,
lives in Menominee, Michigan, and it is possible that she was attempting to go there.
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From Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1907: 
The missing Mrs. Belgom of Mishicott still has not been found. A $45 reward has
been posted.
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From Der Nord Westen, 03 Oct. 1907: 
(From the correspondent in Mishicott, 01 Oct.) Mrs. W. Belgom, who has been
missing from her home for the past three weeks, was found dead in Joseph
Beresch’s bushes on Sunday by Messrs. J. Stelzer and Engeland while they
were rabbit hunting Medical examination established that she has only been dead for
a few days, and it is surmised that she had hidden herself in the bushes the entire time
and eventually died of exhaustion. The body was taken to the Belgom residence
from where her funeral will be conducted Tuesday afternoon at the Norwegian
Church. 
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(From the Gibson Evang. Lutheran Church record: Margrete Belgum/b: 24 May(no year)/
d: Sept. 1907/age 39 yrs./spouse Engebret M. Belgum)


NELS BELGUM         Cemetery #5

A researcher donated these pictures and since most of the children moved to
California, I don't have much information on the family.


Back row from left to right:
Ingeborg, Marit (Marie), Mons, girl (?).
Front row from left to right:
Christine, Father Nils, Mother Kjersti, Ingrid, Torbjorn (Barney), Heinrich.


Kjersti Belgum (b. 1848 in Norway) photo taken around 1935 or 1937.


Marit (Marie) Belgum


Heinrich Belgum/b. 1884 (became a doctor in California)


Torbjorn (Barney) Belgum (became a teacher in California)

Info on Christine: (b. 10 Aug. 1887, Valders, Manitowoc co./d. 29 Dec. 1971,
buried Richmond, CA, age 84/married name was Christine Heimann)



JOHN BELIK   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Aug. 1909: 
John Belik, a resident of the 7th Ward, was found dead in his bed Thursday last
week. It is believed that his death had occurred Tuesday evening. Belik was 86
years old and leaves no family. The funeral was held at the city’s expense.


HENRY F. BELITZ       cemetery #82

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1878:
Death of Col. H.F. Belitz suddenly on 31 Mar. He was 61 years old and born in
Uckermark. Served as Justice of the Peace in Kiel, was Capt. of Company K, 9th
Wisc. Infantry, and Col. of the 45th Regiment. He is survived by a large family.



Col. H.F. Belitz

HENRY BELITZ
DEATH OF COL. HENRY BELITZ
In our obituary column will be found a notice of the death of 
Col. Henry F. Belitz, of Kiel, Manitowoc County, but so well 
known to our citizens as to almost be considered a fellow citizen. 
On the 31st of March last the Colonel was out driving and was 
suddenly attacked by a paralytic stroke and falling over the dash 
board of the wagon the wheel of the vehicle passed over his head 
and neck causing his death. Col. Belitz is one of the oldest and 
best known residents of this portion of the state and has always 
been a man of standing and influence in the community. He was born 
February 16, 1817, in Schwed, Prussia and came to Sheboygan County 
in 1851, and thence to Kiel in 1855. He served as an officer in the 
9th Wisconsin Regiment and afterwards placed in command of the 45th 
Wisconsin Regiment as its Colonel which post he filled until the 
regiment was mustered out of service. Colonel Belitz was a member of 
the bar although he did not devote much of his time to the practice 
of the law. He was also Plank Road Commissioner in the year of 1853. 
His loss will be deeply felt by the entire community and more especially 
by those who being more intimately acquainted with him had learned to 
appreciate and prize his good qualities.
Colonel Belitz was the father of Mrs. R. Schlichting and Mrs Dr. Hoyer 
of this city, who have the sympathy of the entire community in this their 
hour of affliction.
Chilton Times, 31 March 1878
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H. F. Belitz, once a very prominent citizen of this county, and a 
resident of Kiel, is dead. On Saturday last he was found upon the 
highway, having been thrown from his buggy. He was unconscious when 
found and, being removed to his residence, expired in a few moments.


HELEN CATHERINE BELITZ   cemetery #82

Pioneer Woman Dies
In the death at Manitowoc, Friday, August 19, 1910, of Mrs. Henry F. Belitz, 
widow of the late Colonel Henry F. Belitz of Kiel, there passed away one of 
the best known and most highly esteemed of the early pioneers of Manitowoc 
and Calumet counties.
Helene Catherine Belitz, nee Schlichting, was born in Oldenburg, Germany, 
March 13, 1831. Caught in the great stream of emigration that left the German 
fatherland as a result of the revolution of 1818, her family found themselves 
among the pioneer band that founded Kiel, Manitowoc county, where October 1853, 
she was married to the late Henry F. Belitz, afterward colonel of the 45th 
Wisconsin Infantry. Col. Belitz was a man and citizen high-minded and singularly 
public spirited and his wife was in the truest and widest sense his companion 
and helpmeet. The Belitz' were widely known for their wide open hospitality and 
their hearty interest in everything that made for the public welfare. Col. Belitz 
was a man of rare culture, a splendid musician and deeply interested in the drama 
and literature even in the early days of Kiel. A singing society and an amateur 
threatrical society were the result his interest awakening and fostering a love 
for the culture side of life. In all this work Mrs. Belitz enthusiastically 
seconded her husband's efforts. Never, even in the days of pioneer primitiveness 
and hard, relentless struggling, were the graces of culture and refinement ignored 
or lost sight of in their home. Like her husband, Mrs. Belitz was ever ready to 
assist those in need and minister to those who were suffering.
Nine children came to bless their union, three of whom, Lilly, Franklin and Henry, 
preceded their mother in death. Six, Mrs. J. Hoyer and Mrs. H. Lammers of Chicago, 
Mrs. G.A. Hipke and Dr. Alfred of Milwaukee, Dr. William of Cochrane, Wis., and 
Attorney Arthur of Madison besides one step-daughter, Mrs. Reinhard Schlichting, 
of Chilton survive.
Not long after the death of her husband in 1878, her health began to fail, and this 
in turn in the end brought on her mental breakdown from which she was destined never 
to rally or recover and for the past thirty years she was an inmate of the County 
hospital at Manitowoc.
Foot-sore and weary with the long, long journey, all unconscious of the great 
affliction which had befallen her - an affliction tragic almost as death itself- 
"God's finger touched her and she slept."
Mrs. Belitz was buried at Kiel on Monday, W. H. Luehr of Manitowoc, and old friend 
of the family, delivering the funeral oration. - August 27, 1910


WALLACE BELITZ    cemetery #10

Sheboygan Press: "Wallace Belitz" 2 Aug 1951
Wallace Belitz, 49, passed away at Sheboygan Memorial hospital Wednesday.
He was born on May 27, 1902, in Cleveland, the son of Mr. and Mrs. William Belitz. 
He attended elementary school in Centerville and attended Washington High school 
in Manitowoc. On June 25, 1927, he married Miss Anita Duessing in St. Paul's 
Lutheran church, Sheboygan. 
In 1921 he took over the Standard Oil agency, Cleveland, and was in the business 
until 1929 when he took over the Belitz hardware store as sole owner.
Survivors are his wife; his mother; a brother, Milton, of Cleveland; and three 
sisters, Mrs. M. (Edna) Hess of Two Rivers, Mrs. Forrest (Sylvia) Duessing of 
Sheboygan and Mrs. Herbert (Erla) Schachtschneider of Milwaukee. 
His father and a sister, Mrs. Hugo (Leora) Stoltenberg, preceded him in death.
Mr. Belitz was a member of the Hardware Implement association and served on the 
consistory of St. John and St. Peter Evangelical Lutheran church, Cleveland, 
for three years. 
Funeral services will be held at the Stoltenberg Funeral chapel, Cleveland, at 
1 p.m. Saturday. The Rev. Eldon Bode will officiate and burial will be made in 
the family lot in St. John's cemetery, Hika.
Friends may call at the funeral chapel from Friday noon until 11 a.m. Saturday 
and then at the chruch until the time of the services.
The Belitz Hardware store will be closed until after the funeral.

(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


CATHERINE H. BELONGER    cemetery #89D



Catherine H. Belonger, age 88, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, 
Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, Nov. 7, 2004 at Shady Lane.
Catherine was born Nov. 5, 1916 in Two Rivers, the daughter of the late Frank 
and Jenny (Ebel) Waskow. Catherine graduated from Washington High School in 
Two Rivers with the class of 1934. On Sept. 10, 1942, she married Harry J. 
Belonger at St. Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Harry preceded her in death 
on March 26, 1985.
Catherine was a homemaker for many years and was well known in the Two Rivers 
area as a seamstress. She was also involved in the Veterans Auxiliary, W.F.L.A. 
Bohemian Lodge and the Two Rivers Senior Center.
Survivors include four daughters and three sons-in-law; one son and daughter-
in-law; three grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law; two sisters-in-law;
one sister; as well as many other relatives and friends.
Catherine was also preceded in death by three brothers and one sister-in-law: 
Larry, Paul and Kenny; and Nancy Waskow; and one brother-in-law: Milton Sloggett.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 10, 2004 at Klein and 
Stangel Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Parish, Holy 
Redeemer Site, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be
the Rev. William O'Brien. Cremation will then take place with burial of the 
cremated remains at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 until 6 p.m., Tuesday (TODAY), 
Nov. 9, 2004, at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home where a prayer service will 
be held at 4 p.m. led by the Rev. William O'Brien.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 9, 2004


ISADORE BELONGER     cemetery #89D

Funeral card

Isadore A. Belonger
Born May 24, 1900
Passed away March 14, 1976

Klein & Stangel, Inc., Funeral Home
Two Rivers, Wisconsin


MILDRED J. BELONGER    cemetery #89D

Mildred J. Belonger, age 97, a resident of Hamilton Home 
and formerly of Two Rivers, died early Monday morning, 
June 26, 2006, at Hamilton Home.
Mildred was born July 28, 1908 in New London, daughter of 
the late William and Emma (Dressler) Otis. On May 10, 1927, 
she married Clarence Belonger at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. He preceded her in death on June 26, 1991. 
Before her marriage, Mildred was employed at Metal Ware Corp. 
She was a seamstress for many years. Mildred enjoyed knitting, 
crocheting and needlework. She was a member of Holy Redeemer 
Church, the Ladies of Holy Redeemer, and the Two Rivers 
Homemakers Club.
Survivors include two daughters, one son, seven grandchildren;
15 great-grandchildren; sisters, sister-in-law. Nieces, nephews, 
other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in 
death by a son-in-law: Bill Tomchek; three brothers: George, 
Raymond and Harold Otis; two sisters: Muriel Prickett and Dorothy 
Graham.
Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, June 29,
2006 at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers.
Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev.
William O'Brien. Burial will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery.
The family will greet relatives and friends at St. Peter the 
Fisherman Church, Two Rivers, on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the
time of service at 10:30 a.m.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Two 
Rivers, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements.
The family would like to thank the staff at Hamilton Memorial
Home for their compassionate care given to Mildred.
Herald Times Reporter. June 27, 2006


JOSEPH BELROSE   cemetery #62

From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1901: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 12 Feb.)
Death on Wed. last week of Jos. Bellrose, an old resident of our town, 
of old age debility. He was buried Fri.


JOSEPH BELROSE   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Nov. 1904:
Death Fri. in Two Rivers of 65 yr. old Joseph Belrose after 
a short illness with heart trouble. The deceased was born in 
Canada but has lived in Two Rivers for many years. He leaves 
his widow but no children. The funeral was held Monday.


OLIVE BEM    cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Mar. 1900:
Death Sun. of a 5-mo. old daughter of Arthur Bem here. The funeral was yesterday.


JOHN BENDER   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 18 May 1905: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 15 May)
Old John Bender died today at 84. His wife preceded him in death 
about a year ago. He is a pioneer settler in this area and is 
known and loved throughout the county. He began a Christmas tree 
business and annually sent a large number of trees to Chicago. 
He also had a fish business.


LOUISA BENDER   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1905: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 13 Feb.)
Mrs. John Bender has died here at age 70. She leaves her 
husband and several grown children in good circumstances. 
The funeral was held Wed. from the Lutheran Church.


JOSEPH BENESCH   cemetery #63

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Oct. 1907: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 15 Oct.) 
We have to report the passing of another old fellow citizen. Joseph Benesch, 
who lived on a farm a few miles from here, died last Wednesday morning. He 
had been ill for a long time and his passing was not unexpected by his family. 
In addition to his widow he leaves 4 grown children –3 daughters and a son, 
all in good circumstances. The funeral was held Saturday from the Catholic 
Church to the local cemetery. 


APOLONIE BENISHEK   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Dec. 1909: 
Death in Branch yesterday from old age debility of 85-year old 
Mrs. A. Benishek, one of the oldest settlers in our county.


JENNIE BENISHEK   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Apr. 1905:
A 15-mo. old daughter of Four Corners resident 
Frank Benisek died Sun. and was buried Tuesday.
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[bur. 04-17-1905/age 15 mo./cause: whooping cough]


MATEJ BENISHEK   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 06 Sep. 1900:
Death in Branch on Wed. of 80-yr. old Mathias Benischek of old 
age debility. The funeral was held Fri. at the city cemetery.


JEAN BENNIN   cemetery #59
 
Mrs. William Bennin, 58, of Route 1, Newton, died Monday morning at home 
following a lengthy illness.
The former Jean Burdick was born May 26, 1920, in Sheboygan, a daughter of 
Raymond and Olga Kazilek Burdick.
She graduated from Central High School in 1939.
On June 3, 1939, she was married to Mr. Bennin at St. Nazianz.
The couple lived in St. Nazianz for five years before moving to Spring Valley.
She was a member of St. Isidore Catholic Church, Osman, and a member and past 
president of its Christian Mother's Society. She also was a member of the 
Pigeon Lake Garden Club and a former member of the Spring Valley Homemakers 
Club and former instructor for a 4-H knitting class.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
A brother precede her in death.
The funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. Isidore Catholic 
Church, with the Rev. Donald Reimer, pastor, as celebrant. Brief family rites 
will precede at 9:45 a.m. at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Burial will be 
in St. Fidelis Cemetery, Town of Meeme.


DORTHY BENSE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Feb. 1904: 
We recently reported that Mrs. Bense, a daughter of Mr. 
E.C. Hollenbeck here, had died in Monroe. Mrs. Hollenbeck 
brought the deceased's little daughter here, but the child 
grew ill and died Thurs. from grief over the loss of her 
mother, the grandparents believe. The funeral was Saturday.


ANNE CHRISTINE BENSON   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 10 Dec. 1903:
Mrs. Benson, wife of policeman Gunder Benson, died unexpectedly on Tues. The
lady had been ill for several weeks, but it appeared that she was getting better and was
able to get around the house again. Tues. morning she suddenly sank into her chair, and
though a doctor was called, death arrived a few minutes later. The deceased was born in
Norway 73 yrs. ago and had come to Manitowoc with her husband in 1883. In addition
to her husband she is survived by 3 children.


LUELLA OLENA JACKSON RASCHKE BENSON   cemetery #41

 30 Apr 1898 - 14 Apr 1986; buried at Valders West Cemetery.

Obituary; 1986 (Don't know the newspaper but it's in the style of the 
Manitowoc Herald Times)(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Benson
Mrs. Luella Benson, 87, of Valders, died Monday evening, April 14, at 
the Manitowoc Health Care Center.
Funeral services will be 11 am Thursday at Faith Lutheran Church, 
Valders. Rev. Michael Hamilton will officiate and burial will be in 
Valders West Cemetery.
Mrs. Benson was born April 30, 1898, at Valders, daughter of the late 
Christian and Ella Torrison Jackson. She attended Manitowoc schools. 
She married Alvin T. Benson in 1963 at Florida. Mrs. Benson was a 
member of Faith Lutheran Church Women and the American Lutheran Church 
Women.
Survivors include a son, and daughter-in-law, four granddaughters, 
 and four great grandchildren. She was preceded in death 
by her husband, two brothers and a sister.
Friends may call at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders, from 9:30 am 
Thursday to the hour of services. Christianson-Deja Funeral Home, 
Valders, assisted the family with arrangements.


OLE BENSON   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Apr. 1896: 
Death on Mon. of Mr. Ole Benson, a highly visible citizen 
of our city. He first saw the light of day on 12 Aug. 1837 
in Mondal, Norway, and came to America in 1874 settling in 
Chicago. About 23 yrs. ago he resettled in Manitowoc where 
he has lived ever since. The burial took place yesterday 
afternoon in the city cemetery.


MARIA BENTEL   cemetery #44

Name: Bentel, Maria
D. 8/5/1875   B.:
Reg. D.: 12/31/1875        sex: f/w
Age at death: 36 yrs. 8 mo. 24 da.
B.P.:
D.P.: Mtwc. City
Cem: Evergreen
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Thiele
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.:
Pg.# 187


ERMA BENTLA/BENTLEY   cemetery #44
  
From Der Nord Westen, 16 Jan. 1902:
Death Mon. of a 9-mo. old daughter of Mr. Gebhard Bentley here of pneumonia. The
funeral will be held today.

(From cem. office: Based on the age, sex, cause of death, and relative 
similarity of the last name, I would say it's a match.
The burial register has Erma Bentla, female, age 9 mo, born in Manitowoc, 
cause of death: pneumonia
Perhaps Gebhardt Bentli [SR] was her grandfather. 
Maybe Gebhardt [JR] & Emma Bently were her parents.
The lot that Gebhardt [JR] & Emma are buried on wasn't paid for until 1909,
so it would make sense that if they had a child die in 1902, they might bury 
it on the grandparent's lot which was already paid for.)


EMIL BENTLEY   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Apr. 1902:
Consumption claimed the life Mon. of 20-yr. old Emil Bentley, 
a son of Gerhard Bentley here. The deceased had been born in 
Manitowoc 11 July 1881.


LOUISE BENTELLE/BENTLY   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1891:
Death yesterday morning of the 2 yr. old child of drayman H. Bentle 
of Manitowoc. The child died of “teething” (Zahnen). Burial will take 
place Sat. morning.
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[Burial register has Louisa Bentelle, female, age 1.10 [1 yr, 10 mo], 
born in Manitowoc, cause of death:  bowel complaint] 


BARBARA BENZ   cemetery #22

Name: Benz, Barbara
D. 3/24/1879  B.:
Reg. D.: 5/22/1879       sex: f/w
Age at death: 40 yrs.
B.P.: Austria
D.P.: Marathon Co. Wis.
Cem: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. P.A. Mutz
Spouse: George Benz
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: Childbed (lying in)
Add Info.:
Pg.# 304
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(Barbara nee Valenta (1839-March 24, 1879 –wife of George Benz 
 born Austria –died in Marathon County –died in childbirth)


FRIDOLIN BENZINGER   cemetery #67

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Sep. 1902 (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 09 Sep.)
Mr. F. Benzinger died Wed. and was carried to his last rest on Fri. 
The 83-yr. old veteran of the Civil War was buried with military 
honors by the Two Rivers G.A.R. Post and its local members. 


MICHAEL BENZINGER   cemetery #22

Name: Benzinger, Michael
D. 12/16/1865   B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869       sex: m
Age at death:
B.P.:
D.P.:
Cem: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.:
Pg.# 34
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(Michael (1800-Dec. 16, 1865)


SHIRLEE M. BENZSCHAWEL   cemetery #44

Shirlee M. Benzschawel, age 80, of 2000 Clark St., Manitowoc, died Thursday, 
Nov. 20, 2003, at St. Luke's Medical Center, Milwaukee. 
Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 24, 2003, at The
Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the
Rev. Steven Olson. Cremation will take place at a later date. 
Shirlee was born Sept. 4, 1923, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Roy
and Edna Bean Pratt. She attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On June
7, 1952, she married George "Jiggs" Benzschawel in Iron Mountain, Mich.
He preceded her in death on April 8, 1997. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
She was also preceded in death by a brother: George Pratt; two
brothers-in-law, one sister-in-law and granddog, Dudley. 
The family will greet relatives and friends from 9 a.m. until the time
of service at 11 a.m. on Monday morning, Nov. 24, 2003, at The Pfeffer
Funeral Home & Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc. 
Shirlee was a devoted mother and grandmother. She loved her trips to
Oneida sharing time with her bingo buddies. 
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 23, 2003

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AUGUST F. BERG   cemetery #82

Called By Death.
Death claimed August F. Berg at his home in this city on Wednesday 
afternoon of last week, as briefly reported in the last issue of the 
Record. A stroke of apoplexy suddenly ended his life. Decedent, who 
reached the age of 71 years, 3 months and 8 days, was a native of 
Pommerania, Germany, where he was born December 20, 1851. He came to 
America in 1856 with his parents, who settled on a farm in the town 
of Schleswig, a mile north of Kiel. When a young man Mr. Berg was 
employed several years at Hilbert. He was married in 1880 to Bertha 
Wagenknecht, and the couple took over the parental farm, which they 
operated for 28 years. In 1890 they sold the farm and moved to Kiel, 
where Mr. Berg has since resided. He enjoyed good health during his 
entire life, until March 17th, when he was taken ill and was confined 
to his bed several days. On Wednesday of last week at 2 a.m., he 
suffered a light stroke of apoplexy, which was followed by a second 
stroke at 1 o'clock p.m., that ended his life. Deceased was a member 
of St. Peters Reformed church since his marriage, a period of 42 years. 
He was deacon of the church for 12 years, and elder for two years. He 
is survived by his widow, one son, five daughters, ten grandchildren 
and three great-grandchildren; also three brothers and three sisters. 
The funeral was held on Saturday afternoon, services being held at the 
Reformed church, Rev. W. Rech officiating. Interment in the Kiel 
cemetery. - April 1923


EDNA E. BERG     cemetery #89C

Edna E. Berg, age 90, a resident of the Wisteria Haus, Two Rivers,
died early Saturday morning, March 4, 2000, at the Wisteria Haus.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, 2000,
at St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Arndt 
will officiate with burial to follow at Forest View Cemetery, Two 
Rivers.
She was born April 20, 1909, in the town of Mishicot, daughter of
the late William F. and Bertha Retzlaff Engelland. She was a graduate
of Rangeline School and Washington High School, Two Rivers. She taught 
for eleven years before going into a temporary retirement upon her 
marriage. Edna returned to teaching and the job of obtaining her degree. 
In 1953, after earning her degree, she began teaching at Koenig School, 
Two Rivers. The next 21 years of her teaching career, were spent teaching 
grade schoolers in the same classroom at Koenig School. Edna married 
William Berg on November 10, 1938, at Two Rivers.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law,one daughter and son-in-law, 
four grandchildren, five great-grandchildren, one brother and sister-in-law, 
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded 
in death by four sisters, Adelia LeClair, Alice Sand, Evelyn Engelland,
Elsie White; two brothers, William and Arthur Engelland.
Friends may call from 5-8 p.m. Monday at the Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, and at the church from 9:30 a.m. Tuesday until the time of 
service at 10:30 a.m.
The family wishes to acknowledge the wonderful care and attention Edna 
received while residing at the Wisteria Haus the last few months.
Memorials in Edna's name would be appreciated to the Lester Public Library, 
Two Rivers.
Please do not be afraid to cry it does relieve the pain. Remember, there
would be no flowers unless there was some rain.
The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, is assisting the family with 
funeral arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, March 5, 2000


ERNST BERG   cemetery #82

Ernst Berg of this vicinity died Wednesday, January 2 at 9 a.m. at
the home of his son Eugene, at Sheboygan where he and his wife had
gone for a few days visit. He was born in Pommern, Germany, July 24, 
1854, and at the age of two came with his parents directly to Kiel
where they lived on a farm about a mile and one—half north of the 
city. On Dec. 6, 1881 he was united in marriage to Miss Minnie
Donath and the newly wedded couple moved on a farm owned by Mr. 
Berg’s uncle on the north end Fourth street, where they lived for 
thirty years. While operating the farm he followed the carpenter 
trade and when they sold that farm the couple moved to the Kircher 
farm in Town Meeme where they lived for five years, after which 
they again moved on a farm north of New Holstein. At the end of two 
years they moved to the home of their daughter, Mrs. Ed Luecke in 
town Herman, near Schwarzwald.
Besides his wife the deceased is survived by two sons, Eugene of
Shehoygan, and Hugo in Greenwood; and three daughters Mrs. Rudolph
Graf of this city, Ida of Chicago, and Mrs. Ed. Luecke of Town
Herman. Two brothers and two sisters also survive.
Funeral services will be held from the Graf home at two o'clock
Saturday afternoon with interment in the Kiel cemetery. The Rev.
O. Saewert will conduct the services.
(No newspaper named, 1929)


WILHELMINE BERG   cemetery #82

Mrs. Minnie Berg Buried In Local Cemetery Wednesday
Mrs. Wilhelmina Berg, aged 79, widow of the late Ernst Berg, passed 
away at the Sheboygan Memorial Hospital on Saturday evening at 11:45, 
following an illness of 8 weeks.
The deceased nee Donath, a daughter of the late Frederick and Johanna 
(Koinke) Donath, was born in Kiel on January 22, 1861. Her marriage to 
Mr. Berg, a native of the town of Schleswig took place on December 6, 
1881 and the couple resided on the farm now owned by the Louis Lawrence 
family.  Mr. Berg passed away on January 2, 1929 and since then Mrs. 
Berg has resided with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edgar 
Luecke in Cleveland.
Five children were born of this union of whom a son Hugo passed away in 
Marshfield four years ago.
Survivors are three daughters and one son, Miss Ida Berg of Milwaukee, 
Mrs. Edgar (Lily) Luecke of Cleveland, and Mrs. Rudolph (Elsie) Graf of 
Kiel, and Eugene of Sheboygan, 9 grandchildren, and four great-granddaughters, 
three sisters and six brothers.
Funeral services were held from the Meiselwitz Funeral Home here this 
Wednesday afternoon at 1:30 and at 2 o'clock services were held at the 
St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church with the Rev. E. L. Worthman 
in charge of the services. Interment was made in the family resting place 
in the Kiel Cemetery. - 1940


GEORGE BERGE        cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Feb. 1889:
On 22 Feb. Georg S. Gilbert-Berge died at the age of 1 yr. 2 mos. of lung
complications from measles. He was buried in the Municipal Cemetery on Mon., 25
February.


HAGE THOMPSON BERGE   cemetery #2

From Der Nord Westen, 07 May 1908:
Death Saturday in Clarks Mills of 78-year old Mrs. Gudmund Thompson of 
a stroke. The deceased leaves 3 children. Her funeral was held yesterday 
in Jerpen.


INGRI MARIA BERGE   cemetery #41

Name: Berge, Ingrid
D. 7/2/1878   B.:
Reg. D.: 4/15/1879    sex: f/w
Age at death: 28 yrs.
B.P.: Tn. Liberty, Mtw. Co. Wis.
D.P.: Liberty
Cem: Liberty
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A.O. Alfson, Cato
Spouse:
F.: Johanes Berge
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.:
Pg.# 298


GEORGE E. BERGER    cemetery #89A

Funeral card:

In Memory Of
GEORGE E. BERGER

Born in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
November 27, 1904
Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin
August 12, 1968

Services
2:00 P.M.
Thursday, August 15, 1968
Klein & Stangel, Funeral Home
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. Reed Forbush, Officiating

Pallbearers
Mel DeSwarte  Clyde Rau
Eben Engle    George Brown
Adolph Brull  Steve Gauthier

Place of Interment
Pioneers Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin

KLEIN & STANGEL. INC.
Two Rivers Wisconsin


GOTTFRIED BERGER   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1894: 
Death in Two Rivers on Sun. of Gottfried Wilhelm Berger following 
an illness of about 6 mos. The deceased, who was one of the oldest 
residents of Two Rivers, was well known and highly thought of 
throughout the whole county. He was born 21 Jan. 1821 in Saxony and 
came to America in 1846, living 2 yrs. in Milwaukee. In 1848 he moved 
to Two Rivers where he has lived ever since. In the early years he was 
in the shoemakers trade, but about 30 yrs. ago he opened a tavern.
The burial took place Tues. afternoon.


JULIE A. BERGER   cemetery #89A



Julia A. Berger


Julia A. Berger, age 93, formerly of Riverview Drive, Two Rivers,
passed away Friday evening, Jan. 14, 2000, at North Ridge Medical 
& Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be held at 6 p.m. Monday, Jan. 17, at Klein &
Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be
Rev. Kim Henning. Burial will be at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two
Rivers.
Jule was born Oct. 21, 1906, in St. Louis, Mo., the oldest daughter
of Paul Sr. and Elizabeth Schneider. She worked as a telephone 
supervisor at the then Bell Telephone Co. in Green Bay. During that 
time she met George E. Berger and on June 18, 1930, they were married 
in Waukegan, Ill., and shortly there-after the couple moved to Two
Rivers, the birthplace of her husband.
She was a member of the Two Rivers Senior Center and chorus, and the 
Homemakers Club for many years, serving as secretary. She attended 
Grace Congregational Church.
Survivors include three daughters and sons in law; one son, six 
grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren.
She is also survived by a brother and sister-in-law; two sisters,
nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jule was preceded in 
death by her parents, her husband, six brothers and sisters.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 4 p.m. until the time 
of service at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 17, 2000 at Klein & Stangel Funeral
Home, Two Rivers.
The family extends their gratitude to the North Ridge Care Center staff 
for their compassion and comfort.
Herald Times Reporter, January 16, 2000


LILLIE BERGER   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 28 Mar. 1907: 
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 25 Mar.) 
A young lady drowned in our river Sunday morning at 5:30. Her shawl was found on 
the bank. She was Lilly Berger, a 40-yr. old unmarried lady. Miss Berger lived 
with her mother, and the fact that she had been ill for many years may have led 
to her suicide. A large number of people gathered at the bridge when they heard 
of her death. Men in rubber boats searched the river for her body in vain. The 
police also have searched the river but have not found anything. Her death is a 
blow for her family. The unfortunate lady has many brothers and a sister living 
here, as well as her widowed mother. It is believed that her body will eventually 
be found in the lake.
         *********
From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1907:  
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 08 Apr.) The body of Miss Berger, who
drowned in the river two weeks ago, still has not been found and the search 
has ended. Men from the life saving station last week searched the lake between 
here and Manitowoc without results.
        *********
From Der Nord Westen, 16 May. 1907:
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 13 May) News from Manitowoc arrived
Friday that the body of Lillian Berger, who drowned in the river about 6 
weeks ago, has been found on the shore in Town Newton. 
        *********
From Der Nord Westen, 16 May. 1907:  
On Thursday evening a 7-year old son of Town Newton farmer Wm. Stephani
found a partially buried female body in the beach sand. The body was 
immediately uncovered and the District Attorney notified. He transferred 
the corpse to the funeral home of Vogelsang & Murphy. A coroner’s inquiry 
was opened by Justice of the Peace Harry Kelley. Charles Berger of Two 
Rivers gave testimony that he knew the body to be that of his sister; that 
Lillian Berger had drowned in the river on 24 March; that her body was not 
found despite every effort taken; and that it was presumed that the body 
was carried into the lake by the strong current. Although the body was no 
longer recognizable, he was able to positively identify the clothing as
that of his unfortunate sister. The body was then turned over to the Berger
family.


THOMAS C. BERGER   cemetery #89A



Thomas C. Berger passed away Tuesday, Oct. 5, 2004 at St. Vincent Hospital, 
Green Bay.
He was born in Two Rivers on Aug. 20, 1931 son of the late George E. and 
Julia A. Berger. Tom graduated from Washington High School with the class
of 1949. Upon graduation, he attended the University of Wisconsin-Manitowoc, 
and was initiated into the Phi Beta Kappa National Honor Society and the
Phi Eta Sigma National Honorary Fraternity. During his sophomore year at 
Madison, he was initiated into the Pi Tau Sigma National Honorary Fraternity. 
In his junior year, he received a scholarship and was awarded the Tau Beta Pi 
Key (the highest honor attainable by an undergraduate student in engineering 
school). He received his Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering
in 1954 and was commissioned a 2nd lieutenant in the Air Force. 
He was stationed with the Air Technical Intelligence Center, Wright Patterson 
Air Force Base, Dayton, Ohio. Following his discharge, Tom began his graduate 
work at the university at which time he was awarded an Engineering Research 
Fellowship and accepted a position on the university teaching staff. He 
received his master's degree in mechanical engineering and is a licensed 
registered professional mechanical engineer in the state of Wisconsin. Tom 
was also a member of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers. He also 
worked for Stoelting Company in Kiel, Manitowoc Engineering and provided 
consultant services for Hamilton's of Two Rivers. He was the original 
founder of the Manitowoc Singles Club in the early l960s and most recently   
belonged to the Northeastern Wisconsin Woodworker's Guild and Inventors 
Network of Wisconsin. He was a licensed private pilot and a longtime member 
of the EAA.
Tom is survived by his devoted and special friend; and three sisters. 
Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was 
preceded in death by his father: George E. Berger; and his mother: Julie A. 
Berger. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 8, 2004 at 
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be 
the Rev. Kim Henning. Burial will be at Pioneer's Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
The family will greet relatives and friends at Klein & Stangel Funeral Home 
on Friday, Oct. 8, 2004 from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 11 am. 
Special thanks to the dedicated and supportive staff of St. Vincent's Dialysis 
Clinic, doctors at Green Bay Nephrology Clinic and San Luis Nursing Home for 
all their loving care.
Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 7, 2004


GEORGE BERGERON   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 12 Dec. 1901:
Death of George Bergeson(sic) on Fri., in a hospital in Sault St. Marie, 
following his being wounded which we reported in last week's paper. 
He was 24-yrs. old. His body was brought here and buried Mon.


TERJE BERKEDAL   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 26 Jan. 1905:
Death Mon. in Town Kossuth of 52-yr. old Terja Birkedal, survived 
by a widow and several children. The deceased had lived in Manitowoc 
for many years and worked as a city policeman for a long time. The 
funeral was held Saturday.


ERNESTINE BERKHOLTZ   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 16 July 1896: 
Death in Green Bay last week, of Mrs. Ernestine Berkholz, widow 
of the late Wilhelm Berkholz who died one year ago. The deceased, 
who was a resident of Manitowoc for many years, had gone to Green 
Bay to be with her daughter who resides there, and where she died 
after a long illness. Her casket was brought here and buried 
alongside that of her husband in the city cemetery. She leaves 1 
son, 1 daughter, and 5 grandchildren.
       *******
[cause: consumption]


WILHELM BERKHOLTZ   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 03 Jan. 1889:
Death of the well-known commercial fisherman Wilhelm Berkholz on Tues.
of last week after a long illness. The deceased was 62 yrs. old and was buried on
Thurs.


NICHOLAUS BERNA   cemetery #22

Name: Berna, Nicolaus
D. 11/24/1867   B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869       sex: m
Age at death: 55 yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Meeme
Cem: St. Nazianz, Eaton
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.:
Pg.# 50
*********
(Nicholaus (1812-Nov. 24, 1867)


JOSEPH BERNARD   cemetery #44

Volume# 10 Page# 38
Name of Deceased: Joseph (Joe) Bernard
Color: White
Sex: Male
Occupation of Deceased:Carpenter
Age: 67 years 4 months 10 days
Father: Anton Bernard
Father's Birthplace: Germany
Mother: Barbara Bernard
Mother's Birthplace: Germany
Birthplace of deceased: Germany
Birthdate of Deceased: March 19, 1843
Certification:Married
Husband or Wife of Deceased: not listed
Date of Death: July 29, 1910 
Cause of Death: Pneumonia
Place of Death: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Residence: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Did Deceased Serve in Armed Force:No 
Name of informant: Joe Bernard Jr.( Son)
Place of Burial: Evergreen Cemetery
Date of Burial: August 1, 1910


SADONIA A. BERNARD   cemetery #44

Volume# 85 Page# 560
Name of Deceased: Sadonia A. Bernard
Maiden Name: Stephany
Color: White
Sex: Female
Occupation of Deceased: Homemaker
Age: 86
Father: William Stephany Sr.
Father's Birthplace: Wisconsin
Mother: Lena Hills
Mother's Birthplace: Wisconsin
Birthplace of deceased: Wisconsin
Birthdate of Deceased: October 22, 1897
Certification: Widowed
Husband or Wife of Deceased: Wenzel J Bernard
Date of Death: March 27, 1984 
Cause of Death: Cardio Pulmonary Failure(minutes),Pneumonia( 3 weeks)
Place of Death: Memorial Hospital Manitowoc Wisconsin
Residence: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Did Deceased Serve in Armed Force: No
Name of informant: Robert Bernard
Place of Burial: Evergreen cemetery
Date of Burial: March 30,1984


WARREN WENCEL BERNARD   cemetery #44

Volume# 97 Page# 8
Name of Deceased:Warren Wencel Bernard
Color: White
Sex: Male
Occupation of Deceased:Test Lab Technician Hydraulic Hoseman
Age: 71
Father: Wenzel J Bernard
Father's Birthplace: Wisconsin
Mother: Sadonia Stephany
Mother's Birthplace: Wisconsin
Birthplace of deceased: Wisconsin
Birthdate of Deceased: April 29, 1921
Certification: Widowed
Husband or Wife of Deceased: not listed
Date of Death:January 4, 1993 
Cause of Death: Ca Lung
Length of Disease: 6 months
Place of Death: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Residence: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Did Deceased Serve in Armed Force: No
Name of informant: Helen Swetlik
Place of Burial: Evergreen Cemetery
Date of Burial: January 7, 1993


WENZEL JAMES BERNARD   cemetery #44

Volume# 85 Page# 557
Name of Deceased:Wenzel James Bernard
Color: White
Sex: Male
Occupation of Deceased: Malster( Anheuser Busch)
Age: 84
Father: Joseph Bernard
Father's Birthplace: not listed
Mother: Anna Bielek
Mother's Birthplace: not listed
Birthplace of deceased: Wisconsin
Birthdate of Deceased: September 13, 1899
Certification: Married
Husband or Wife of Deceased: Sadonia Stephany
Date of Death: March 19, 1984 
Cause of Death: Myocardial Infraction
Place of Death: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Residence: Manitowoc Wisconsin
Did Deceased Serve in Armed Force: No
Name of informant: Sadonia Bernard
Place of Burial: Evergreen Cemetery
Date of Burial: March 22, 1984
NOTE: According to the death information Wenzel was D.O.A when he arrived at the hospital


EMMA BERNER   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Jan. 1879:
Death Thurs. of last week of Miss Emma Berner, age 20, the daughter of Mr.
August Berner.


CHARLES W. BERNIER   cemetery #18

Charles W. Bernier, age 86, of Maribel, died Saturday morning, 
March 8, 2003 at his home surrounded by his family.
A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 14, 2003 
at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Kellnersville. The Rev.
Michael Ingold will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial with 
burial of the cremated remains at St. Wenceslaus Cemetery, 
Greenstreet.
Charles was born April 6, 1916 at Eagleton, Wis., son of the 
late Albert and Rose Jerome Bernier. He grew up and attended 
school in Eagleton. On June 3, 1942 Charles was married to 
the former Lorraine M. Taicher at St. Joseph Catholic Church 
in Kellnersville. He was a U.S. Army veteran serving from 1942 
to 1945. Charles owned and operated a mink ranch for 21 years 
and was a rural mail carrier from 1954 until his retirement in 
1980. Charles was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and 
the Rural Letter Carriers Association.
Survivors include his wife: Lorraine of Maribel; two sons and 
one daughter-in-law, three daughters and one son-in-law, eight
grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren; one sister, two 
sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends 
survive. He was preceded in death by one brother: Joseph; one 
sister: Maxine Taicher; one daughter-in-law: Carla Bernier; 
one granddaughter: Brandy Bernier; and two stepbrothers: 
Kenneth Blair and Wilfert Blair.
Relatives and friends may call at St. Joseph Catholic Church
on Friday from 9 a.m. until the time of services.
In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated in his
name.
The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home of Kellnersville, 
is serving the family.
Herald Times Reporter, March 11, 2003


ROSE BERO     cemetery 89D   (sent by researcher/see contributors page)

Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI., May 20, 1976

  Mrs. Rose Bero, 79, of 3402 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
  Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday at Holy Redeemer Catholic 
Church, Two Rivers.  The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be 
in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
  Mrs. Bero was born March 4, 1897, in the Town of Brussels, Door County, daughter 
of the late Alexander and Josephine Decker Flemal.  She was married to William Bero 
Nov. 27, 1917, in the Town of Brussels.  They resided in Two Rivers since 1929. She 
was a member of the Veterans Auxiliary, Senior Citizens and Ladies of Holy Redeemer 
Church.
  Survivors include her husband, a daughter, a son, Richard, a sister, Mrs. Alice 
Baker, of Escanaba, Mich., a brother, Alex Flemal, of Two Rivers, three grandchildren, 
six great grandchildren and a great great grandchild.
  Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 4 p.m. 
Friday.  A Senior Citizen service will be held at 6 p.m. Friday and a memorial service 
will be held at 7 p.m. Friday.


WILLIAM J. BERO     cemetery 89D    (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI., August 29, 1978

  William J. Bero, 80, of 3400 Tannery Rd., Two Rivers, died Monday in 
Two Rivers.
  Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Thursday in Holy Redeemer Church, Two 
Rivers.  The Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate and burial will be in Holy 
Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers.
  Mr. Bero was born July 30, 1898, in the Town of Red River, Kewaunee County, 
son of the late Jule and Mary Moreau Bero.  He married Rosemary Flemal Nov. 27, 
1917, in the Town of Brussels.  She preceded him in death in May of 1976.  He 
resided in Two Rivers since 1929, and was a farmer for 15 years until his 
retirement.
  Survivors include a son and daughter-in-law, a daughter, three sisters, Mrs. 
Mary Destree, of Green Bay, Mrs. Odile Destree, of Green Bay and Mrs. Clara 
Johnson, of Green Bay; three grandchildren; six great grandchildren and two 
great great grandchildren.
  Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc. Funeral Home after 5 p.m. Wednesday.  
A parish memorial service will be conducted at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday and the Senior 
Citizens will meet at 6 p.m.


ANDREAS BERTLER   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1895:
Death on Tues. of Mr. Andreas Bertler, a well-known resident of our city, as a
result of a stroke suffered on Sun. He was born 10 Sept. 1820 in the Kingdom of
Württemberg. He leaves his widow and 3 grown children. The funeral will take
place tomorrow, Fri., at 10:30 a.m. at the local Catholic Cemetery.


ELIZABETH BERTLER   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 23 May 1907:
Death Monday of 88-year old Mrs. Andrew Bertler of old age debility in the
residence of her daughter here, Mrs. Albert Handl. The lady had been ill 
ever since the accidental death of her son, Stephen Bertler, about 6 weeks 
ago. She is survived by 2 daughters. The funeral will be held this morning 
from St. Boniface Church.


HELENA BERTLER   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1891:
Death on Mon. of Mrs. Helene Bertler, wife of the well-known 
brickworks manager, Stephan Bertler. The deceased passed away 
from inflammation of the lower abdomen, but had suffered for 
some time with neuritis, of which her husband is still 
suffering as well as one child. Mrs. Bertler was 40 yrs. of 
age and was born in Town Meeme, the daughter of the late farmer 
Gittinger. She leaves her husband and 4 children. The burial 
took place Wed. morning at the local Catholic cemetery.


STEPHEN BERTLER   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1907: 
Steven Bertler, well-known brick maker, on Monday morning had the misfortune 
of falling 30-feet from his brick oven, suffering wounds to his head and face. 
The doctors fear that some of his injuries are internal, and they are as yet
undetermined… His condition is critical.
             *************
From Der Nord Westen, 18 Apr. 1907: 
Stephan Bertler, who we recently reported having fallen Easter Monday from 
a brick kiln in his brickyard, died Thursday last week from the injuries 
suffered in that fall. The injured man had somewhat improved and it was 
hoped that he would recover, so his death was unexpected. Stephan Bertler 
was born 53 years ago in Milwaukee but moved here a long time ago and for 
the past 25 years operated the brickyard which his father had established. 
He leaves a widow and 6 children. The funeral was held Monday morning from 
St. Boniface Church.


MARIA BERUN   cemetery #22

Name: Berun, Maria
D. 5/22/1864   B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869       sex: f
Age at death:
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Liberty, Mtw. Co.
Cem: St. Nazianz, Eaton
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. Ambrose Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Add Info.: Born Keim or Keus
Pg.# 24


SILES BESON   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 29 Mar. 1894: (From the correspondent in Kiel, 26 Mar.)
Peter Beson lost a 3-yr. son last week who was buried Sat. in
the Catholic Cemetery.


(BABY) BEST   cemetery #82

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Mar. 1899 (From the correspondent in Kiel, 13 Mar.)
Death yesterday of a small child of Bankiers Best here, with burial tomorrow
morning.


CARL BEST   cemetery #84

CALLED BY DEATH
Carl Best, an old and well-known resident of the town of Schleswig,
passed away at his home on Saturday night at the advanced age of 77
years. Death was due to the infirmities of old age. Decedent was 
born in Dheinheim, Hessen-Darmstadt, Germany, Sept. 16, 1844 and 
came to America in 1853 with his parents, who settled in the town of 
Rhine near the Sheboygan river. Two years later his father, Peter 
Best, purchased 120 acres of fine farming land in the town of 
Schleswig, two miles south-east of Kiel, which later became the 
property of the son Carl, who resided on the place until his death. 
He was married in 1876 to Louise Meyer, who survives him, with two 
sons and two daughters, namely, Louis of Kiel and Carl on the old 
homestead, Mrs. Ph. Mattes of Thorp and Mrs. Wm. Voss of Kiel. He 
also leaves nine grandchildren, one brother, Louis, of Sioux Falls, 
Dak., and two sisters, Mrs. Kate Hartmann of Sioux Falls, S. D.
and Mrs. Susanna Frick, of Milwaukee. The funeral took place on
Wednesday afternoon interment being in the Rockville cemetery. Rev. 
W. Rech officiated. - Jan. 5, 1922


LEONA ELLA BEST    cemetery #84

Suffering from inflammatory rheumatism, followed by a heart attack, 
Miss Leona Ella Best, ten—year-old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Best, 
who reside on a farm about two miles southeast of Kiel, passed away at
7:30 Sunday morning at her home. She attended the Kiel public school, 
and was a member of the fourth grade class. She also attended the St. 
Peter Reformed church Sunday school.
She is survived by her parents and four sisters, Lillian, Martha,
Emma and Madeline, all at home.
She was born October 12, 1921.
Funeral services were held at 1:30 from the home, and at 2 o’clock at 
the St. Peter Reformed church. The Mendelssohn Choir sang “Jesus Lover 
of My Soul,” and "Safe in the Arms of Jesus," and the Sunday school 
class sang "Jesus Loves Me." Her fourth grade classmates attended the 
services in a body. Pallbearers were: Elmer Stecker, Manfred Moritz,
Ralph Eickert and Lester Vogel.
Interment was in the Rockville cemetery, with the Rev. E. L. Worthman
conducting the last rites. (no newspaper named, 2-20-1932)


LOUIE BEST   cemetery #84
 
Louie A. Best, 84, of Park Avenue, Kiel, died August 23, at Calumet 
Memorial Hospital, Chilton, where he had been a patient for two days.
He was born March 14, 1893, in the Town of Schleswig, a son of Carl 
and Louise Meyer Best.
He attended Kiel schools and was a veteran of World War I, serving with 
Battery E, 327th Field Artillery, from July, 1918, to February, 1919.
In 1923, he moved to Thorp where he purchased a farm which he operated 
until 1942, when he moved to Appleton where he was employed at a paper 
mill. He retired in 1958 and moved to Kiel.
On May 16, 1944, he married the former Blanche Joan Williams at Waukegan, 
Illinois. Survivors include his widow. (rest missing) - 1977


RENATA BEST   cemetery #84

Mrs. Carl Best, 61, Elkhart Lake, died early this morning at Plymouth 
Hospital where she had been a patient for the last month.
Born Renata Neumann on Sept. 10, 1893, in the town of Herman, she was 
the daughter of the late Christ and Bertha Neumann.  She was married 
to Carl Best on Nov. 27, 1915, in the town of Herman Lutheran Church.  
The couple lived on the Best homestead in the town of Schleswig until 
1932, at which time they moved to Elkhart Lake.  She was a member of 
Senior Guild of Community Evangelical and Reformed Church.
Services will be held at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon at Community 
Evangelical and Reformed Church.  The Rev. Paul Olm will offiicate and 
burial will be in Rockville cemetery.
Friends may call at the Rader Funeral home, Elkhart Lake, from Wednesday 
noon on until 11 o'clock Thursday morning and then from noon until time 
of services at the church.
Survivors include the husband; four daughters, Mrs. Dnald (Lily) Bell, 
Sheboygan Falls, Mrs. Wesley (Martha) Caan and Mrs. Carl (Emma) Ray, Jr., 
both of Milwaukee, and Mrs. Donald (Madeline) Spletter, New Holstein; 
two brothers, Roland Neumann, Millersville, and William Neumann (twin 
brother), of Kohler; and nine grandchildren.  She was preceded in death 
by her parents, two sons, one daughter and one brother.
The Sheboygan Press - Tuesday, April 26, 1955 - P. 14


ANGELINE BETH     Cemetery 89B

From the Two Rivers Reporter, Tuesday, January 22, 1946

MRS. ANGELINE BETH IS TAKEN IN CITY MONDAY
Widow of Fred Beth, Sr., Invalid 25 Years, Claimed, Rites Thursday

Mrs. Angeline Beth, 85, lifelong resident of Two Rivers, and widow of
Fred Beth, Sr., died at the Municipal hospital at 3 o'clock Monday
afternoon, following 25 years spent in a wheelchair as an invalid.
Mrs. Beth suffered a stroke three months ago and had been a patient at
the hospital for the past five weeks.
Funeral Thursday
Funeral services will be held from St. Lukes Catholic church Thursday
morning at 9 o'clock at which time four of her nephews, all priests,
will join in the celebration of a solemn, requiem high mass. The celebrant
will be Rev. George Beth of Black Creek; Rev. Peter Nilles of St. Mark's
will be deacon; Rev. Horace Schroeder of Appleton, sub-deacon, and Rev.
Hubert Nilles of Oshkosh, master of ceremonies. Burial will be in Calvary
cemetery.
The body is at the Beduhn Funeral home and may be viewed there from
Wednesday afternoon at 3 o'clock. The rosary will be recited at the
funeral home at 7:45 Wednesday evening.
Nee Angeline Wolf, Mrs. Beth was born in this city Dec. 3, 1860,
the daughter of Michael and Isabelle Silversack Wolf. As a girl she
attended St. Luke's parochial school and was married to Fred Beth at
St. Luke's Sept. 12, 1882. A year following their marriage the couple
built a home at 1817 Washington street (across from the Rivoli theater),
where they made their home until Mr. Beth's death in December, 1929.
Mrs. Beth continued to live there until her removal to the hospital
five weeks ago.
Mr. Beth was a member of Two Rivers' first baseball team, the Centennials, 
and was a teammate of the late Sen. Thomas Walsh.
Mrs. Beth was a member of the Altar society of St. Luke's congregation.
She is survived by two daughters, Mrs. Frank (Isabelle) Hess and Miss 
Connie Beth, both of this city, and four grandchildren.
There are two sisters, Mrs. Catherine Roemer of Manitowoc and
Mrs. Barbara Mueller of Chicago.


HUBBARD BETH      cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Aug. 1893:
9-yr. old Hubbard Beth, son of Sebastian Beth of Two Rivers drowned on
Sat. while playing among the numerous logs floating in the river. His body was
found 1/2 hour after the incident.


RAMONA B. BETH   cemetery #89A

Ramona B. Beth, age 85, Two Rivers, passed away peacefully with her 
family surrounding her, Thursday evening, October 14, 1999, at Two 
Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, October 18, 1999, at 
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Arndt officiating, 
with burial at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
She was born February 10, 1914, in the town of Two Rivers, daughter of 
the late John J. and Theresa Johannes Raatz. She attended Tannery School, 
St. John's Parochial School and Washington High School, graduating with the
class of 1932. On April 19, 1933, she married Walter Beth in Two Rivers. 
The couple celebrated 66 years of marriage last April. She was employed at 
Two Rivers Community Hospital, City Cab, and Paragon Electric Co. retiring 
in 1968. She is a member of St. John's Ladies Society afternoon and evening 
group and the dartball league. She is also a member of the Two Rivers Senior 
Center.
Survivors include her husband, Walter; a son and daughter-in-law, two 
daughters and one son-in-law, a sister-in-law, a special friend, eight 
grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren, a number of nieces, nephews, and many 
friends. She was preceded in death one brother and one sister.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 
5-8 p.m. Sunday evening and after 9 a.m. on Monday at the church, until the 
time of service at 10 a.m.
Herald Times Reporter, October 16, 1999


WALTER M. BETH    cemetery #89A

Walter M. Beth, age 91, of Two Rivers, died peacefully Thursday afternoon,
Nov. 25, 2004 following a brief illness at the Hamilton Memorial Home, Two 
Rivers.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, Nov. 29, 2004 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.
Walter was born Sept. 16, 1913 in Two Rivers, a son of the late Charles and 
Barbara Monka Beth. He received his education in Two Rivers, attending St.
Mark's Parochial School and graduating from Washington High School with the 
class of 1931. On April 19, 1933, he was married to Ramona B. Raatz at
St. John's Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. The couple was blessed with 66 years 
together. She preceded him in death Oct. 14, 1999.
Wally was employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. for many years and also at the 
Manitowoc Shipbuilding for a short time during the war. He retired from Mirro
Aluminum in 1978, as assistant superintendent. He was a long time member of 
St. John's Lutheran Church, where he was past member of the church council, 
served as trustee and was a member of the Lutheran Men's Club. He was also a 
member of the National Management Club of Mirro; the Two Rivers Senior Center, 
where he served with the Meals-on-Wheels program; and he enjoyed bowling, 
dartball and playing cards with several card clubs.
Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, two daughters and a son-in-law,
eight grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, seveial nieces, nephews, other 
relatives and friends also survive.
In addition to his parents and wife, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, 
a brother, and three sisters.
Friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 until 
8 p.m. Sunday evening and at the church on Monday after 9 a.m. until the time 
of service at 10 a.m. 
Memorials may be made to St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church or the donor's 
choice.
Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 27, 2004
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Funeral card

In Memory of
Walter M. Beth
Birth Date
September 16, 1913
Date of Death
November 25, 2004

Services
10:00AM - Monday - November 29, 2004
St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church
Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Officiating
Reverend
David Scherbarth

Final Resting Place
Pioneer Rest Cemetery
Two Rivers, Wisconsin

Arrangements By
Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels
Two Rivers, Wisconsin


ANTON BEUMLER      cemetery #83

Rites Held Saturday For Anton Beumler
Funeral services were held Saturday morning for Anton Beumler,
84, who died at his home Wednesday afternoon. He had been ill
but a short time
The Rev. F.X. Kheil celebrated the requiem mass and burial was
made in the parish cemetery. (pallbearers named)
Mr. Beumler was born in the town of Lima, Sheboygan county,
March 14, 1872, the son of the late Mathias and Pentronella
Weiers Beumler. He married Johanna Vande Loo, town of Lima, 
June 12, 1906, at St. George Catholic church near Sheboygan
Falls and the couple farmed for 40 years near Kiel. They moved
to this city on retirement 12 years ago.
Surviving him are his wife; a son, three daughters, 20 grand-
children and five great-grandchildren. Three children and 
several brothers and sisters preceded him in death.
April, 1956 (no newspaper given)


CLARENCE "RED" BEVER     cemetery #89C

Clarence Red Bever 69 of Two Rivers died Thursday, Sept. 3, at Two
Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10 am. Saturday at St. Luke Catholic Church, 
Two Rivers. The Rev. Robert Rhyner will officiate and burial will be 
in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Bever was born June 8, 1912, at Marshfield, son of the late Arnold 
and Mayme Beine Bever. He married Evelyn Natzke Nov. 10, 1939, at Two
Rivers. Mr. Bever was employed by Paragon Electric Company for 37 years, 
retiring nine years ago. He was a member of Senior Citizens, Eagles Club,
and Men of St. Luke.
Survivors include his wife, Evelyn, nieces, nephews, sisters and brothers-
in-law. He was preceded in death by two brothers.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 3 o'clock this Friday afternoon where a Senior Citizens memorial 
service will be at 6 o'clock, followed by an Eagles memorial service at 
6:30 o'clock, and a parish memorial at 7 o'clock.

From Funeral Card:
CLARENCE "RED" BEVER
Born June 8, 1912
Passed away September 3, 1981


EVELYN V. BEVER     cemetery #89C

Evelyn V. Bever, 74, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday morning, December 9, 1987 
at Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral services will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday at St. John Evangelical Lutheran 
Church, Two Rivers. Rev. David Scherbarth will officiate with burial at Forest 
View Cemetery.
Mrs. Bever was born August 9, 1913, at Wayside, Wisconsin, daughter of the 
late Bernard and Emma Copelle Natzke, She married Clarence Bever on November 
10, 1939 at Two Rivers. He preceded her in death September 3, 1981. Mrs. Bever
waz employed at Muellers Delica-Sea for many years and following her retirement 
she worked for Two Rivers Senior Center.
Survivors include a niece, with whom she made her home with and many other nieces
and nephews survive. She was preceded in death by four sisters, Cora Loppnow, 
Loleta Rose, Laura Stradel and Lovella Tisler.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 3 p.m. to 
8p.m. Friday and Saturday morning at the funeral home from 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. 
with services to follow at 10:30 a.m at St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church,
Two Rivers.

Funeral Card:
In Memory of
EVELYN V. BEVER
August 9, 1913
December 9, 1987

Services 10:30 P.M.
Saturday, December 12, 1987
St. John's Ev. Lutheran Church Two Rivers, Wisconsin
Rev. David Scherbarth, Officiating

Place of Interment
Forest View Cemetery Two Rivers, Wisconsin