[ FE ] OBITUARIES
AGNES FECTEAU cemetery #32
Agnes Fecteau, age 84, of Two Rivers, died Wednesday afternoon, May 3, 1995, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 6, 1995, at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Paul Schumacher will officiate with entombment at Knollwood Chapel Mausoleum. She was born January 20, 1911, in Red Lake Falls, Minn., daughter of the late John and Elizabeth Zins Johanneck. She attended schools in Red Lake Falls, Minn. She married Elmer Fecteau June 8, 1934, in Two Rivers. She was employed with Hamilton Manufacturing Company, Boehringer Oil and Fuel Company and Two Rivers Savings Bank as a teller. She was very active in the Ladies of Holy Redeemer and the St. Vincent DePaul Society. (Survivors omitted for privacy) She was preceded in death by three brothes and one sister. Friends may call at the Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels from 5-8 p.m. Friday. A prayer service will be held at 7:15 Friday. In lieu of flowers memorials of the donor’s choice would be appreciated.
CLARA FECHTER cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 11 Mar. 1909: After many months of terrible illness, death has released Mrs. Clara Fechter from her pain. Mrs. Fechter, widow of the late Geo. W. Fechter, was born 1835 in Germany and came to America as a young lady, spending the greater portion of her life as a resident of our city. She was well-known and highly respected here… She is survived by 4 sons, 3 daughters, and a host of grandchildren. Her funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2 o’clock
MATHIAS FEDERSPIEL cemetery #21 Name: Federspiel, Mathias D.: 4/5/1873 B.: Reg. D.: 1/22/1875 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 20 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: St. Nazianz Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Peter Mutz Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: 163 *************** Mathias –Oschwald Brother (June 2, 1852-April 5, 1873 –born Wisconsin)
MRS. FEDERSPIEL cemetery #21 From Der Nord Westen, 23 Jan. 1902: Mrs. Federspiel of St. Nazianz has died there at the advanced age of 96.
MARIA URSULA FEHRENBACH cemetery #9 From Der Nord Westen, 31 Dec. 1896: Death of Mrs. Maria Ursula Fehrenbach in the home of her son-in-law Edward Kohn in Centerville. She was the widow of Anton Fehrenbach who died 14 yrs. ago. She suffered for several weeks with a heavy cold from which she never recovered and died at 6 a.m. Mon. morning, at age 78. The funeral is taking place this morning at 10 a.m. at the Catholic Church in Centerville. Professor William Dejalle will provide the requiem. The deceased was born in Belikan, Canton Aargau, Switzerland, married in 1850 and came to American with her husband in 1852. They settled in Centerville Village which has been their home for over 40 yrs. She leaves 7 children, in good circumstances, 34 grandchildren, and 14 great-grandchildren. 4 of her children live Menomenee, Mich. – Mrs. Leisen, Mrs. Herrmann, Joseph and John Fehrenbach; 2 live in Chilton – Mrs. Gallogly and Mrs. John Berger; and Mrs. Edward Kohn lives here in Centerville.
ANNA MARIA E.L. FEHRING cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 05 Sept. 1895: Death Wed. morning of Mrs. Anna Maria Fehring of Manitowoc, widow of the late Heinrich Friedrich Fehring. The deceased was born 01 Apr. 1824 in Bohmte, Amt Wittlage, Hanover, and leaves 3 grown sons. The funeral will take place Sat. afternoon at 2 p.m. in the city cemetery.
HEINRICH FRIEDRICH FEHRING cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 07 Oct. 1886: Mr. Fehring who was well known locally died Sun. in Town Rapids. His body was buried yesterday.
LOUISE FEHRING cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 19 July 1888: Death last Thurs. evening, about 11 o’clock, of little 6 yr. old Louise Fehring, daughter of W. Fehring. The funeral took place Sun. afternoon at Evergreen Cemetery, attended by a large number of relatives and acquaintances. Pastor Pieper of the Evangelical Lutheran Congregation delivered the funeral oration. ****** [cause: inflamation of the bowels]
ANNA FEHRMAN cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1893: Death on Wed. evening of Anna Fehrmann, daughter of Mr. A. Fehrmann, of consumption. The deceased who was 19 yrs. 5 mos. old, will be buried Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery.
AUGUST FEHRMAN cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 29 Aug. 1895: Death Wed. morning of 66 yr. old August Fehrmann, of a heart illness. The deceased, who belonged among the oldest settlers of Town Newton, for the last 3 yrs. has resided in Manitowoc. He served during the war in the 26th Wisconsin Volunteer Regiment. In addition to his widow, he leaves 6 grown children of whom 4 are married. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon at 3 p.m. in the city cemetery. ******** [cause: heart disease]
HARVEY L. FEHRMAN From Der Nord Westen, 18 Oct. 1906: A 6-mo. old child of Washington Street resident Ernst Fehrmann here died on Friday last week. ******** [bur. 10-14-1906/age 6 mo./cause: cholera infantum]
ERNST FEHRMANN cemetery #70 From Der Nord Westen, 23 Nov. 1882: Ernst Fehrmann of Newton died last Mon. after a younger man named Schroeder kicked him in the head in a fight. (longer article)
JOHN GOTTLOB FEHRMANN cemetery #71 Name: Fehrmann, John Gottlob D.: 12/22/1872 B.: 6/17/1798 Reg. D.: 7/1/1873 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 74 Yrs. 6 Mo. 5 Da. B.P.: Kgdm. Saxony D.P.: Newton Cem.: St. Paul's Churchyard Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Apoplexy Add Info.: Farmer Pg. #:
GUSTAVE FEHRS cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 13 Jan. 1898 Gustave Fehrs closed his eyes for the last time Tues. morning. He was born 18 Aug 1829 in Halberstadt in the Prussian Province of Saxony. He learned the watchmaker profession and after his marriage, emigrated to America in 1854. He spent one year in the eastern states, coming to Manitowoc in 1855 where he has been a resident for the last 44 years. Despite problems - he lost several children and sustained a leg amputation - he cheerfully persevered and was counted among the eminent German citizens of our city. He is survived by his widow and three children: Mr. G.A. Fehrs, who took over hs father's business sometime ago, Mrs. White in Antigo and Mrs. Haukohl in Milwaukee. The funeral will take place tomorrow at 2 p.m. from the funeral home on 8th Street.
EMMA FEICHTNER cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 01 Dec. 1892: Death on Sun. morning after a long illness with consumption of Miss Emma Feichtner. Burial was Tuesday.
ANNA FEILE cemetery #84 Mrs. M. Feile, 75, Dies Wednesday The death of Mrs. Mathias Feile, 75, occurred Wednesday afternoon shortly before six o’clock at her home on Fourth street. Her demise was due to a paralytic stroke. She had enjoyed good health up to the close of the year. Mrs. Feile, nee Anna Amalia Edens, was born in Neunkirchen, Holstein, Germany, on Feb. 18, 1853. At the age of seven years, she came with her parents to America, settling in the village of New Holstein. Here she lived until the time of her marriage on Sept. 2, 1870, to Mathias Feile, when the couple moved to the farm now occupied by Gustave Grabs east of Kiel. This farm they occupied until 1905, when they moved to Kiel. Ten children were born to the couple, three of whom preceded their mother in death. The surviving children are Mrs. Emma Anold, Mrs. Johanna Duecker, and Mrs. Ella Reineck, of this city; Rudolph Feile of Kiel; Robert of Reedsville; William of Philadelphia; and Henry, of Kewaunee. No sisters or brothers survive. Nine grandchildren and several great-grandchildren remain. For the past 15 years Mrs. Feile made a home for her granddaughter Elsie, who was made an orphan in her infancy. In 1929 Mr. and Mrs. Feile observed their golden wedding anniversary. The deceased was a charter member of the Kiel Frauenverein. Funeral services, in charge of the Rev. Otto Saewert, will be held Saturday afternoon at half past one at the Feile home, and at two o’clock at the Reformed church, with interment at the Rockville cemetery. - January 1928
HELEN FEILE cemetery #84 Mrs. Robert C. Feile, 85, formerly of Reedsville, died Sunday night at Memorial Hospital in Appleton. She had been living in Appleton with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Beilke. The former Helen Fluhr was born Dec. 2, 1876, in the Town of Schleswig, a daughter of the late Frederick and Katherine Balz Fluhr. She was married Nov. 17, 1898, to Robert C. Feile. The couple spent most of their married life at Reedsville. Mrs. Feile was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary and of the Women’s Guild of Friedens Evangelical and Reformed Church, Reedsville. Surviving are a son, Hugo, of Manitowoc; a daughter, Mrs. Edwin Beilke, Appleton; four grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs. John Henschel and Mrs. William Kriegelstein, both of Kiel, and Mrs. Fred Steffen, Wausau; and two brothers, Edwin of New Holstein and John, Chilton. Her husband and two daughters preceded her in death. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Friedens Evangelical and Reformed Church, Reedsville. The Rev. Lloyd Fried will officiate and burial will be in the Schleswig cemetery.
JOHANNA FEIN cemetery #67 From Der Nord Westen, 17 May 1900: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 15 May) Mrs. Johanna Fein, widow of Adolph Fein who died two years ago, has died here Thurs. evening, 10 May and was buried Sun., 13 May at the Saxonburg cemetery. She reached the age of 82 and is survived by her only daughter, Sophie.
WILLIAM FEISTEL cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 08 Jan. 1903: Death Mon. of the 9-yr. old son of Geo. Feistel in Two Rivers. The boy suffered a chill after ice skating which was complicated with asthma and heart problems. The funeral will be held this afternoon.
ROSE E. VALENTA FEIT (Feit is 2nd husband) Cemetery #26 From the Herald Times Reporter Tuesday, July 15, 2003 Rose E. Feit Rose E. Feit, age 94, formerly of Kellnersville, died Saturday, July 12, 2003 at Parkview Manor Nursing Home, Green Bay. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 16, 2003 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. Monsignor Robert Gulig will officiate at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow in the parish cemetery. Rose was born Nov. 8, 1908 at Rosecrans, daughter of the late John and Rose Snorek Sladkey. She was married to Albert Valenta Sr. on June 3, 1930 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. He preceded her in death Dec. 1, 1966. She then married Frank Feit on Oct. 17, 1970 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Kellnersville. He preceded her in death Feb. 13, 1982. Rose enjoyed gardening, playing cards, square dancing, cooking and baking. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, the Rosary Society and the Western Fraternal Life Association. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Preceded in death by her first husband: Albert Valenta Sr. in 1966; her second husband: Frank Feit on Feb. 13, 1982; a daugher: Dorothy Rabas; son-in-law : LeRoy Skarivoda; grandson: Gary Valenta; two brothers and sisters-in-law: William (Norma) Sladkey and John (Mary) Sladkey; four sisters and three brothers-in-law: Christina Sladkey; Helen and Frank Wranovsky; Tillie and Edwin Krish; and Anna and Ed Kralovetz; and a stepgranddaughter: Barbara Koeppel. Relatives and friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday at The Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and on Wednesday at the church from 9:30 a.m. to the time of service. A parish prayer service will be held Tuesday evening at 7:30 p.m. led by Sister Marlene Greatens. The family would like to offer a special thank you to the staff of Harmony Home-Denmark, and Parkview Manor, Green Bay, for their care and compassion. CHARLOTTE FELBEL cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 21 Jan. 1897: Death Wed. of Charlotte Felbel after a long and difficult illness of stomach cancer, at the residence of her sister, Mrs. Fr. Bliesener in Manitowoc. The deceased, who was 62 yrs. of age, was born in Schlave in the Province of Pomerania. Her funeral will take place this afternoon in the city cemetery.
JOHANN FELBER cemetery #22 Name: Felbert, Johannes D.: 7/18/1863 B.: Reg. D.: 9/2/1869 Sex: M Age at Death: 2 1/2 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: Eaton Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: 17 ************** (Likely the son of Joseph Felber and Margaretha Haller)
JOSEPH FELBER cemetery #22 Name: Felber, Joseph D.: 5/31/1870 B.: Reg. D.: 11/28/1870 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 12 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: Cato Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: 91 ************ Joseph (child –Sept. 11, 1858-May 31, 1870 son of Joseph Felber and Margaretha Haller [Joseph and Margaretha are buried at Holy Trinity Kasson Cemetery, Town of Maple Grove -Joseph March 24, 1824-Nov. 30, 1883 Margaretha Sept. 22, 1831-Feb. 28, 1912]–born Town of Maple Grove)
SON OF JOHN FELDMANN cemetery #43a From Der Nord Westen, 28 Sep. 1899: Death on Mon. of the 1-yr. 9-mo. old son of John Feldmann here. The funeral was yesterday at the Polish Cemetery.
ANNA K.F. FELDSIEN cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 13 Feb. 1879: Death of Mrs. Anna Katharina Friederike Feldsiehn at 3am on 07 Feb. in Branchmills. She was the wife of Mr. Heinrich Feldsiehn who was taken by a stroke on 31 Jan. She was born in Eutin, Oldenburg. She emigrated to Two Rivers in 1847. In the year 1850 her first husband Hans Detleff Dunke and her son Thomas Dunke, both died within one day. She remarried in 1857 to Heinrich Feldsiehn, lived in Two Rivers and Mishicott, and for the last 7 years in Branchmills where her husband had a store. A son from the first marriage, about 20 years of age, lives in Cal. and came home to visit his mother during her illness. The deceased was 62 years of age. Interment was last Monday in Two Rivers.
HENRY FELDSIEN cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 25 Mar. 1880: Death of merchant Henry Feldsien last Mon. in Branch Mills.
ROSALIE FELEY cemetery #62 From Der Nord Westen, 25 Jan. 1900: (From the correspondent in Mishicott, 22 Jan.) Mrs. R. Felley died today. She had been ill for a long time but has always been up and about. This time she was in Two Rivers when she began to feel worse and asked to be taken home. Her relatives there took her to F. Ruelle who sent for her son who was a few hours away. She died before the son could be summoned. She was 54 and leaves 6 mostly grown children. Her husband had preceded her in death several years ago.
PETER FELLER cemetery #72 From Der Nord Westen, 02 Dec. 1897: Death of 78 yr. old Peter Feller on Thurs. at the home of his son-in-law Charles Duveneck in Newton. He leaves 6 grown children. The funeral was Mon. at the cemetery near St. Peter's Church in Newton.
CHRIST FELTEN cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 12 Nov. 1891: Death of 71 yr. old Christian Felten on Sat. The deceased, who is an old resident of our city, leaves a widow who is also of advanced age. His burial took place Tuesday.
CATHARINE FENDER cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 10 March 1898 Death Tues. of the widow Catharine Fender at the age of 79 yrs. 10 mos. of old age debility. The deceased, who is survived by a married daughter, will be buried tomorrow afternoon.
MARIE FENLON cemetery #16 Mrs. John (Marie) Fenlong, 90, formerly of 124 Cherry Ave., Francis Creek, died Thursday evening, June 27, 1991, at North Ridge Care Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, and 10 a.m. at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Rev. Donald Schneider will officiate with burial to follow in St. James Cemetery, Cooperstown. The former Marie Hessel was born August 26, 1900, in Francis Creek, daughter of the late Frank and Margaret Blummel Hessel. On October 20, 1926, she was married to John G. Fenlon at St. Anne's Catholic Church, Francis Creek. Together Mr. and Mrs. Fenlon owned and operated Fenlon's Grocery in Cooperstown from 1930, retiring in 1971. The couple moved to Francis Creek in 1977. She was a member of St. Anne's Catholic Church and St. James Christian Mothers Society, Cooperstown. Survivors include her husband, John of Francis Creek; a son and daughter-in-law, two daughters and sons-in-law, 10 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren and two great great grandchildren. She was also survived by brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law; nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a grandson, Jeff Landt, four sisters and two brothers. Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, June 29, 1991
FREDERICKA FENSKE Name: Fenskow, Friedricka D.: 5/10/1871 B.: 10/25/1810 Reg. D.: 8/14/1871 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 60 Yrs. 6 Mo. 16 Da. B.P.: Prussia D.P.: Liberty Cem.: Trinity Cem. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Chas. Wagner Spouse: John Fenskow F.: -----Kroeger M.: -----Kroeger Cause of Death: Apoplexy Pg. #: 104 ************** (Friederika L./born Kroeger/wife of John Fenske/b. 25 Oct. 1810, Prussia/ d. 10 May 1871/cause: apoplexy) (Trinity Lutheran ch. has her as Fenskow)
MARIA FENSKE cemetery #40 Name: Fenkow?, Mary D.: 7/7/1869 B.: 1/7/1846 Reg. D.: 9/17/1869 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 23 Yr. 6 Mo. B.P.: Mecklenburg, Germ. D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem.: Trinity Cem. Tn. Liberty Ch.: Inf. & Address: Chas. Wagner, Luth. Min. Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: ******** (Maria born Schnell/wife of August Fenske/b. 7 Jan. 1846/d. 7 July 1869/age 23 yr. 6 mo.) Marie Fenskow nee Schnell/p. Joh. Schnell and deceased Luise Schnell/m. in 1866 to August Fenskow/d. 7 July 1869 in childbed) (Note: The birth year on the stone may have been mis-read)
NATHAN FENTON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, April 30, 1874 Death of Nathan Fenton, an old settler, on Sunday night or Monday morning. His body was found in his bed in the Williams House. Death attributed to heavy drink. ************ The Manitowoc County Chronicle Two Rivers Wisconsin June 1, 1875 The grave of Nat (sic) Fenton, in the Manitowoc cemetery, is to be marked by a monument. The funds for that purpose are nearly if not quite all scribed. Every one who knew Nat Fenton liked him, and although like us all he had some defects, yet he is remembered for his good qualities alone, and the liberal contributions for his appointment by those who knew him, show how much he was esteemed by them.
GENOVEFA FERENBACH cemetery #21 From Der Nord Westen, 26 July 1906: (From the correspondent in St. Nazianz) Miss Genovesa Fehrenbach died on the 18th at age 50 following a long illness. The funeral was Thursday from the Gregorius Church. She leaves a sister, Mrs. Maria Merz.
LESTER J. FERRY cemetery #89C
Lester J. Ferry, age 71 of Two Rivers, died unexpectedly Friday evening, October 26, 2001 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 10 a m. on Tuesday Oct 30, 2001 at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the Two Rivers VFW and American Legion Posts. Lester was born July 18, 1930, in Two Rivers, son of the late Earl and Marie Sladky Ferry. He attended school in Two Rivers. On December 22, 1947 he entered the United States Army and served during the Korean Conflict, until 1951. He was a member of the 24th Infantry Division, 1st. Battalion. 21st Regiment and Company B. He received numerous service metals(sic), including the Combat Infantry Badge, United Nations Service Medal, Korean Service Medal, Army of Occupation Medal, the Good Conduct Medal, and a Bronze Star. On September 12, 1953, he was married to Rose Ott, at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. The couple celebrated 48 years of marriage this past September. Lester was employed with Kornely Dairy for 21 years, and later with Kelvinator Co. of Manitowoc. He also worked part-time at E. V. M. after his retirement. Lester was a member of the Two Rivers VFW Post #1248; he enjoyed time spent with family, friends, and especially his grandkids. He will be greatly missed by his family. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Stacy, three brothers, Alvin, Richard, and Raymond, and one sister, Sandy Ouradnik. Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5-8 p.m. on Monday evening, and after 9 a.m. on Tuesday, until leaving for the church at 9:45 a.m. A parish prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home, led by Sr. Dorothy. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 28, 2001
ROSE M. FERRY cemetery #89C
Rose M. Ferry, age 72, of Two Rivers, died early Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10 am. on Friday, April 12, 2002 at St. Mark Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Larry Seidl, with burial to follow in Forest View Cemetery, Two Rivers. Rosie was born June 11, 1929 in Two Rivers, the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose Ruder Ott. She attended St. Mark Parochial School and Two Rivers Washington High School, graduating with the class of 1947. On Sept. 12, 1953 she married Lester J. Ferry at St. Mark Catholic Church. He preceded her in death Oct. 26, 2001, Rose was employed at the Metal Ware Corp. for several years and in 1959 began working at Paragon Electric Co., where she worked for 39 years, retiring in 1998. After her retirement she worked part-time at Evans of Two Rivers, until the present time. She was a lifelong member of St. Mark Parish, where she was an active member of the Ladies of St. Mark. She enjoyed time spent with her children and grandchildren. (Survivors omitted for privacy) In addition to her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by a granddaughter: Stacy; and three brothers: Oscar, Harold and Arthur Ott. Relatives and friends may call at the Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday evening and after 9 a.m. on Friday until leaving for the church at 9:45 a.m. A parish wake service will be held at 7:30 and p.m. Thursday at the funeral home, led by Sister Dorothy Wagner. The Ferry family would like to extend a hearrjèlt thank you to the doctors, nurses and entire staff of the critical care unit of Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the excellent care and compassion given to Rosie and her family. Rosie was truly a loving mom, grandma and friend to many. She will be greatly missed by her family. Herald Times Reporter, April 10, 2002
ALEXIA M. FESSLER cemetery #43 The following sent in by a researcher, see contributors page: Alexia M. FESSLER, age 85,formerly of 1901 Waldo Blvd, Manitowoc, who was currently residing at 1480 N. 7th St Manitowoc,WI, died Sunday morning, Sept 24,1995 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Family funeral services will be held at 2pm Tuesday at St Michael's Catholic Church, Whitelaw. Rev. Richard Heymen will officaite at the Mass of Christian Burial with burial to follow in the Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born Alexia Marie Meyer, Jan. 14, 1910, in St Nazianz, WI to the late Peter and Rose Schnurr Meyer. She married Peter Fessler Sept 1, 1938. The couple settled in Manitowoc after their marriage. Mr. Fessler preceded her in death on April 4, 1983. Survivors include one and and daughter in law, a daughter, five grandchildren, one great grandson, four sisters, and other relatives and friends. The Pfeffer Funeral Home,Manitowoc assisted the family with funeral arrangements.
ANTON FESSLER cemetery #47 From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1904: 17-yr. old Anton Fessler died of a stroke New Year's Day in his mother's residence at Silver Lake. In addition to his mother he is survived by several sisters. The funeral was held Mon. morning at the cemetery at Silver Lake.
ANTONIUS FESSLER cemetery #21 From Der Nord Westen, 16 Dec. 1897: Death in St. Nazianz on Thurs., of Joseph Fessler at the age of 85 yrs. 8 mos. 10 days. The deceased resided with his son, Anton Fessler in St. Nazianz. ******* From St. Nazianz researcher/see contributors page: Anton (March 31, 1812-Dec. 11, 1897 –husband of Francisca nee Kunzweiler -married in 1835 –son of Johann George Fessler and Francisca Maurer –brother to George [1800-1873] –farmer born Oberhausen, Freiburg, Baden –died from "cerrhosis of the liver")
GEORGE FESSLER cemetery #57 Husband of Luella nee Rautmann [married May 8, 1912 at St. Gregory -Luella is the daughter of Julius Rautmann and Louise Wilke and was born in Town of Meeme on Nov. 29, 1893 -she died in March of 1979 and is buried at Holy Trinity Cemetery, School Hill] -son of Anton Fessler [1844-1916] and Lutrine Grotzinger photographer, purchases gallery in St. Nazianz in 1912 "Following their marriage, they resided for 36 years at St. Nazianz, where Mr. Fessler had a photograph gallery and also operated a filling station. Following his heart attack and being confined to a wheelchair most of the time, they built their new home in School Hill in 1959, especially designed for wheelchair use.") -born Silver Lake, Town of Manitowoc Rapids -died from "acute coronary occlusion, generalized arteriosclerosis and old age -paralysis of the lower extremites") (from researcher of St. Gregory church records/see contributors page), ossw:
REV. GEORGIUS FESSLER cemetery #46 From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1885: Death of Rev. Geo. Fessler, pastor of the Catholic Congregation in Silbersee, last Thurs. He was buried last Sat. in a ceremony lead by the Archbishop. He was only 35 years old. (Note: This is the only Rev. George Fessler I have. The date is right but his age is wrong)
JOSEPH FESSLER Cemetery #21 (Sent in by relative, see contributors page) The obit says Carl..but mom said that they always knew him as Joe..she wondered if perhaps his middle name was Joseph..but this is the correct person. MANITOWOC EVENING TIMES September 14,1942 FESSLER (edited for possible living persons) Carl Fessler Sr. , 81, pioneer resident of the town of Eaton, died Monday at the Holy Family hospital following a short illness. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 9:30am from the St. Gregory's Catholic Church at St. Nazianz. Interment will be in the village cemetery. Mr. Fessler was born in Germany in 1860 and when a boy, accompanied his parents to this country. The family settled at St Nazianz and later moved to the homestead farm two miles south of the village. As a young man, he worked six years at the Holy Family convent at Silver Lake. In 1891, he married Margaret Meyer and they moved to the farm home at Eaton. Mrs. Meyer died two years ago. Survivors are five sons, two daughters, and 19 grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the Fessler home.
MARGARET FESSLER Cemetery #21 Sent in by a relative, see contributors page: (edited for possible living persons. transcription says 1871, obit says 1861...1861 matches her age.) MANITOWOC HERALD October 15, 1940 Mrs. Joseph Fessler, 79, of Eaton, died last night at the Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be held Saturday at 9:30a.m from the St. Gregory's Catholic Church in St. Nazianz with interment in the church cemetery. Mrs. Fessler, nee Margaret Meyer, was born in Eaton in 1861 and in 1891, was married to Joseph Fessler. They located on the homestead farm, a short distance south of St. Nazianz. Survivors are the widower: five sons, two daughters, two brothers, three sisters. Mrs. Fessler was a member of the Christian Mothers, who will meet at the home Friday evening to recite the rosary.
MARY FESSLER cemetery #21 Rites Held Tuesday For Mrs. Carl Fessler. Funeral services for Mrs. Carl Fessler, 73, were held Tuesday morning from St. Gregory's Catholic church in St. Nazianz. Mrs. Fessler died at Holy Family hospital Saturday. The former Mary Himmelsbach, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Himmelsbach of St. Nazianz, was born February 20, 1882, in the town of Schleswig. She was married to Carl Fessler in St. Nazianz in 1904. The couple lived in St. Nazianz for several years after their marriage and then moved to a farm two miles west of the village. In 1942 the couple retired from the farm and moved back to St. Nazianz. Mrs. Fessler was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and the Christian Mothers' society of the St. Gregory church. She and her husband celebrated their golden wedding anniversary June 6, 1954. She is survived by her husband; three daughters, Mrs. William Bushman, Osman; Mrs. Ira Holmer, Minneapolis; Mrs. Clarence Brill, New Holstein. Also eight grandchildren and one great-grandchild. (Sept. 29, 1955) ********* Wife of Carl [1879-1961] –married June 7, 1904 at St. Gregory daughter of Joseph Himmelsbach and Cresentia Sailor –born Town of Schleswig –died from "internal hemorrhage due to cirrhosis of liver, myocardial failure, pulmonary congestion")
MATHIAS FESSLER Cemetery #21 Sent in by a relative, see contributors page: (Edited for possible living persons) October 1973 Mathias Fessler, 81, of Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at the Manitowoc Health Center. He was born Dec 21, 1891 in the Town of Eaton, a son of the late Joseph and Margreth Meyer Fessler. Survivors are three brothers and two sisters. Funeral services will be held at 9:15am Thursday at the Christianson- Deja Funeral Home at St Nazianz and at 9:30 am at St. Gregory Church, St. Nazianz. The Rev. Cyril Dickrell SDS, pastor, will be celebrant of the funeral Mass. Burial will be in the parish cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home after 4pm today. The Rosary will be recited there at 8pm.
PETER FESSLER Cemetery #43 Sent in by a relative, see contributors page: (edited for possible living people) MANITOWOC HERALD REPORTER April 4, 1983 Peter Fessler,77 of 1205 Green Street. Manitowoc, Wisconsin, died late Monday evening, April 4, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. A requiem memorial Mass will be held at 10 am Thursday at St. Joseph Chapel, 1825 S. Riverside Drive, Green Bay. The Rev. Edward Bujarski will officiate and private family commital services will be held Wednesday afternoon at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Fessler was born Jan 21, 1906 at St. Nazianz, son of the late Joseph (also known as Carl) and Margaret Meyer Fessler. He married Alexia Meyer Sept 1, 1938 and after marriage, the couple resided in Manitowoc. Mr. Fessler had been employed by the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company for 48 years, retiring in 1974. Survivors include his wife, a son and daughter in law, a daughter, a brother, a sister, and five grandchildren. A sister, Mary and three brothers, Matt, Joseph and Frank preceded him in death. There will be no visitation. Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc is in charge of funeral arrangements.
FRANK E. FETZER cemetery #44
Frank E. Fetzer, age 59, of Manitowoc, died early Sunday morning, November 24, 1996, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, November 27, 1996, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home and 11 am. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born June 4, 1937, in the town of Kossuth, Manitowoc County, son of the late Frank J. and Nora Holsen Fetzer. He attended St. Anne’s School in Francis Creek and was a graduate of Mishicot High School in 1954, being class president. On July 6, 1963, he married the former Janet A. Westphal at St. Paul Catholic Church. Rev. Clement P. Kern presided at the marriage of the couple. The couple resided in the city of Manitowoc since their marriage. Frank started his employment with the Hamachek Company as an automobile insurance salesman and soon began his career in auto sales working in various positions as used car manager, sales manager and sales at Hamachek, Lauson Chevrolet and currently Maritime Ford. Frank enjoyed camping with his family and friends. He had a beautiful singing voice and enjoyed singing country music and playing his guitar, especially around the campfire. Frank also sang with the Meistersingers Guild in the 1950’s. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his mother-in-law and father-in-law and two brothers-in-law. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday where a prayer service will be held at 6 p.m. by Deacon Ken Nelesen. Frank was a loving husband, father and grandfather who enjoyed spending time with his family. We will remember his hearty laugh and ever so kind heart. Frank will be sadly missed by his family, friends and co-workers. Herald Times Reporter, no date.
FRANZ FETZER cemetery #39 From Der Nord Westen, 16 Feb. 1888 Death last Sat. (11 Feb.) near Branch Mills, of Mr. Franz Fetzer, one of the oldest and best known farmers of our county. The deceased was the last of the widely known and respected Fetzer brothers. He leaves a grieving widow and five grown children. Burial took place on Tues., 14 Feb., in the Catholic Cemetery in Town Kossuth.
MARGARETHA FETZER cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 27 July 1882: The 60-year old widow of Mr. Peter Fetzer of Manitowoc Rapids died last Sat. night
AUGUSTE KAROLINE FEUERPFEIL cemetery #44 Name: Feuerpfeil, Auguste D.: 1/16/1877 B.: Reg. D.: 12/27/1877 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 4 Mo. 9 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. F. A. O. Pieper Spouse: F.: Wm. Feuerpfeil M.: Auguste Will Cause of Death: Cramps Pg. #: 237
C.H. FRIEDRICH FEUERPFEIL cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 21 July 1892: Death, by drowning, of Friedrich Feuerpfeil, bookkeeper for the firm of Schütte Bros. The deceased, who was about 24 yrs. old, went swimming with friends last Tues. at Stuempge's Lake. He jumped into the water from a boat, got cramps, and drowned before the others could save him. His body was found yesterday morning. The funeral will take place tomorrow afternoon. ******* [cause: drowned]
FREDERICK FEUERPFEIL cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 17 May 1900: Death Mon. of a 3-yr. old son of Mr. W. Feuerpfeil here after an illness of only a week. The funeral took place yesterday afternoon. ******** [bur. 05-16-1900/cause: broncho pneumonia]
PAULINE FEUERPFEIL cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 24 Mar. 1904: Death Mon. after a long illness of Miss Paula Feuerpfeil, daughter of Mr. C. Feuerpfeil here, at the age of 23. The funeral will be held this afternoon. ********* [cause: tuberculosis]
JOHN FEUERSTEIN cemetery #89B From Der Nord Westen, 24 Dec. 1903: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 21 Dec.) John Feuerstein died during Tues. night and was buried Fri. morning from the Catholic Church. The deceased, who leaves a host of friends here, was only *7 (disturbed type; could be either 27 or 37). He was an excellent fisherman who worked hard and owned a gasoline powered boat and many nets. His business was worth $1,400. He was unmarried but had recently become engaged to a fine girl. It is said he left no will so his estate will certainly go to his parents. He was the eldest of 7 children and in addition to his parents is survived by 5 brothers and one sister.
ARNOLD FICK cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 01 July 1909: Death recently in Holy Family Hospital of Arnold Fick, the 12-year old son of Town Newton farmer Henry Fick, following an appendectomy. He is survived by his parents, a brother and 3 sisters. The funeral was held yesterday.
HANNAH FICK cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 22 July 1909: Mrs. Auguste Fick, a former resident of Town Two Creeks who for the past 24 years has lived with her daughter here, Mrs. Wm. Ploeckelmann, died from old age debility Saturday at age 84. She leaves 2 daughters. The funeral was held Tuesday. (Note: Because of the difference in names, I conferred with the cem. office and she replied: On W2-159-2 are Christian, Hanna, & Frederick Fick and William Sr., Fredericka, & William Ploeckelman. William Sr. seems to be the right age to be a son-in-law of Hanna/Auguste Fick.)
ANTON FICTUM, SR. Cemetery #44 Anton Fictum Sr., 92, 1001 N. 21st St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday, Jan. 3, at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Fictum was born Nov. 1, 1891, at Tisch Mills, Wis., son of the late John and Antoinette Kerch Fictum. Mr. Fictum was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding prior to being engaged in farming from 1950 to 1968. He married Emma K. Skubal on Sept. 28, 1920, at Kewaunee. She preceded him in death on May 13, 1956. Survivors include two sons, and two daughters. He was preceded in death by a son, Allen. Herald Times Reporter January, 1984
ANTON JOHN FICTUM, SR.
Cemetery #63 (From the Herald Times Reporter Oct. 6, 2000) Anton J. Fictum (Edited for living) Anton J. Fictum, age 78, of 2900 Prairie St., Two Rivers, died Wednesday, October 4, 2000, at the Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. Funeral Services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, October 7, 2000, at the Lambert Funeral Home, Mishicot. Deacon Clarence Naidl of St. James Catholic Church, Cooperstown will officiate with burial in the Holy Cross Catholic Church Cemetery, Mishicot. Anton was born January 26, 1922, in Manitowoc, son of the late Anton and Emma Skubal Fictum. He was a graduate of Lincoln High School in Manitowoc. Anton served in the United States Navy during World War II. He married the former Gladys Chaloupka on January 24, 1942. She preceded him in death on July 11, 1991. The couple farmed in Maribel from 1948 to 1978 while he was working at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company as a welder, retiring in 1978. Anton and his special friend, Rosemary enjoyed many hours of dancing with their friends.GLADYS P. FICTUM
Cemetery #63 Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter July 12, 1991 Gladys P. Fictum (Edited for living) Mrs. Anton J. (Gladys P.) Fictum, age 70, of 1923 Nagle Avenue, Manitowoc, died Thursday, July 11, 1991, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Funeral services will be held on Monday July 15, 1991, at 10:30 a.m. at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funera Home. Rev. William B. Plank will officiate. Burial will be at Holy Cross Cemetery in Mishicot. Born June 30, 1921, at Mishicot, daughter of the late William and Mary Honzik Chaloupka. She grew up and was educated at Mishicot and a 1938 graduate of Mishicot High School. She also attended the Bureau of Home Nursing at Milwaukee. She married Anton J. Fictum on January 24, 1942, at Mishicot. The couple farmed at Route 1 Maribel from 1948 to 1978, before residing at Manitowoc. The couple celebrated 49 years of marriage together. Gladys enjoyed cooking, baking and their grandchildren. Survivors include her husband, Anton J. Fictum of Manitowoc; a son and daughter-in-law; three grandchildren; a sister; a niece, a nephew and other relatives and friends survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter Margie, a brother, William Chaloupka and a sister-in-law Lucille Chaloupka. Friends may call Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei State Street Chapel, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday until the hour of service.MRS. FIELTER cemetery #44 Name: Fieter, Johanne Louise D.: 2/6/1878 B.: 4/28/1800 Reg. D.: 12/27/1878 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 77 Yrs. 9 Mo. 9 Da. B.P.: Mtwc. Wis. D.P.: Mtw. Cem.: Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Franz Pieper Spouse: F.: Aug. Fieter M.: F. F. Fieter Cause of Death: ????? Pg. #: ******** [From cem. office: I believe these are the same person, it's too bad I don't know where she is buried. I'm wondering if her surname isn't Filter. I found this: Burial register has buried old Misses Fielitter, $2.50]
ALFRED FILHOLM cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 05 Mar. 1896: On Fri. the eldest son of Mr. J. C. Filholm died of pneumonia. The deceased was employed in Smalley’s factory and was a good employee and comrade. The burial took place Sun. afternoon in the city cemetery. ******** [Alfred C. Filholm/bur. 02-27-1896/age 30 yrs./cause: pneumonia]
GUNILD FILHOLM cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 13 Mar. 1902: Death Thurs., after a confinement of several weeks, of Mrs. J.C. Filholm an old settler of our city. The deceased was born in Norway 13 Mar. 1832 and came to Manitowoc while very young. Since her marriage in 1852 she has lived in the same house on Chicago Street where she died. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon.
JORGIAN CHRISTIAN FILHOLM cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 26 Dec., 1907: Death Wednesday last week, following an illness of several months, of well-known tailor Jorgian Christian Filholm here. The deceased was born in Denmark 75 years ago and came here in 1854 where he has lived ever since. He is survived by 2 sons and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Friday afternoon.
NELLIE FINCH cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 06 Mar. 1902: Death Thurs. last week from consumption of Nellie Finch, a daughter of supervisor J.W. Finch of Liberty.
ISAK HANSON FINDAL cemetery #2 From Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1908: Death in Town Cato Friday of Isaac Hanson Findal at the advanced age of 87. He had been a resident of our county since 1848. 3 sisters survive.
MARIE FINGOUST cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1909: Death Thursday in Clarks Mills of 66-year old Mrs. Mary Fingoust from a heart attack. She was found dead in her bed. The deceased, who was a resident of our county for the past 57 years, is survived by 2 children. Her funeral was Saturday at the local city cemetery.
VACLAV FINGOUST cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 14 Feb. 1907: Wenzel Fingoust, a well-known resident of Clarks Mills, died Thursday evening last week after an illness of several months. The deceased was born 1851 in Bohemia and came to America as a child. He is survived by his sorrowing father, his widow and 2 children. He was buried in the city cemetery on Monday.
DAVID FINK cemetery #89A David Fink, age 85, of Two Rivers, died Saturday evening March 2, 2000 at his residence. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. on Tuesday, March 7, 2000 at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, Two Rivers. Rev. Edward Stelter will officiate at the service, with burial to follow in Pioneer Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers. He was born June 3, 1914 in Sheboygan, Wis., son of the late Frederick and Pauline Kunz Fink. He attended St. John’s Parochial School in Two Rivers. On June 17, 1950 he was married to Ethel Althen at St. John’s Church, Two Rivers. She preceded him in death March 11, 1997. David worked on his parent’s farm until the age of 36 before becoming employed with Schwartz Manufacturing where he worked until retiring in 1979. He enjoyed working around his yard, gardening and camping. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Friends may call at St. John’s Lutheran Church, Two Rivers, after 1 p.m. Tuesday until the time of service at 2 p.m. There will be no Monday evening visitation. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John’s Church of Manitowoc County Special Olympics. Special thanks to the nurses of the VNA. Hospice Program for their excellent care and compassion, and a big thank you to the Paul Simonar family for all they did for me. God Bless Everyone. Herald Times Reporter March 6, 2000
HULDA FINK cemetery #89C Funeral card: In memory of Mrs. Hulda Fink Born in Town of Gibson, Wisconsin September 26, 1908 Passed away in Two Rivers, Wisconsin August 24, 1977 Services 11:00 A.M. Friday, August 26, 1977 St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church Two Rivers, Wisconsin Rev. Edward Stelter, Officiating Place of Interment Forest View Cemetery Two Rivers, Wisconsin KLEIN & STANGEL, INC. FUNERAL ROME Two Rivers, Wisconsin
ANNA FINKELSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 13 Sep. 1900: Death on Mon. of 80-yr. old Mrs. F. Finkelson of old age debility. The deceased, who was born in Valders, Norway, was a resident of our city for about the past 45 yrs. Her funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
JOHN FINKELSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 05 Nov. 1896: Death in Chicago on Wed. last week of John Fickelson, son-in-law of Mr. J. Seitz of Manitowoc. The casket was brought here and buried Fri. in the city cemetery.
OLE FINKELSON cemetery #41 From Der Nord Westen, 22 July 1909: Two news items in this issue regarding Ole Finkelson, who murdered a girl near Merrill, Wisconsin, then committed suicide. He came from Clarks Mills and his body was brought to Valders and buried there. ************** VICTIM OF SHOOTING DIES Miss Anna Kasten, Girl Shot by Ole Finkleman(Finkelson), Manitowoc Man Dies Saturday IN THE MERRILL HOSPITAL Finkleman(Finkelson), After Girl Refused Him, Shot Her and Her Mother Then Turned Revolver on Himself Miss Anna Kasten of Merrill; who was shot by her lover, Ole Finkelson, a Manitowoc man, at her father's farm house a week ago, died Saturday at the Smith Tarr hospital at Merrill, after lingering between life and death for several days. The remains of Finkelson who shot himself were brought to Manitowoc last Thursday by the deceased's brother, Edward Finkelson, and buried at Valders. Mr. Finkelson went to the girl's house and asked her to marry him. She refused and he shot her three times in the breast with a revolver. When the girl's mother came into the room he shot twice at her, one shot taking effect in her arm. He then walked out into the yard, reloaded his revolver and blew out his own brains. The tragedy happened at the Kasten home five miles outside of Merrill. Finkelson was a farmer residing on a farm near there. Manitowoc Citizen, July 22 1909, page two
MARGRET FINNIGAN cemetery #55 From Der Nord Westen, 26 Mar. 1908: Death last week of 80-year old Mrs. Patrick Finnigan of old age debility in Holy Family Hospital where she had been a patient for several months. The body was taken to Maple Grove for burial.
DOMENICK FISCHBACH cemetery #13 (photo sent in by a researcher/see contributors page)
AARON FISCHER cemetery #43 (From the Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, Tuesday, November 28, 2000) Aaron C. Fischer, aged 92, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, formerly of River Hills Apartments, died early Monday morning, November 27, 2000, at the center. Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday, November 30, 2000, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc and 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Camillus Janas O.F.M., with burial to follow at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born February 21, 1908, in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late John and Matilda Neuser Fischer. On June 23, 1931, he married the former Margaret Anna Miller at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Clarks Mills. Aaron was employed with the Manitowoc Seed Company for 20 years and then as custodian for the St. Boniface Catholic Church and School of Manitowoc for 22 years. Aaron was also employed with the Pfeffer Funeral Home for 13 years. He was a past member of the St. Boniface Athletic Club, Catholic Knights, and the Manitowoc Senior Citizens. Aaron was one of the original founders and organizers of the Lakeport Credit Union formerly known as the St. Boniface Credit Union. He served on its Board of Directors for 19 years. Survivors include one daughter and son-in-law; one son and daughter-in-law; one brother and sister-in-law; one sister, seven grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by one sister and brother-in-law, Elfrieda and Gerhardt Sickinger; one brother and sister-in-law, Clarence and Hildegarde; and a brother-in-law Wilbur Gresl. The family will greet relatives and friends from 5-7 p.m. Wednesday, November 29, 2000, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc.
ALOIS FISCHER cemetery #22 Name: Fischer, Alois D.: 6/2/1872 B.: Reg. D.: 12/30/1872 Sex: M/W Age at Death: 6 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: Tn. Eaton Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: 131 ************ Alois (child –June 13, 1866-June 2, 1872 –son of Anton Fischer and Maria Eva Faust –born Town of Eaton)
ANTON FISCHER cemetery #47 From Der Nord Westen, 21 Nov. 1901: Death Thurs. morning last week of Anton Fischer, well-known resident of Town Manitowoc Rapids, from a stroke which he suffered the morning before. He was born in Bavaria in 1832 and has been a resident of Town Manitowoc Rapids since 1854. He is survived by his widow and 10 children. The burial had been set for Fri. morning but on that very day his 18-yr. old daughter Franziska followed her father in death. The young lady was a victim of consumption. Both bodies were carried to their last rest on Sat. in the Alverno Cemetery.
AUGUST FISCHER cemetery #70 From Der Nord Westen, 15 Dec. 1904: Death Wed. last week in Town Manitowoc Rapids of August Fischer from dropsy. The funeral was held Saturday. *********** (Karl Friedericke August Fischer/d. 12/07/1904/bur. 12/10/1904/from records of St. John's Evang. Luth. Ch.)
