[ ED ] OBITUARIES
ANGELINE EDDY cemetery #44 From the Manitowoc Herald, 14 Mar. 1857: Angeline (Clarx) Eddy died in Clarks Mills, dau. of Abel and Lydia Clarx who were formerly from Pottsdam, St. Lawrence co., NY/surname also spelled Clark. JOSEPHINE EDGELL cemetery #44 Mrs. Josephine Edgell, 81, former resident of this city, died this morning at Kaukauna. Born Josephine Dow in Massachusetts, she came to this city when a girl. She was married in Chicago to Louis Edgell and they located in Kaukauna. Mr. Edgell died 30 years ago. Survivors are a daughter, Mrs. Laura Miller, Kaukauna, with whom Mrs. Edgell resided; a brother, Captain Arthur Dow, city; and a sister, Mrs. May Woida, Birnamwood, Wis. Funeral services will probably beheld Wednesday afternoon from the Frazier mortuary in this city. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, August 9, 1937 P. 2 ******* [bur. 08-11-1937/d. at Kaukauna, WI/cause: hypertension and arterio sclerosis coronary sclerosis diabetes mellites coronary thrombosis/ bur. on Mrs. Josephine Mosher lot]
LOUIS H. EDGELL cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 03 July 1902: Death in Kaukauna on Fri. of Louis Ebgell(sic), a former resident of our city, at the age of 55, leaving a widow and a daughter. His body was brought here and buried Monday.
AMY EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 08 Dec. 1887: Death on 02 Dec. of Mrs. Amy Edwards, mother of J.L. Edwards and Perry Edwards, and three married daughters. *********** [burial register has Mrs. Annie Edwards, female, age 83, captain wife, born in U.S./bur. 12-04-1887/age 83 yrs./cause: old age] (Note: Her tombstone has 1888 on it which appears is in error) *********** ACCIDENT.-We regret to learn, just as we go to press, that a serious accident has happened to Mrs. Edwards, wife of our former fellow citizen, Capt. Joseph Edwards, now resident of the town of Kossuth. The horse attached to a wagon, in which she was returning home in company with a married daughter from this village, ran away, breaking the wagon and throwing her to the ground with so much force, that she was taken up insensible. Dr. Zeilley informs us that no bones were broken, but that the injuries are of a serious character. So far as we can learn, neither Mrs. Hoag, nor her infant were seriously injured. Manitowoc Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, September 27, 1855 P. 5
ANNIE EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 12 Dec., 1907: Death in Holy Family Hospital here on Tuesday of Mrs. Joseph Edward of typhoid. The deceased, who was 35, leaves her husband and 4 children. Her funeral will be held this afternoon. *********** [cause: typhoid fever]
CHAD EDWARDS cemetery #89D Private funeral services for Chad Edwards, infant son of B??? and Carol Rezachek Edwards of Menasha Avenue, Manitowoc, who was born Tuesday evening and died Wednesday morning at the Two Rivers Memorial Hospital, will be at ???? p.m. Thursday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 10, 1971 (Note: This was a poor copy and hard to read)
CHARLES EDWARDS cemetery #44 [bur. 10-3-1930/died at Minneapolis, MN/cause: enlarged prostate cystitis retention of urine uraemic poisoning/bur. on Frank W. White lot]
CLARA LOUISE EDWARDS cemetery #44 (Clara Louise Edwards/d. 16 June 1878/age 6 yrs./cause: inflammation of the lungs (from St. James Episc. ch. record) ********* [Burial register has buried the child of Berry Edwartz $1.50] (Perry Edwards)
GEORGE EDWARDS cemetery #44 (George Edwards/d. 31 Dec. 1883/age 64 yrs./cause: general decay/from St. James Episc. ch. record) ************* [bur. 01-03-1883/age 76 yrs.]
GEORGE W. EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 31 Jan. 1901: Death Thurs. morning of Two Rivers Road resident Georg Edwards after a long illness. The deceased was born in Suffolk, Eng., on 17 Mar. 1829 and has been a resident here since 1856. During the Civil War he served with the 48th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. He is survived by 7 children. His funeral was held Sun. under the direction of the local G.A.R. Post. *********** [cause: heart disease]
IRA A. EDWARDS cemetery #44 DEATH INVADES CITY COUNCIL SECOND TIME WITHIN MONTH, CLAIMS ALD. IRA EDWARDS Member from Fourth Ward Dies Last Night Following Illness of But Five Weeks - Was Well Known Young Man, Being but 40 Years of Age at His Death Death has again invaded the city council and for the second time with in a month, has claimed one of the members of the city administration. Ira Edwards, alderman from the Fourth ward, passing away at his home on North Tenth street at eight o'clock last evening. Less than a month ago William Scherer, member from the Third ward, died after a brief illness. The two deaths are the first to occur in the official family of the city for many years. News of the death of Mr. Edwards was a shock to the city, though it was known that he had been confined to his home for several weeks with an attack of nervous trouble. He had been unable to attend the last two council meetings and to give attention to city affairs and had not been at his post at the Goodrich offices, where he was assistant for some time. Mr. Edwards was a native of this city, having been born here Sept. 2?, 1876, being 40 years of age at his death. He attended the local schools and for several years past had been in employe of the Goodrich company in this city. He was elected a member of the city council from the Fourth ward two years ago and would have been renominated this spring had he lived, his service as a city official having been of a character to win him commendation. Mr. Edwards was a member of important committees in the council, chairman of the library committee and member of the committees on assessment and finance, fire and water and streets. Mr. Edwards was married about seven years ago to Mrs. Amanda Krainik, widow of the late Frank Krainik, who with one daughter, Iris, survives him. One brother, Arthur, and a sister, Mrs. E. Schwab, both of this city, beside his mother, also survive. A member of the Order of Maccabee, Mr. Edwards had for 12 years held the office of record keeper for the local branch of the society. He was also a member of the Masonic lodge in this city. The sympathy of many friends will go out to the bereaved family. Funeral services will be held from the late home Monday afternoon at 2 o'clock and will probably be in charge of the Masonic order. Friends are requested to omit flowers. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, February 19, 1916 P.1 ******** [bur. 02-21-1916/cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur. on Mrs. FL Krainik lot] ******** MAYOR WIRES HE IS ENROUTE FOR FUNERAL Hastening Back From Flor-ida on Message of Death Mayor Henry Stolze, who is in Flori (sic) was advised of the death of Alderman Ira Edwards by telegraph today and wired that he was leaving for Manitowoc and would reach here Monday in time for the funeral. Members of the council will hold an informal meeting tomorrow morning to make arrangements for attending the funeral of Mr. Edwards. The city hall will be closed at noon Monday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, Feb. 19, 1916 P.8 ******* Misses Ruth and Alice Edwards of Grand Rapids were here for the funeral of their uncle, the late Ira Edwards. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, February 23, 1916 P.3 ******** The following resolution was read: "To the Honorable Mayor and Board of Aldermen: "Whereas our friend and co-worker in the council, Ira A. Edwards, alderman from ward Four, has answered his last earthly roll call, and "Whereas this board of aldermen feels that proper recognition of Mr. Edwards' worth as an alderman and as a citizen is due, "Be it Resolved, That it is ordered that flags on all municipal buildings be displayed at half mast for a period of ten days from date: that this resolution be published in both daily papers and made apart of the official record of the Common Council, and that a duly attested copy thereof be signed by the Mayor and Clerk and forwareded to the family of the deceased. (signed) "CHAS. SCHROEDER" "Dated February 21st, 1916." Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 29, 1916 P.4 NOTE: Typed only this from the Council Proceedings of Wednesday, Feb. 23, 1916.
JAMES EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 11 Mar. 1909: James Edwards, a resident of our city who had been crippled by a stroke, slipped on the ice on Chicago Street Tuesday last week and suffered a fractured skull from which he died Friday in Holy Family Hospital. The deceased was 46 years old and is survived by his parents and several sisters. The funeral was held Saturday. *********** Cause of death: fall, paralysis/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc
JOHN L. EDWARDS and his wife Mary cemetery #58 From Der Nord Westen, 08 July 1909: Sudden deaths, one right after the other, of Mr. and Mrs. L.J. Edwards(sic), former residents of Town Meeme, at the home of their married daughter in Waukesha where they had lived for the past several years. The bodies were transported to Meeme for burial. Mr. Edwards was 86 while his wife was 10 years younger.
JOHN W. EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 15 Feb. 1906: After a long illness with consumption, John Edwards died Thursday last week. He was born in Manitowoc 11 March 1871, and leaves a widow and 2 children, as well as his sorrowing mother and 3 sisters. The funeral was held Sunday. ********** [bur. 02-11-1906/cause: consumption]
JOSEPH E. EDWARDS cemetery #44 JOSEPH EDWARDS, LAST OF THE PIONEERS OF 1836, PASSES AWAY AT CHICAGO AT AGE OF 86 YEARS Capt. Joseph Edwards, the oldest surviving pioneer settler of Manitowoc, is dead at Chicago, messaged received today announcing the demise of Capt. Edwards at the home of his daughter in that city. The body will be brought here tomorrow evening and funeral services will be held at the chapel at Evergreen Wednesday afternoon at 2, Rev. Kelcher officiating. Capt. Edwards, a son of the late J. V. Edwards, who was the first ship carpenter in Manitowoc county and who built the first schooner here, came to Manitowoc county with his father in 1835 and up to ten years ago resided here, going to Chicago then to make his home with a daughter, Mrs. Tolman. Capt. Edwards was one of the veteran vessel captains of the lakes and sailed a number of boats out of Manitowoc. Practically all of the 86 years of Capt. Edwards life was spent in Manitowoc, he being but four years old when his family came here. His father engaged in the building scows at Rapids to transport lumber from the mills to this city to be loaded on vessels in the late 30’s and later engaged in boat building, the Citizen, a schooner built here in the 40’s being the first Manitowoc boat. The late P.P. Smith and Capt. Edwards divided honors during the former’s life in claiming to be the oldest settlers of the city and at the death of Mr. Smith a few years ago, the distinction was unchallenged for Mr. Edwards. Capt. Edwards is survived by his aged wife, who is expected to accompany the remains here, one son, William, Chicago and four daughters, Mrs. Tollman, Chicago; Mrs. Boring, Washington; Mrs. Sample and Mrs. Borkman of Oakland, Cal. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 17, 1917, Page 1 ******** (Joseph L. Edwards/d. 16 Dec. 1917/age 86/cause: old age/res. Chicago/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc) ********* [bur. 12-18-1917/age 86 yrs/cause: myocarditis]
MARIE EDWARDS cemetery #44 [bur 03-26-1923/cause: cerebral hemorrage/bur on Robinson Edwards lot]
MARYAN EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 10 Mar. 1892: Death on Mon. of last week in Charlevoi, Mich., of Mrs. M. Edwards, wife of Capt. Henry Edwards. She was 62 yrs. of age and died of liver inflammation. The body was brought here and buried last Thurs. in the city cemetery.
MARY ANN EDWARDS cemetery #44 (Mary Ann Edwards/d. 31 July 1863 in Milwaukee/bur. Manitowoc cem./ age 3 yrs./child of Geo. Edwards (from St. James Episc. ch. record) ********** [bur. 07-31-1863]
ROBERT EDWARDS cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 05 Nov. 1896: On Wed. morning Robert Edwards of Two Rivers, long a resident of that town, was found dead in bed of a heart attack. The deceased came here many years ago from Wales.
ROSE A. EDWARDS cemetery #44 MRS. JOSEPH L. EDWARDS DIES AT HOME OF DAUGHTER IN CHICAGO: BODY TO BE BROUGHT HERE Word was received here today of the death of Mrs. Joseph L. Edwards at Chicago yesterday morning. The body will be brought here tomorrow at four o’clock and interment will be from the chapel at Evergreen on Saturday at 2 pm. Decedent has just passed her seventy seventh birthday anniversary. She was born in New Brunswick and had resided in Manitowoc until some twenty years ago after which she made her home with a daughter, Mrs. G.E. Tolman. Mrs. Edwards was a life long member of St. James, a charter member of the guild and the Clio club of this city. Her maiden name was Miss Rose Allen. Mrs. Edwards’ husband died shortly before Christmas. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, January 31, 1918, Page 7 ******** (Rose HUNTER Edwards/d. 30 Jan. 1918/cause: heart failure/res. Chicago/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc) ************** [bur. 02-02-1918/cause: myocarditis/bur. on Joseph Edwards lot]
SUSAN M. EDWARDS cemetery #44 From the Manitowoc Herald, 29 May 1858: Susan Edwards died, dau. of T.A.H. and Henrietta Edwards ****** Died. May 22nd., Susan Margaretta, aged 15 daughter of T.A.H. and Henrietta M. Edwards. -A most affectionate and dutiful daughter; truly a sunbeam, has been removed from that sorrowing and afflicted famly. "Upward, joyful, I am going- Heaven, to soaring faith gives sigh; Yonder open gate is showing Gods full granaries overflowing Endless life and light, Sprung from struggling seeds, once growing Deep beneath earth's night." The Daily Tribune, Manitowoc, Wis, Thursday, June 3, 1858 P. 2
WALTER EDWARDS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 08 Dec. 1904: Walter Edwards from here died yesterday of typhus in a Green Bay hospital. The deceased, a son of widow Eliza Edwards, is just 25 yrs. old. He worked here for the Rand & Roemer Hardware Co. until a few months ago. The body was brought here for burial. ********* [bur. 12-08-1904/age 25 yrs./cause: typhoid fever]
VANE B. EELLS cemetery #63 Vane Eells, 78, of the Village of Mishicot, died Thursday afternoon at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a brief illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Mishicot Public Cemetery. Mr. Eells was born Sept 20, 1893, at Woukon, Iowa. He married Amanda Kvamme June 4, 1918. The couple resided in Jamestown, N.D., until 1937, coming to Mishicot. His wife preceded him in death in July of 1958. Survivors include two sons, Dale, of Mishicot and Burton, of Irvine, Calif.; two daughters, Mrs. Betty Baugniet and Mrs. June Richardson, of Manitowoc; a brother, Earl, of Jamestown, N.D.; 12 grandchildren and a great grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 28, 1972
HANNAH EGAN cemetery #43 RESIDENT OF CITY 67 YRS. DIES, AGED 70 Mrs. Hannah Egan Passes Away Today at Ripe Age Mrs. Hannah Egan, widow of the late William Egan and a pioneer resident of Manitowoc county, died at her home at 212 North Fifth street this morning after a protracted illness due to Bright's disease. Mrs. Egan had been in feeble health for a long time and for some time past had been confined to her home. Decedent was one of the early day residents of the county, having come here sixty-seven years ago when a babe of three years, Mrs. Egan being 70 years old at her death. She was born in County Cork, Ireland and when the family emigrated to America they resided in Massachusetts for a short time, later coming to Manitowoc county. Mrs. Egan is survived by five children, John S. Egan, this city, Dr. T. A. Egan, of Sturgeon Bay, James, Margaret and Frank Egan of this city. The funeral will be held at Sacred Heart church Monday morning with interment at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, May 21, 1915, Page 8 ******** Mrs. Thomas Meagher, Mrs. John Hussey, Mrs. J. Buschmann, Miss Margaret Kelley, Frank G. Smith and Robert Smith, Milwaukee, attended the funeral of Mrs. Egan here yesterday. Mrs. Mary Harte, Mrs. Charles Kidd, Mrs. James Harvey and D. Egan of Chicago, who attended the funeral of the late Mrs. Egan, have returned. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, May 25, 1915, Page 3
JOHN EGAN cemetery #43 JOHN EGAN, 66, ASSEMBLYMAN, DIES SUDDENLY Deceased Name: Assemblyman John Egan Manitowoc, Wis., Nov. 21 [Special]. -- Assemblyman John Egan, 66 years old, of the 1st district, died at his home here today following a heart attack which he suffered early in the morning. Until today he had not felt ill and during the week attended to his usual business affairs.He was elected assemblyman on the Republican ticket two years ago and was to have served until the end of the year. In the Nov. 3 election he was defeated by Otto Vogel, Progressive.Mr. Egan was a former state game warden, and his dismissal two years ago on half pay, against his wishes, caused much resentment among sportsmen's groups. The state board of personnel ruled his dismissal was unwarranted and recommended his reinstatement but the conservation commission rejected the recommendation. He is survived by his widow, two daughters, Frances and Mrs. Lowell Watson, Manitowoc, and a son. Chicago Tribune (IL) - November 22, 1942
KENWOOD S. EGAN cemetery #44 Funeral services for Kenwood S. Egan, 69, journalist and insurance underwriter who learned from active participation in both professions several years ago and who died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be Saturday. There will be a service at 8:30 a.m. at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and a Mass at 9 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. Radey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 8, 1960 ******* [bur. on John Egan lot]
MARJORIE K. EGAN cemetery #44 Mrs. Kenwood Egan, 78, of 913 Lincoln Blvd., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Kristaps Caune will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Egan, nee Marjory Kruger, was born July 31, 1893, at Rhinelander, Wis., daughter of the late Carl and Minnie Heller Kruger. She attended Rhinelander High School and Oshkosh Normal. She taught school at Appleton for two years. She was married to Kenwood Egan Jan. 3, 1918, at Rhinelander. Following their marriage they moved to Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1960. Survivors include two sisters, Mrs. R.M. Keister and Miss Mable Kruger of Laguna Beach, Calif. A son preceded her in death in the service in World War II. Friends may call at the funeral home after 11 a.m. Friday until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 7, 1971 ******** [d. 10-05-1971/age 78 yrs./widow of Kenwood S. Egan/bur. on John Egan lot] (31 Jul 1892/Oct 1971/SSDI)
VIOLA EGAN cemetery #43 Edward Nesbi? and Miss Julia Sullivan, of Chicago, Miss Emma Sullivan of Fond du Lac, Leo Groh of St. Nazianz, Miss Marie Sullivan of Kiel, Mrs. Catherine Sullivan and Erwin, Emma, and Genvieve Sullivan, who were here to attend the funeral of Mrs. Stephen Egan, have returned to their homes. The funeral was held yesterday morning. Services were at St. Boniface church and interment at Calvary cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. February 4, 1920 P. 3
WILLIAM EGAN cemetery #43 From Der Nord Westen, 22 Oct. 1896: Death on Thurs. last week in Manitowoc of Mr. W. Egan, of inflammation of the lower abdomen. His funeral took place Sat. at the Catholic Cemetery.
PATRICK EGEN cemetery #55 IN PROBATE Manitowoc County Court. In the matter of the estate of Patrick Eagan, deceased. To all whom it may concern: Letters of administration on said estate having been issued to Catharine Eagan on the 31st day of May A.D. 1869, and six months from and after said day being allowed and limited for creditors to present their claims for examination and allowance. Notice is hereby given, that the undersigned will, on the first Monday of each month, for six months from the date hereof, at the Probate office in the village of Manitowoc, in said county, receive, examine and adjust all claims and demands of all persons against said deceased. November 24, 1869 Geo. W. Barker, County Judge Geo. N. Woodin, Att'y for Plaintiff Manitowoc Pilot, February 10, 1870
ELLA L. EGGERS cemetery #89A Ella L. Eggers, age 94, a resident of the Hamilton Home, Two Rivers, died Monday, January 15, 2001, at the home. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 18, 2001, at Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Louis Sievert will officiate with burial at Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. She was born September 5, 1906, in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Edward E. and Ella Gruman Lahey. Ella was a graduate of Washington High School, Two Rivers, class of 1925. On November 12, 1932, she married George W. Eggers, in Two Rivers. He preceded her in death April 6, 1986. She was a life long resident of Two Rivers. She was employed in the bookkeeping dept. at Hamilton Industries, J.C. Penneys and the City Bakery and was a member of Our Savior Ladies Guild. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, a daughter-in-law, nine grandchildren, 16 great grandchildren; one brother and sister-in-law, one sister. She was preceded in death by a son, John Eggers; two brothers, Walter and Edward Lahey; three sisters, Nora Schmeichel, Myrtle Brocher, Augusta Lahey; and an infant sister, Ann. Friends may call at Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church, on Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Ella loved being a homemaker, wife, mother and grandmother and great grandmother She also liked playing cards with her friends and loved music. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends. Memorials may be made to Our Savior Ev. Lutheran Church. The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 17, 2001
FREDERICK EGGERS (d. 1910) cemetery #89A PIONEER DEAD AT TWO RIVERS Fred Eggers, Sr., founder of the Two Rivers Veneer Works, passed away this morning at 6 o’clock at the age of 79 years. Death was due to sickness resulting from old age and general debility. The funeral will be held Monday afternoon at Two Rivers. Two sons, Frank and Fred Jr. survive both of whom live in this city. Mr. Eggers was born and raised in Two Rivers, his parents being among the earliest settlers in this county. Manitowoc Daily Tribune, Saturday, March 05, 1910
HENRIETTE EGGERS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 7 May 1874: Death of Mrs. Henriette (Goldenstedt) Eggers on 1 May, wife of John C. Eggers. Age 34 years, mother of four children of which the oldest is 14 and the youngest 7. Burial on Monday.
JOHN EGGERS - MINNIE EGGERS cemetery #89A Died. Of liver complaint, at his residence on Washington street, Two Rivers, Dec. 23d, at 11 P.M., John Eggers, aged 68 years 10 months. --At the residence of Ernest Hammel, corner of Main and Jefferson streets, of scarletina typhoid fever, at 2 P.M., of the same day MINNIE, daughter of Wm. and grand-daughter of John Eggers, aged 15 years 5 months. A gloom was cast over our whole village when it was known that just upon the eve of approaching holiday festivities two of our number from the same household, one advanced in years, the other in her teens, but both a few days since enjoying good health and strength, had suddenly received the dread summons. The funeral of both at 2 P.M. ws numerously attended on Christmas day at the Congregational Church. Rev. C.W. Wilson officiating. Deacon Smith also made a few well-timed remarks at the church. John Eggers was born in Holstein, Germany, in 1805, came to Two Rivers in August, 1848, and we believe remained on a piece of land he entered near the Half-way House, on the Mishicott road, for five years. In 1852 he commenced work for Aldrich, Smith & Co., and has remained at his post as master-machanic [sic] of that firm and their successors, now styled the Two Rivers Manufacturing Company, ever since till his death. He was a man of few words, regular, clocklike habits, always in his place, never interfering with the affairs of others. He was a machinist of much more than common ability, a kind husband and father, and though not remarkable for sociability among his neighbors, being naturally taciturn and retiring, was universally respected and esteemed for his unimpeachable integrity, faithfulness and exact honesty. He was much attached to "his Minnie," as he affectionately styled her, she having become a member of his family some eight years ago, where she remained till a few days before her death. After eight years of mutual love and happy every day life, they hand in hand together pursue their way through the "dark valley" to that land where distinctions between age and youth are effaced. "In death they were not divided." Manitowoc Tribune, December 31, 1874, Vol. 21 No. 37, Page 8 Column 2
JOHN "SANDY" EGGERS cemetery #89D John G. Eggers, age 62, of 2421 Riverhills Road, Two Rivers, died Monday evening, March 18, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, March 21, 1996, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the service will be Rev. David Arndt with burial to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born February 13, 1934, in Two Rivers, son of Ella Lahey Eggers and the late George W. Eggers. John was a graduate of Washington High School with the class of 1952. On October 20, 1956, he married the former Joanne Melanson at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, Two Rivers. John began his work experience in the Two Rivers area as a commercial fisherman and machine shop owner and operator. He was also employed with Mirro Aluminum Company as a boat designer. This eventually led to the founding of E.V.M., Inc which manufactures auto racing equipment and safety related equipment for the boating industry. John was an avid restorer of antique gas engines, marine engines, and antique tractors. He was a member of the Rogers Street Fishing Village, member of the St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church Council. He was also involved in numerous boating committees including the American Boat and Yacht Council. Survivors include his wife, Joanne Eggers; his mother, Ella Eggers; two daughters and sons-in-law, (private); five grandchildren, (private); two sisters and brothers-in-law, (private); two sisters- in-law and brothers-in-law, (private); two brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, (private). Also surviving are nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends. Friends may call at the Klein and Stangel Funeral Home Wednesday evening from 4 until 8 p.m. and Thursday morning at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church from 10 a.m. until the time of service. John enjoyed sharing his career and many hobbies with his family and friends. Herald Times Reporter, March 1996
JOSEPH R. (JOBY) EGGERS cemetery #89A
Joseph R. (Joby) Eggers, of Two Rivers, died on his 99th birthday, Jan. 15, 2006, at Callaway Community Hospital in Fulton, Mo., where he was spending the winter months. Joby was born Jan. 15, 1907, in Two Rivers, the son of Dr. Joseph and Anne Nottage Eggers. A graduate of Washington High School in Two Rivers, he attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where was a member of Delta Chi Fraternity. He was married to Camilluss J. (Kay) Justus for 60 years. They were married on Dec. 22, 1945, after she returned from service (Army Nurse Corps.) in Europe with the U.S. Army and military government. They spent their entire married life living in Two Rivers in the home in which Joby was born. Joby joined what is now Eggers Industries in 1932, after a few years with the Hamilton Company. He was financial officer with Eggers for 42 years and held the office of secretary and treasurer. He continued to hold his position on the board of directors after his retirement. Joby enjoyed many sports and hobbies, including golf, bowling, curling, skiing, horseback riding, hunting and woodworking. Throughout his life he was especially fond of golf and he was one of the founding members of Branch River Country Club. He had a "hole in one" twice, the first when he was a teenager. Sports activities were never allowed to interfere with public service, however. Joby served five terms on the Two Rivers Board of Education, two as president. An original member of the Cooperative Educational Service Agency of Sheboygan, Manitowoc and Calumet Counties, he was on the board of controls for four years and served as chairman for a year. He served many years on the Waumegasako Council of the Boy Scouts of America and was a former president and re-cipient of the Silver Beaver Award. He served on the finance committee of the Manitou Girl Scout Council and was the recipient of the Thanks Badge. He was also a United Way board member. Joby was a member of the Lions club for a number of years and was a past president. A long-time member of the Two Rivers Elk Lodge 1380, he was a past exalted ruler and served as treasurer for many years. Joby served on the board of directors of the Two Rivers Savings and Loan, now known as North Shore Bank, for many years and was member of the advisory board until his death. He had been a member of Grace Congregational United Church of Christ since 1924. Survivors include his wife, a daughter and her husband, a son and his wife, and four grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, and sister-in-law, as well as a nephew and his wife. In addition, Joby had a shih tzu that he loved and called his "little girl." After giving up driving in 2004, he acquired a motorized scooter and could be seen daily taking his beloved FeFe for walks. He was preceded in death by a brother: Willott N. Eggers and brother-in-law: Dr. R.G. Strong, as well as several other in-laws. A memorial service will be held at Grace congregational United Church of Christ, 2801 Garfield St., Two Rivers, at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 19, 2006, with the Rev. Kim Henning officiating. Friends may greet the family at the Church from 4 until the time of service at 6 p.m. Burial of the cremated remains will take place in the family plot at Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels of Two Rivers is assisting the Eggers family with arrangementS. The family requests that, in lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the Waumegasako Boy Scout Council, Grace Congregatioflal United Church of Christ or the Shady Lane Nursing Care Center Endowment Fund, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter,Jan. 17, 2006
CAROLINE EGGERSTEDT cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 30 Apr. 1896: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 27 Apr.) Burial Sun. of the wife of farmer F. Eggerstedt at the Lutheran Cemetery. She died a few days ago at their residence about 1 mile from here. (Fred and Caroline are listed on the 1870 census along with children William, Fred, Emma & Charles.)
CHARLES EGGERSTEDT cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1901: Death Sat. in Two Rivers of 23-yr. old Charles Eggerstedt of consumption. His death occurred at the home of his parents. The funeral was held Mon. from the Lutheran Church.
FRED EGGERSTEDT (d. 1900) cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 31 May 1900: Fred Eggerstedt, whose parents reside a mile north of Two Rivers, died Mon. after along illness. The funeral was held in the Lutheran Church.
FRED EGGERSTEDT (d. 1918) cemetery #89A Fred Eggerstedt, a pioneer of the town of Two Rivers is dead at the age of 88 years. Death occurred at the home of his son there. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, April 24, 1918, Page 8 ******* PIONEER LIVED ON SAME FARM, T.R. FOR 46 YEARS In the death of Frederick Eggerstedt at Two Rivers, one of the pioneer residents of Manitowoc county passed away. Mr. Eggerstedt was 86 years at the time of his death which occurred on the farm home which he occupied for the past forty six years. Born in Meckelburg, Germany, he came to America in 1867, settling at Shoto, Manitowoc county, however, a few years later took up his homestead a few miles north of Two Rivers and for nearly half century lived on the same farm. His wife died a number of years ago, however, he remained with his son, William until the time of his death. Burial will take place Friday afternoon from the Lutheran church at Two Rivers. One son and one daughter survive. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, April 25, 1918, Page 5
AUGUST T. EGGERT cemetery #44 AUGUST EGGERT KILLED IN FALL AT SHIP YARDS (photo) Native of Manitowoc and a Former Member of the Police Force. Tragedy today halted the happy preparations for the holiday season at the Eggert home at 1615 Clark street, and anticipated joyousness of the season is turned to mourning as result of the death of August Eggert, husband and father, who was instantly killed at the yards of the Manitowoc Ship Building corporation at 10 this morning by a fall into the hold of the steamer Clemens Reiss, upon which he was at work. Mr. Eggert, who was formerly a member of the police department of the city and since 1908 had been employed at the shipyards, fell from the deck of the steamer to the hold, a distance of thirty or more feet. He was instantly killed when his head struck, causing a fracture at the base of the skull. When fellow workers reached Mr. Eggert it was apparent at a glance that death had been instantaneous and the body was conveyed to the yards hospital where it was cared for until arrival of an undertaker. Later the body was taken to the family home. WAS NATIVE OF CITY Mr. Eggert was a native of Manitowoc, having been born in the city July 6, 1859, sixty-two years ago. He had made his home here practically all his life and was well and favorably known. Mr. Eggert was appointed to the police force in 1901 and served nearly seven years in the department. After retirement he took up his work at the shipyard and had been constantly employed there since. Mr. Eggert was a fitter at the yards and was engaged in his usual work at the time of the fatal accident. LEAVES WIFE AND FAMILY Besides his wife Mr. Eggert is survived by two daughters and three sons, Miss Minnie and Mrs. Christ Nelson, this city; Arthur, who is in Denver; George, employed at the shipyards, and Harvey, who is employed with the Manitowoc Boiler Works Co. and who is at present in Canada on work for the company. NEWS IS A SHOCK The news of the death of Mr. Eggert, which spread over the city rapidly, came as a great shock to a large circle of friends who knew him as a man of upright character, a good citizen and a loyal friend. The sympathy of the communtiy will be extended the bereaved family. Funeral arrangements have not been completed. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, December 15, 1920 P.1 ******** Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Eggert have arrived from Denver, Colo., summoned by news of the death of Mr. Eggert's father, August Eggert. It is possible that Mr. and Mrs. Eggert will decide to make their future home in this city. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, December 18, 1920 P.3 ******** [bur. 12-19-1920/age 62 yrs/cause: industrial accident]
EDWARD J. EGGERT cemetery #44 Edward J. Eggert, 74, of 131 S. 14th St., Manitowoc, died at home (sentence unreadable) heart attack. Funeral services will be at 10 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Eggert was born Nov. 21, 1881, in Manitowoc, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Fred Eggert. He married Amanda Timm May 14, 1904. He resided in Manitowoc all his life. He was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. for 35 years prior to his retirement three years ago. He was a member of the Royal League for over 50 years and a member of the Carpenters and Joiners union, AF of L. He is survived by his wife; a brother, William, of Denver, Colo and a sister, Mrs. Paul Kohls, Sr., of Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after noon Friday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, June 20, 1956 P.21 ******** [d. 06-20-1956/age 74 yrs./bur. on Amanda Eggert lot-his wife]
ERWIN EGGERT cemetery #44 Irving, nine-year old son of Mr. and Mrs. August Eggert, Clark street, died early Sunday. The funeral will be held from the late home Tuesday afternoon. The bereaved family have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 25, 1910 P.1 ******** [cause: rheumatism]
ERWIN W. EGGERT cemetery #32 Erwin W. Eggert, age 87, of Two Rivers, died early Saturday morning, May 24, 1997, at North Ridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, May 27, 1997, at St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate at the service with entombment to follow at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum, town of Kossuth. He was born January 14, 1910, in the town of Gibson, son of the late Rudolph and Augusta Goertz Eggert. He attended schools in the town of Gibson. On November 6, 1934, he married Florence Sincoular in the town of Gibson. Erwin farmed in the town of Two Rivers for many years. Survivors include his wife, Florence; one son and daughter-in-law, one grandson, one great~grandson. He was preceded in death by one brother, Paul. Friends may call at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 9 a.m. Tuesday until the time of service at 11 a.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. Memorials may be made to St. John’s Evangelical Lutheran Church. Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, May 25, 1997
FAYE EGGERT cemetery #64 From Der Nord Westen, 17 Mar. 1904: Death Fri. of one of the twin daughters of Gust Eggert in Two Rivers, of convulsions. The child was 6 mos. old. (Note: This article was in error. On the birth index, the two Eggert twins were Faye and Floyd, both born Feb. 2, 1904. On the death index Faye died Mar. 11, 1904 so the age is incorrect also in the newspaper.
FLORA EGGERT cemetery #64 From Der Nord Westen, 27 Feb. 1908: Death in Holy Family Hospital, where she had been brought six hours earlier, of Mrs. Flora Eggert of Two Creeks on Saturday afternoon at age 26. She is survived by her husband.
FRIEDA EGGERT cemetery #44 Mrs. Frieda Eggert, 89, widow of the late August Eggert, former member of the Manitowoc police department, died early today at the home of a daughter, Mrs. Christ Nelson, of 1523 Marshall street, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 3:30 p.m. Saturday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Born Frieda Spiegel in this city in 1858, the deceased was married to Mr. Eggert about 67 years ago. He died 26 years ago after having retired form the police force. Surviving are two daughters, Mrs. Christ Nelson of this city and Mrs. August Hobus of Milwaukee, one son, Arthur of Colorado; a sister, Mrs. Lew Russell of Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren and three great grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home this evening and until the time of services Saturday afternoon. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, July 9, 1948 P.2 ******** [d. 07-09-1948/age 89 yrs./bur. on August Eggert lot]
GUSTAV EGGERT cemetery #64 From Der Nord Westen, 30 Aug. 1894: Death last week, in the hospital, of Gustav Eggert, a resident of Mishicott. He died of blood poisoning as a result of an open wound being infected from a “snotsick” (rotzkranken) horse.
RUDOLPH EGGERT cemetery #30 Rudolph Eggert (?/the first part is missing) in the church cemetery. Mr. Eggert was born Nov. 20, 1875, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late William and Johanna Schultz Eggert. He attended district schools and farmed his entire life. He married the former Augusta Goertz May 24, 1905, in the Town of Gibson. Survivors include his wife, two sons, Paul, on the home farm and Erwin, of Rt. 2, Two Rivers; two brothers, William, of Appleton and the Rev. Paul Eggert, of Rt. 3, Kaukauna; and a grandson. Four brothers and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, until 10 a.m. Tuesday where the body will lie in state until time of service.
WILHELM EGGERT cemetery #30 William Eggert, aged 75, passed away at his home here Wednesday of last week. The death was due to infirmities of old age. He is survived by a widow and ten children. The burial was held at the Lutheran cemetery at Zanders, Sunday. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, August 02, 1917, Page 4
