[ GE ]   OBITUARIES

MICHAEL GEBHARD   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 04 July 1907: 
(From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 01 July) A large funeral was held here
today. Mike Gebhart(sic), an old settler in our city who just celebrated his 84th
birthday in May, died a few days ago. He operated a successful store here for 
many years before retiring. His wife died several years ago. He leaves 2 
daughters –one married and living in Chicago, the other operates her father’s 
store here. The deceased had only been ill a short time. Pastor Ueberle gave 
the funeral address, and the church choir was also present. The Odd Fellows, 
to which order he had belonged, gave him the final official escort.


FRANK GEBHARDT     cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Apr. 1879:
Death of Frank Gebhardt on 14 Apr. in Two Rivers. He was born 20 July
1861, the son of Mr. M Gebhardt. He had been ill 43 weeks and his situation in
the end was hopeless. His burial took place yesterday, Apr. 16 in the afternoon, and
Mr. H. Stoll of Two Rivers delivered the death sermon.


HENRY GEBHARDT   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 24 Oct. 1901:
Henry M. Gebhard, one of the well-known business men of Two Rivers, died Tues.
morning after an illness of several months. The deceased was born 04 Sep. 1855 in Two
Rivers and lived there all his life. He personally ran a drugstore and was also manager
of the telephone system in Two Rivers. He is survived by his sorrowing father and 2
sisters. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon under the direction of the Two
Rivers Free Masons.
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From Der Nord Westen, 31 Oct. 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 28 Oct.) 
The funeral of our deceased pharmacist Henry Gebhard on Fri. 
afternoon was exceptional. The Free Masons, of whom he was a 
member, were there as well as County Judge Anderson of 
Manitowoc and Dr. C. Currens from here. Pastor Gray of the 
Episcopal Congregation in Manitowoc delivered the funeral oration.


AUGUST GEBLER   cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Aug. 1890 (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 05 Aug.) 
Death last week of "Father" GEBELER. The well-known and well-beloved gentlemen 
worked as a blacksmith here for many years and reached the age of 72 yrs. 11 mos. 
He leaves a widow and 4 children. His funeral last Sun. in the Evangelical Church 
was heavily attended.


ELLA IDA GEHBE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 21 July 1887:
Death by drowning yesterday about 5 o'clock of Ella Gehbe, the 9-yr. old
daughter of Mr. August Gehbe. The child was playing a children's game with
her playmates near the Zeman Kreynicks dock, and fell into the river. Help was
called but by the time they arrived it was too late. Workmen from the Carl Zander
factory pulled the body out with a rake, but medical help was of no avail


HEINRICH GEHBE     cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 13 Jan. 1887:
Death of 82-year old Henry Gehbe, one of the first settlers of Manitowoc, on
Mon. evening. He came to this county 32 years ago. His wife, who has also been ill
for quite a while, survives him, and he also leaves a large number of children.


MARGARETHA GEHBE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 14 Nov. 1889:
Death of 77 yr. old Mrs. Margarethe Gehde(sic) on Sun., 10 Nov. She was the
mother-in-law of Messrs. Carl Werbke, Jacob Lenz, and E. Krummheuer. 
Her funeral took place yesterday.


CARL J. GEHLING   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1894: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 09 July) 
Charles Goehling, an old settler here, died last weekend at age 73 after a 
2 mo. illness. He belonged to the G.A.R. and the Odd Fellows Lodge (this 
latter connection was corrected in a later publication to St. Joseph’s 
Mutual Aid Society.) He leaves a large family.


ANGELINA GEHRIG   cemetery #21

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Nov. 1906: (From the correspondent in St. Nazianz, 29 Oct.)
On 27 October, widow Angelina Gehrig died at age 67. She leaves 2 sons, 
Bernhard here and Joseph in St. Paul.
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Angeline nee Hoffmann (July 28, 1838-Oct. 27, 1906 
wife of Herbert –daughter of Fred Hoffmann –born Baden –emigrated 
from Baden and moved with husband and family to the St. Nazianz 
area in 1883 –died from "valvular lesion of heart, heart failure") 


FRANK GEHRKE   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 05 July 1906:
Frank Gehrke, the 11-year old son of Julius Gehrke in Two Rivers, died last
Thursday and was buried Saturday.


HELENA GEHRKE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 18 Feb. 1897:
Death Wed. morning of 39 yr. old Mrs. Helene Gehrke, wife of 
Gottlieb Gehrke, of a heart attack. The funeral took place Sun. 
morning at the city cemetery.


ANNA GEIGEL   cemetery #44

Geigel, Anna nee Muehlhaupt (Nov. 8, 1868-Feb. 4, 1959 
wife of Joseph [married April 22, 1890 at St. Gregory] 
daughter of Joseph Muehlhaupt and Madeline Brachmann 
residence 731 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc -died from "arteriosclerosis -senility) 
buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc


JOSEPH GEIGEL   cemetery #44

Geigel, Joseph (Nov. 25, 1865-April 30, 1946 
husband of Ann nee Muehlhaupt [married April 22, 1890 at St. Gregory] 
son of Mathias and Katharine Geigel - born Austria -janitor 
residence 731 N. 5th Street, Manitowoc -died from "severe anemia, 3 months 
carcinoma of gastro-intestinal tract") -buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc


MATHIAS GEIGEL   cemetery #6

From Der Nord Westen, 08 May 1902:
We must belatedly report that Mathias Geigel died suddenly in Clarks Mills on 
24 Apr. Mr. Geigel felt perfectly well all day and retired. Shortly afterward 
he cried out loudly and his wife asked what was wrong, to which he replied that 
he had had a terrible dream. A few minutes later Mrs. Geigel directed another 
question at her husband, but there was no answer and it was found that he was 
no longer breathing and life was gone. A stroke had killed him. Mathias Geigel 
reached the age of 74 yrs. 4 mos., was born in Bohemia, came to America about 
36 yrs. ago and settled in Clarks Mills where he has lived ever since. He is 
survived by his sorrowing widow and 2 children. His funeral was held Mon. last 
week.


ANTHONY P. GEIMER (TONY)    cemetery #89A

From the Two Rivers Reporter, Wed. Dec. 12, 1951

Geimer is dead at Two Rivers
Heart Attack Fatal To Retired Resident
TWO RIVERS - Anthony P. (Tony) Geimer, 70, retired general superintendent 
of the Hamilton Manufacturing Company, died Tuesday afternoon at his home, 
2601 Washington St., following a heart attack.
Mr. Geimer, active in Masonic circles and a former basketball and baseball 
player, was in apparent good health until stricken early Tuesday.
Masonic funeral services will be held at Grace Congregational church at 2 p.m. 
Friday, the Rev. Richard J. Wichlei officiating.  Masonic rites at the church 
and at Pioneers Rest cemetery will be directed by Heber Clayton, past master 
of the Two Rivers Masonic Lodge.
Mr. Geimer was born in the town of Gibson Feb. 28, 1881, a son of the late 
Jacob and Margaret Spang Geimer.  He was 10 years old when the family moved to 
Two Rivers, where as a boy he learned the butcher trade at the old Main Street 
meat market operated by the late Richard Kahlenberg.
In April 1899, he entered the employ of the Hamilton Company.  Assigned to a 
carpenter bench he worked as a cabinet maker until 1913 when the steel plant 
of the firm was erected.  That year he was promoted to a foreman in the steel 
plant and in 1918 became the division's superintendent.  The genial mild-mannered 
Mr. Geimer, popular with the Hamilton employees, continued in the capacity of 
steel plant superintendent until 1932 when he was named general superintendent.
After 48 years with the Hamilton firm, which he saw grow from a payroll of less 
than 200 to more than 1500, he retired in July, 1947.
On Original RAC Team
Mr. Geimer took keen interest in sports activities.  He displayed marked talent 
as a baseball player and was shortstop on the city team, the Colts, at the turn 
of the century.  In 1904 when the Reach Athletic Club organized one of the first 
basketball teams in this area better clubs in the middle west, Mr. Geimer was 
one of the original members.
Mr. Geimer's identification with the Masonry dates back nearly 40 years ago, 
having been accepted into the Two Rivers Blue Lodge in February 1912.  He served 
the lodge as worshipful master in 1918 and 1919.
His other Masonic affiliations include membership in the Barney G. Lyman chapter 
116, Royal Arch Masons, the Manitowoc council of the Ancient and Select Masters, 
the Low Twelve Club of the Two Rivers Blue Lodge, the Manitowoc Commandery No. 45, 
Knights Templars: the Wisconsin Consistory, and the Tripoli Temple Shrine of 
Milwaukee.  He was also active in the Two Rivers Shrine Club, and also belonged 
to the "Hamilton 30 year Club."
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
In 1902 the marriage of Miss Muriel Bemis, a member of the pioneer Two Rivers 
family, and Mr. Geimer took place.  She survives with a daughter, Mrs. Edward 
Jann, and a son, Oswald Geimer, both of Two Rivers.
He also leaves six sisters, Mrs. David LaFond and Mrs. George Paska, both of this 
city; Miss Matilda Geimer of Milwaukee, Mrs. Joseph Bunker of Villa Park, Ill., 
Sister M. Imelda of Altoona, Pa., and Mrs. Fred Beth of this city, two brothers, 
Roland Geimer of San Marino, Cal., and Cornelius Geimer of Sturgis, Mich., a step 
sister, Mrs. Charles Weix of this city, Mrs. Michael Bartelme of Superior.  There 
are two grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Beduhn, Deja and Martin Inc. funeral home from 7 p.m. 
Thursday until 10 a.m. Friday when the casket will be moved to Grace Congregational 
church.
(Sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


GERALD E. GEIMER    cemetery #32  

Gerald E. Geimer, age 68, of Two Rivers, joined his Lord in his Heavenly 
home, Wednesday, March 8, 2000, at the Two Rivers Community Hospital.
Funeral Services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 11, 2000, at the Faith 
Ev. Free Church, Manitowoc.  Rev. Rick Hines and Rev. Ray Caldwell will 
officiate, with entombment at Knollwood Mausoleum, town of Kossuth.
He was born February 13, 1932, in Two Rivers, son of the late Urban L. and 
Gertrude Forst Geimer.  He attended St. Luke Parochial School and Washington 
High School.  He served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.  On 
July 14, 1972, he married Mary Marx.  He is retired from Kelvinator Products, 
where he was employed as a machinist.  His memberships include the Men's Garden 
Club, Two Rivers French Canadian Club and he was actively involved in church 
building projects following his retirement.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Mike and a sister, Genevieve Theide.
The family will greet relatives and friends from 12 Noon until the time of 
services at 2 p.m. at Faith Ev. Free Church, Manitowoc.
Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers is assisting the family with funeral 
arrangements.
Herald Times Reporter, Two Rivers, WI., March 10, 2000
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


JACOB GEIMER   cemetery #16

From Der Nord Westen, 18 Sep. 1902:
Death in Town Cooperstown of Jacob Geimer, Sr., after an illness of several months.
Mr. Geimer was born 29 Sep. 1829, near Trier in the Prussian Rhineland. In 1856 he
acquired a piece of land in Town Cooperstown where he lived until his death. He 
leaves a widow and 14 children. The funeral took place yesterday from the Catholic 
Church in Cooperstown.
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(b. 21 Sep 1828, d.15 Sep 1902/b. Rheinland, Kreis Wittlich, Bruck, Prussia (Germany)
 Son of Christopher and Barbara (Dillenburg) Geimer
 m. #3, Anna Rippinger, 16 Apr 1872, St. Anne Catholic Church, Francis Creek, WI/
 sent in by researcher see contributors page)


MATH GEIMER   cemetery #16

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Sep. 1901:
Death on Sun. in Cooperstown of Mathias Geimer after a short 
illness with a brain hemorrhage. He was 24. His funeral was 
held yesterday from the Catholic Church in Cooperstown.
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(Matthew Geimer, b.24 Feb 1878, d.15 Sep 1901/b. Town of Franklin, 
 Kewaunee County, WI, Son of Jacob and Anna (Rippinger) Geimer/sent in 
 by researcher see contributors page)


MARGARET GEIMER   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1905: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 13 Nov.) 
Mrs. Geimer, the 49-yr. old wife of well-known tavern keeper, 
Jac Geimer, died Fri. after a 3-yr. illness leaving her sorrowing 
husband, 3 sons and 6 daughters, of whom one son and 2 daughters 
are already married. The deceased was well-known and respected 
here as a good, fine lady….


MURIEL E. (BEMIS) GEIMER   cemetery 89A    (Sent in by researcher/see contributors page)

From the Manitowoc Herald Times, Tue. Dec. 26, 1961

GEIMER
Mrs. Muriel E. Geimer, 79, widow of Anthony P. Geimer, early superintendent 
of Hamilton Mfg. Co. steel plant at Two Rivers, a member of one of Two Rivers 
earliest families and whose grandfather was the first practicing physician at 
Two Rivers, died Saturday afternoon at Ressel Nursing Home, Milwaukee.  She 
had been residing with a daughter, Mrs. Beatrice Jann at Milwaukee for more 
than a year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Thursday at Deja and Martin Funeral Chapels, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump, pastor of the Grace Congregational Church, 
Two Rivers, officiating.  Burial will be in Pioneers Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. Geimer, nee Muriel Bemis, was born at Two Rivers Feb. 28, 1882, daughter of 
the late Elmer and Wilhelmina Oswald Bemis.  Her grandfather, the late Dr. John 
Oswald, was the first physician to practice at Two Rivers.  She attended Two 
Rivers public schools and was married June 25, 1902, to Anthony P. Geimer, who 
died in Two Rivers in 1951.  Mrs. Geimer was the last of the Bemis family in 
Two Rivers, which included two brothers, Atty. Harry, a legal counsel for the 
Soo Line Railroad, and Charles Bemis.  For many years Mrs. Geimer was active in 
Two Rivers Chapter 229, Order of Eastern Star, of which she was a past matron.
Besides the daughter, she leaves two grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.  
A son, Oswald, died two years ago.
Friends may call at the funeral chapels after 3 p.m. Wednesday.


CELESTINE A. "SALLY" GEISER   cemetery #32

Celestine A. "Sally" Geiser, age 86, of the Calumet Homestead 
Rehabilitation Center, New Holstein, died on Saturday, Aug. 24, 
2002 at the center.
She was born on March 12, 1916 in New Holstein, a daughter of 
the late Frank and Mathilda (Schwarz) Wagner.
Sally married Gregory C. Geiser on April 28, 1937 at St. Gregory
Catholic Church in St. Nazianz. He preceded her in death on Feb. 
25, 1987. The couple had farmed in the Town of Chilton until 
their retirement.
She was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church in Chilton, the
Christian Mothers, and the Daughters of Isabella.
(Survivors omitted for privacy)
 She was also preceded in death by a son, Michael Geiser, a 
son-in-law, Robert Gary; two grandchildren, Julie Geiser and 
John Kilgas; and two brothers, Alex & Alfred Wagner.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 28, 2002 at
St. Mary Catholic Church, Chilton, with the Rev. Allen Geiser 
officiating. Entombment will follow in the Knollwood Mausoleum in 
Manitowoc.
Friends may call at the Wieting Funeral Home, 411 W. Main St.,
Chilton from 4 to 8 p.m.,on Tuesday and again on Wednesday at
the church from 10 a.m. until the time of services. A parish 
prayer service will be held Tuesday evening at the funeral home.
The Sheboygan Press, August 27, 2002


GAUDENS GEISER   cemetery #22

Name: Geiser, Gausdens
D.: 12/13/1866
B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869
Sex: M
Age at Death: 40 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death: 
Pg. #: 41


MARIA GEISER   cemetery #21

Name: Geiser, Mary Theresia
D.: 6/25/1878
B.:
Reg. D.: 11/27/1878
Sex: W
Age at Death: 4 Mo. 5 Da.
B.P.: Tn. Eaton, Mtw. Co.
D.P.: Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. P. A. Mutz
Spouse:
F.: Haver Geiser
M.: Paukina Geiser
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 263
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Maria Theresia (baby –Feb. 20, 1878-June 25, 1878 –daughter 
of Xaver Geiser and Paulina Kohler –born Town of Eaton)


MELCHIOR GEISER   cemetery #21

Name: Geisser, Melchior
D.: 5/23/1872
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/30/1872
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 58 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 130
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Melchior (July 5, 1814-May 23, 1872 –husband of Barbara nee Walter –farmer –born Baden)


ANDREW GEISSLER   cemetery #89B

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Jan. 1901: (From the correspondent in Two Rivers, 14 Jan.)
There was a large funeral here Sat. of the well-known father of 
our Pastor Geissler of the Catholic Church, with whom he had been 
staying for some time. (Article does not name the father.)


JOSEPH A. GEISSLER, REV.   cemetery 89B

From the Wisconsin State Register [Portage, Columbia Co., Wisconsin], 
Friday March 9, 1923

Former Parish Priest Is Dead
Father Giessler(sic), Once Pastor at St. Mary's Passes at Manitowoc
Rev. Father Joseph A. Giessler, formerly priest at St. Mary's in this city, 
died at Holy Family Hospital at Manitowoc Tuesday morning, Feb. 27. His age 
was 69 years. For the past twenty-six years he had been in charge of St. 
Luke's congregation at Two Rivers.
He was born at Paterson, New Jersey and was ordained to the priesthood at 
Louvain, Belgium, June 7, 1879. He served in a parish at Paterson before 
coming to Wisconsin to affiliate with the Green Bay diocese.
Pastorates in this state were at DePere, Freedom, Portage, Custer, Kaukauna 
and Two Rivers, and for several months he conducted services at St. 
Martin's church at Almond.
His only near relative is a sister, Miss Agnes Giessler, who makes her home 
at St. Luke's parsonage.
Funeral services will be held at Two Rivers Saturday morning at 10:00 
o'clock, with interment in St. Luke's cemetery.
In telling of his demise the Stevens Point Daily Journal says: "Father 
Giessler was a zealous worker and untiring in his efforts for the 
betterment of his parishioners. He also took an active interest in civic 
affairs and was regarded as one of Two Rivers' most progressive citizens. 
He is especially remembered locally for his jovial disposition and 
abundance of wit."


CHRIS GELBKE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Sep. 1905:
Death here Tues. evening of 69-yr. old Christian Gelbke. 
Mr. Gelbke was born in Thuringia, coming to America and 
Manitowoc in 1868 where he has lived ever since. Although 
he has been ill for many years he still continued to work 
as a shoemaker until becoming bedridden a week ago, after 
which his health quickly declined. For many years he 
belonged to one of the local music groups. He leaves his 
wife and one son. The funeral will be held tomorrow at 
2:30 p.m.
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[cause: hemorrhage of the brain]


CHRISTIAN F.W GELBKE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Jan. 1888
Burial on Jan. 18th of CHRISTIAN GELBKE who died of bronchitis after a long
illness. He was one of our oldest and finest citizens who worked many years in the
shoemaking trade in partnership with his brother Carl Gelbke. At the time of his
death he was 60 years old.
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[cause: Bronchitis]


CHRISTIAN GELBKE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 10 March 1898
Death on Sun. morning of Christian Gelbke, son of Mr. C.W. Gelbke here, after a
long illness with consumption. The deceased was 28 yrs. of age and is survived
by his sorrowing parents and one brother. His funeral was held yesterday afternoon
at the city cemetery.
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[cause: tuberculosis]


WILHELMINE F.L. GELBKE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 22 Oct. 1891:
Death last Mon., after a long period of suffering, of Mrs. 
Wilhelmine Gelbke (nee Haupt), widow of the last(sic) 
Christian Gelbke who died 4 yrs. ago. Cause of her death 
was dropsy. She was 55 and leaves an adopted daughter. 
Burial was yesterday afternoon.
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[cause: dropsy]


ALOIS J. GELLINGS   cemetery #83

(No name for newspaper)1975
Alois J. Gellings, 89, a retired Town of Eaton farmer, died early today at St. Mary
Home, Manitowoc, where he had been a resident six years.
Born on July 24, 1886 at St. Nazianz, he was a son of the late John and Catherine
Mueller Gellings.
He attended St. Gregory Catholic School there.
On May 10, 1921, he married Anna Broeckert at SS Peter and Paul Cathoic Church,
Kiel.
The couple located on a farm near St. Nazianz, retiring in 1947 when they moved
to Kiel.
Mrs. Gellings died July 24, 1953.
While in Kiel, he was caretaker of the city cemetery.
He was a member of SS Peter Paul Parish and its Holy Name Society.
Survivors are a daughter, and two grandchildren.
Two brothers preceded him in death.
Funeral services will be Saturday at 10 a.m. at SS. Peter and Paul Church, the 
Rev. Francis Kerscher, pastor, celebrant of mass. Brief family rites will be
held at 9:30 a.m. at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. Burial will be in
the parish cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Friday where a service of the
wake will be held at 8 p.m.


ANNA GELLINGS   cemetery #83

Rites Held Monday For Mrs. A. Gellings
Funeral services were held Monday morning from S.S. Peter and Paul  
Catholic church for Mrs. Alois Gellings, 70, who died at her home  
here Friday morning. She had been ill several months.
The rites were conducted by the Rev. F.X. Kheil and burial was made  
in the church cemetery.
She was born October 4, 1882, in the town of Schleswig.  Her father's  
name was Fred Broeckert and her mother's maiden name was Catherine  
Loos. May 10, 1921 she was married to Alois Gellings and they  
operated a farm in the town of Eaton until their retirement six years  
ago, when they moved to this city.
Survivors include her husband; one daughter, one grandson, Alfred; and 
two brothers, William Broeckert, rural route, Kiel, and Ed Broeckert of 
St. Nazianz. Her parents and one sister preceded her in death. 


GERHARD GELLINGS   cemetery #21

From Der Nord Westen, 05 Nov. 1896: 
Death in St. Nazianz on Wed. last week of Gerhard Gehling. 
The funeral took place Sunday.
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Gerhard (Feb. 12, 1828-Oct. 21, 1896 –husband of Theodora 
nee Breuns –farmer –born Germany –died from "cardiac dropsy")


PETER GELLINGS   cemetery #83

Peter Gellings Passes Away.
Peter Gellings, aged 57, a resident of the town of Schleswig, 
two miles north of this city, passed away Thursday at 10 p.m. 
at the St. Camillus hospital at Wauwatosa, following a lengthy 
illness.
Mr. Gellings was born December 5, 1884, in St. Nazianz, the son of  
John and Catherine Mueller Gellings. He attended the parochial  
school at St. Nazianz, and in 1917 moved to the present farm home  
with his brother, John, and they have resided there since.
Survivors are two brothers, John on the homestead, and Aloys at St.  
Nazianz.
Funeral services were held on Monday at 9:30 a.m. at the C.J.  
Meiselwitz Funeral Home, and at 10 a.m. services were conducted at  
the SS. Peter and Paul Catholic church, with the Rev. Father F.X.  
Kheil officiating.
Pallbearers were John Gellings, Frank Mueller, John Endries, Ed  
Mueller, Clemens Endries and Peter Koenig. Burial was made in the  
church cemetery.
Relatives and friends from Fond du Lac, West Allis, Sheboygan, St.  
Nazianz, School Hill, Eaton, Marytown and Chilton attended the  
services.  (no newspaper named, 1942)


AUGUST GENNRICH       cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 30 Jan. 1902:
Another of our old German settlers is gone. August Gennrich closed his tired eyes for
the last time on Thurs. evening. He was born 18 Oct. 1821 in Basedow, Pomerania,
came to America in the early 50's and settled in our city where he has lived ever since.
He and his wife celebrated their Golden Wedding Anniversary about 2 yrs. ago. In
addition to his widow he leaves 6 children among whom are Wilhelm Gennrich,
one of the editors of the "Manitowoc Post", and Mrs. F.C. Buerstatte. The funeral
was held Sun. afternoon.


KATHERINA GENTGEN   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Mar. 1909:
Death last week of 71-year old Mrs. Katharine Gentgen in the residence of her
brother, John Hasenfuss. The deceased, who was a resident of our county for
over 50 years, is survived by a brother and 3 sisters. The funeral was held 
Friday morning from St. Boniface Church.


WILLIAM GENTGEN   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Apr. 1907:
Death here Tuesday of 74-year old William Gentgen, a veteran of 
the Civil War. He is survived by his widow. The funeral will be 
held this morning from St. Boniface Church.


AUGUSTA GENZ   cemetery #40

From Der Nord Westen, 29 July 1909:
Mrs. Charles Jens died Sunday evening in Town Liberty from appendicitis. The
deceased, who was 29, leaves her husband and 3 daughters, as well as her aged 
parents and several sisters.


WILHELM J.F. GENZ   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 11 Oct. 1900:
Death Thurs. last week of 73-yr. old local resident Wilhelm Gens 
of old age debility. The deceased formerly lived in Town Liberty 
but moved to Manitowoc after the death of his wife to live with 
his daughter Mrs. Bartum (sic). In addition to this daughter he 
is survived by a son who has a farm in Town Liberty. The funeral 
was held Sun. afternoon at the city cemetery.


ANNA GEORGE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 19 May 1904:
In Nov. last year Mrs. John George, Sr., was injured in an alarming 
fall from which she never recovered. She died from those injuries 
late Fri. night. The deceased was born 05 Oct. 1832 in Baden and 
married John George on 05 Oct. 1851. The couple came to America in 
1852, stopping first in Baltimore, and then moving to Manitowoc in 
1853 where they lived ever since. 3 yrs. ago they celebrated their 
Golden Wedding Anniversary here. In addition to her sorrowing 
husband, Mrs. George is survived by 11 children. The funeral was 
held Tues. afternoon under the direction of Pastor Nagel at the city 
cemetery.
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[bur. 05-14-1904/cause: chronic diarrhea]
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(Anna George nee Horst(Mrs. John)/b. 5 Oct. 1832 in Stumpersbodt
Deutchland/d. 12 July 1904 in Manitowoc/survived by husband, 
9 daughters, 2 sons/St. John's United Church of Christ)


ARLINE IDA GEORGE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 12 July 1900:
Mrs. and Mrs. Arthur George here are mourning the death of 
their 2-mo. old little daughter who died late Mon. night.
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[bur. 07-11-1900/age 2mo./cause: hamtira]


JOHN GEORGE     Cemetery #44

From the Manitowoc Pilot November 23, 1905:
John George, Sr., died last Thursday morning at 9 o'clock at the family
home on South Main street. Asthma was the cause of his death. He was 72
years old. Mr. George was a native of Germany, and was married there in
1851. In 1858 they came to America and settled in Manitowoc county,
where they resided continuously. The decedent's wife passed away about a
year ago. He leaves ten children to mourn his departure. They are: Mrs.
Ingbert Ingbertson, Mrs. Fred Gunderson and Mrs. George Gunderson, all
of Sheboygen; Mrs. John Jackson of Chicago, Mrs. C. Weseman, Mrs. John
Jarchow, Misses Mathilda and Leona George, Arthur and John W. George,
all of this city.
The decedent was a carpenter by trade. Since 1895 he had lived a retired
life. He was a member of the Sons of Herman and of the Concordia Singing
Society. The funeral took place Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the
house.
Mr. George was a kind husband and father, and he was well thought of by
all who knew him.
From Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1905:
We have been told that John George, a well-known citizen of 
our city, has died. We are unable to provide more details 
but will do so next week. The funeral will be Sun. afternoon 
at 2 p.m. from the funeral home on South Main Street.
          *********
From Der Nord Westen, 23 Nov. 1905:
Last week we reported the death of John George, and now add some 
biographical details. John George was born 1833 in Hesse-Darmstadt. 
He married Anna M. Horst in 1851 and came to America in 1853. They 
settled in our city and have lived here ever since. His wife preceded 
him in death about a year ago. The deceased leaves 10 children, 
namely, Mrs. Fred Gunderson, Mrs. Ingbret Ingbretson, and Mrs. 
George Gunderson in Sheboygan; Mrs. John Jackson in Chicago; Mrs. 
John Jarchow, Mrs. C. Wesemann, Misses Mathilde and Laura, as well 
as sons Arthur and John W. here. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon 
in the local cemetery under the direction of the Sons of Hermann 
Lodge and the singing club “Concordia”, in both of which the deceased 
was a member.
          ******
[bur. 11-10-1905/cause: Brights disease]


EVA GERBER      cemetery #6

From Der Nord Westen, 01 Feb. 1906:
Mrs. Peter Gerber died in Cato on Thursday at age 58 leaving a husband and
several children. The funeral took place Saturday.


ANNA GEREND   cemetery #22

Name: Gerend, Anna
D.: 8/2/1867
B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869
Sex: F
Age at Death: 12 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 47
************
Anna (child –1855-Aug. 2, 1867 –likely kept at the Oschwald Orphanage)


A.J. GERHARD, REV.     cemetery #21




ALEX GERHARD        cemetery #21

Rites Held Saturday For Alex Gerhard
Funeral services were held Saturday at St. Gregory's church in St. Nazianz 
for Alex L. Gerhard, 69, who was killed when his tractor overturned in a 
field, pinning him underneath. The accident happened Wednesday afternoon, 
and he was found by Herman Riesterer, a neighbor.
A life-long resident of the town of Eaton, Mr. Gerhard is survived by his 
widow and two sons, and two daughters. Joseph Gerhard, R. 1, Kiel, is a 
brother, and sisters are Mrs. Math Meyer of St. Nazianz and Sr. M. Antonia 
of Fond du Lac.
Pallbearers were Herman Riesterer, Frank Lax, Joseph J. Christel, Max Christel, 
Frank Litz and Henry Brunmeier.
(no newspaper named November-1956)
           ************
Husband of Clara nee Anhalt [married Oct. 15, 1912 at St. Peter and Paul 
Catholic Church, Kiel] –son of Frank X. Gerhard and Margret Ruplinger 
farmer in Town of Eaton –born Town of Eaton –died from "internal hemorrhage 
crushed chest, accident at farm –tractor tipped over on him")


ANNA KATHERINA GERHARD   cemetery #22

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Aug. 1897:
Following a fall from a porch, 83 yr. old Catharine Gerhard died 
Thurs. in St. Nazianz.
          *********
From St. Nazianz researcher/see contributors page:
Anna Katherina (May 6, 1814-Aug. 12, 1897 –single –daughter 
of Joseph G. Gerhard and Anna M. Lambert –sister of Joseph [1812-1887] 
born Germany –died from "fall from porch") –no stone


CLARA GERHARD   cemetery #21
                        
Mrs. Clara Gerhard, 76, of St. Nazianz, died this morning at the Terrace 
Nursing Home in Sheboygan following a long illness.
Born Feb. 21, 1892, in the Town of Schleswig, she was a daughter of the 
late John and Barbara (Knier) Anhalt. She was married to Alex Gerhard Oct. 
15, 1912, at St. Peter and Paul Church in Kiel.
They farmed near St. Nazianz until the death of Mr. Gerhard Nov. 14, 1956, 
when she moved to St. Nazianz to make her home.
She was a member of the St. Gregory Christian Mothers Society and the 
American Legion Auxiliary.
Survivors are two sons, Arthur and Norman of St. Nazianz; two daughters, 
Mrs. Herbert Schworer and Mrs. William Schram of Sheboygan; six grandchildren 
and one great-grandchild; two sisters, Mrs. Margaret Mallach of Manitowoc and 
Mrs. Lena Altenberger of Sheboygan.
She also was preceded in death by four brothers and five sisters.
Funeral services will be held 9 a.m. Saturday at St. Gregory’s Catholic Church 
following brief rites at 8:45 a.m. at Christianson Funeral Home in St. Nazianz.
The Rev. Denis Cooney will be celebrant of the requiem high Mass and burial 
will be in the church cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral...(rest missing)  July 12 – 1962
              **********
Clara nee Anhalt (Feb. 21, 1892-July 12, 1962 –wife of Alex 
[married Oct. 15, 1912 at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, Kiel, 
Town of Schleswig] –daughter of John Anhalt and Barbara Knier –born 
Town of Schleswig –died from "hypertensive heart failure, myocardial 
failure, hypertension, anemia secondary –diabetes")


FLORA GERHARD    cemetery #21

Mrs. Joseph Gerhard Dies At Hospital
Funeral services for Mrs. Joseph Gerhard, 80, Route 1, Kiel, who died 
Wednesday at Calumet Memorial hospital, Chilton, of a lingering illness, 
were held Saturday at St. Gregory's Catholic Church with the Rev. Gregory 
Putzer officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.
The former Flora Dhein, she was born in the Town of Charlestown (Calumet 
county), August 10, 1885, a daughter of the late William and Kathryn Heisdorf 
Dhein.
She attended her home district school, St. Gregory's Catholic school in St. 
Nazianz and Sheboygan Business College.
Her marriage to Mr. Gerhard took place May 20, 1913, in St. Mary's Catholic 
Church, Chilton.
Following marriage the couple operated the Gerhard home farm about two miles 
west of St. Nazianz.
She was a member of the Christian Mothers Society of St. Gregory's parish.
Surviving are her husband; a son, Francis, on the home farm; a daughter, Mrs. 
Paul Lamboley, Milwaukee, and a sister, Mrs. Clara sprinkle, Poplar Bluff, 
Missouri.
              ********
Wife of Joseph F. [married May 21, 1913 at St. Mary Catholic Church, Chilton, 
Calumet County] –daughter of William Dhein and Katharine Heisdorf –died 
from "hypertensive heart failure, cerebro vascular accident")


HELEN GERHARD       cemetery #21

ST. NAZIANZ  1929

Miss Helen Gerhard, 75 years of age, died at St. Agnes hospital at
Fond du Lac Nov. 18 at midnight. The funeral took place on Saturday
morning at 9:30 o'clock in St. Gregory's church with interment in
adjoining cemetery. Rev. Fintan Holzknecht celebrated a Solemn
Requiem mass, assisted by two Salvatorian Fathers. The deceased
was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Gerhard Sr. She was born in
New Yory (sic) City Oct. 31, 1864. When eleven years old she came
with her parents to St. Nazianz where she lived in the parental
home until her death. She leaves to mourn her, two sisters, Mrs.
Louis Baumgartner and Miss Mary Gerhard, both of St. Nazianz;
five nephews: Joseph and Alex Gerhard, Anton and Joseph Baumgartner
of Mishawaka, Ind.; three nieces: St. M. Antonita of Altoona Pa;
Mrs. Steve R. Stiefvater of Valders; and Mrs. Math Meyer of St.
Nazianz; and twenty-five grand-nieces and nephews. She was a 
sister of the Rev. A.J. Gerhard, who died this last January.
She spent the last twelve years at her home and with the families
of Mrs. Steve Stiefvater, Mrs. Math Meyer, Joseph Gerhard and
Joseph Baumgartner and neighbors who needed her helpful assistance.
Miss Gerhard was a member of the Third Order of St. Francis and
a member of the Young Ladies Sodality and was respected and
beloved by all who knew her. She was ill for six months, and the
last two months were spent at St. Agnes hospital. She also leaves
to mourn her, a number of cousins in New York, Chicago and
Sheboygan.
(no newspaper named)


JOSEPH GERHARD   cemetery #21

Name: Gerhard, Joseph
D.: 11/6/1867
B.:
Reg. D.: 9/2/1869
Sex: M
Age at Death: 10 1/2 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 49
**********
(Son of Joseph Gerhard [1812-1887] and Anna Kramer -born New York City)


JOHN GERHARD   cemetery #21

Name: Gerhard, Johannes
D.: 5/25/1871
B.:
Reg. D.: 12/28/1871
Sex: M/W
Age at Death: 12 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. A. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: 115
**************
(Son of Joseph Gerhard [1812-1887] and Anna Kramer -born New York City)


JOSEPH GERHARD   cemetery #21

From Der Nord Westen, 31 Mar. 1887:
Death of Joseph Gerhard on Sun., 27 Mar. in St. Nazians after a very short
illness. Mr. Gerhard was born in Stettin, three hours from Würzburg, in Bavaria
on 26 Nov. 1812. He came to America in 1837 landing in New York where he
remained until 1865 when he came to St. Nazians and established a farm. He is the
father of J.A. Gerhard, a professor in the seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He
leaves a widow, a grown son and three daughters.
                  ********
Sent in by St. Nazianz researcher on contributors page)
Husband of Anna nee Kremer, son of Ignar and Katharine Gerhard -farmer 
born in Stettin bei Karlstadt, Bavaria -emigrated to the US in May of 1837
in New York City he ran a tailor shop at 9 Frankford Street -left New York 
for St. Nazianz in 1865, became a farmer in the Town of Eaton, building his 
new house across the street from St. Gregory's in 1871-1872 -this house is 
still known as the "Gerhard House" -died from "inflamating bowels")


WILHELM GERKEN (GERCKEN)   cemetery #13

Manitouwoc [old spelling] County Herald 
Thursday October 6, 1851, Vol. 1 No. 45, 2nd page Column 6, under Local Items 

The Circuit Court adjourned on Monday.  The Grand Jury found a bill of indictment 
aginst Geo. Egloff and Gustoff Eichoff for the murder of Wilhelm Gercken.  As the 
parties were not ready for trial, Judge Howe appointed a special term for November,
when this case will be tried.  A horrible and fiendish murder has been committed, 
but how far the accused are implicated is yet to be determined.  Circumstances 
strongly point to them as perpetrators, but a legal investigation may develope [sic] 
facts substantiating their innocence, at which none would rejoice more than ourselves.


FRANZ GERL   cemetery #26

From Der Nord Westen, 11 May 1899:
Death in Town Franklin Tues. morning of 80-yr. old Frank Gerl of old age. The
deceased, who was born in Austria and came to America in 1854, is survived by 5
grown children. Mrs. Christian Schoch here is one of his daughters. The burial
took place yesterday in Kellnersville.


JULIUS GERL   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 06 Sept. 1894: 
Death by drowning Sat. of Julius Gerl, who was about 20 yrs. old 
and the son of Andreas Gerl. He was swimming in the Manitowoc River 
near the railroad bridge with two companions – Charles Christensen 
and someone named Tschefs. Young Julius swam across the river and 
on his way back, suffered cramps and sank before their eyes. They 
sought to help but the body was not found until later. Burial was 
Mon. in the Catholic Cemetery.


MARJA GERL   cemetery #26

From Der Nord Westen, 12 Nov. 1908: 
Death Friday in Kellnersville of Mrs. Frank Gerl at the advanced 
age of 85. She leaves 2 sons and 2 daughters. The funeral was Monday.


ARWIN GERLACH   cemetery #82

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Dec. 1896: (From the correspondent in Kiel, 08 Dec.)
Erwin Gerlach, son of Peter Gerlach, drowned.


MELVIN A. GERLACH   cemetery #82

Melvin A. Gerlach, 57, a former Kiel resident, passed away Friday 
at Wausau.
Born in Kiel, the son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Gerlach, he married Norma 
Fluhr of Kiel and had operated a grocery store in Elkhart Lake and at 
Princeton before moving to Wausau in May.
Survivors are his wife and a son, two grandchildren; and his mother, 
Mrs. Ida Schoedel of West Bend. His father and a brother preceded him 
in death.
Services will be held in Kiel Tuesday at 2 p.m. Friends may call at the 
Meiselwitz Funeral Home from 2 o’clock Monday until the time of rites.
1952


WILLIAM A. GERLACH   cemetery #82

William A. Gerlach, 73, of Kiel, died Sunday evening at home after 
a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Trinity Lutheran 
Church, Kiel, the Rev, E. G. Behm, pastor, officiating. Burial will 
be in Kiel Cemetery.
Mr. Gerlach was born June 30, 1887, at Red Lake Falls, Minn., son of 
the late Carl and Christine Franz Kiel. He was educated at Red Lake 
Falls schools. He married Olga Dragar June 21, 1916, at Red Lake Falls. 
They moved to Brillion in 1919 and to Kiel in 1934 where he operated a 
grocery store until 1941. He was then employed by A. A. Laun Furniture 
Co., Kiel, until his retirement in 1957. Four brothers and two sisters 
preceded him in death.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, Howard of Clearwater, Fla. and 
Robert at home: three daughters, Mrs. Joseph Ruehlman of Plymouth, 
Sheboygan County, Mrs. Richard Carstens of Kaukauna, Outagamie County, 
and Mrs. Wilfred Schreiber of Waukesha; five brothers, Ernest and
Edward of Seattle, Wash., Adolph of New Uim, Minn., Carl of Los Angeles, 
Calif., and Augusta of Van Nuis, Calif., and seven grandchildren.
Friends may call at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, after 3 p.m. Tuesday 
until 11 am. Wednesday and at the church from noon Wednesday until the 
hour of services.


AUGUSTA M. GERPHEIDE    cemetery #44

Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, April 14, 1913
PNEUMONIA FATAL TO MRS. A. GERPHEIDE
Former Resident of City Dies and Body Brought Here

Pneumonia, following enfeebled health for a long time, proved fatal to 
Mrs. Augusta, widow of the late J. D. Gerpheide, and a former resident 
of this city, Mrs. Gerpheide's death occurring at Milwaukee Saturday at 
the home of her daughter, Mrs. G. Frase, 1101 Twenty-eighth street. The 
body will be brought to this city tomorrow and funeral services will be 
held from the home of Edward Gerpheide, a son.
Mrs. Gerpheide was past 86 years of age and for several years her health 
had been poor.  With her husband she made her home in this city for a 
long term of years and after the death of Mr. Gerpheide, resided with her 
daughter who removed to Milwaukee several years ago.  She was a native of 
Germany and a daughter of the late Dr. August Schenk, a pioneer physician 
of this city. 
Four daughters, Mrs. Ernst Wettenkamp, of Warren, Ariz., Mrs. Oscar Saelid, 
Bisbee, Ariz., Mrs. William Rockhoff, of Mishawaka, Ind., and Mrs. G. Frase 
of Milwaukee, and two sons, Edward of this city and August, of Marinette and 
one stepson, Otto Gerpheide, this city survive.
The body of Mrs. Gerpheide will be brought here tonight and funeral services 
will be held fom the home of Edward Gerpheide, tomorrow afternoon.
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)


EDWARD GERPHEIDE    cemetery #44

Manitowoc Daily Herald, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Tuesday, October 10, 1911
DEATH TAKES YOUNG BOY
Mr. and Mr. E.O. Gerpheide Mourn Death of Little Son

Death's sadness prevades the home of Mr. and Mrs. E. O. Gerpheide.
Edward, the five year old son of the family having been summoned from 
earth Monday night after an illness of but short duration.  The boy 
was the youngest of the family and idealized by the parents who will 
have the sympathy of many friends in their bereavement.  The child 
suffered from diabetes and suffered much.
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)


FREDERICKA GERPHEIDE     cemetery #44

Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Thursday, April 28, 1960

Gerpheide
Mrs. Fredericka Gerpheide, 98, formerly of 1524 Clark St., Manitowoc, died 
Wednesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had resided since 
early in 1957. 
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 
with the Rev. L. H. Koeninger officiating.  Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery.
The former Fredericka Schroeder was born in Germany Jan. 19, 1862, daughter of 
the late Joahim and Marie Jonas Schroeder. She came to the United States in 1871 
with her parents who settled at Manitowoc. She was married in 1881 to Otto D. 
Gerpheide, a cigar maker, who died July 12, 1936. 
While residing at Holy Family Hospital, following a fall at home when she broke 
her arm a number of years ago, Mrs. Gerpheide often recalled the site for the 
hospital   sed   of her huband's parents.  The Gerpheide home was on the land 
as well as a park and dance hall.  Fire destroyed the buildings and the land 
subsequently was sold to Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity.
Surviving Mrs. Gerpheide are a daughter, Mrs. Pat McCauley of Maplewood, N.J., 
a sister, Mrs. Mathilda Schroeder of Manitowoc, a grandchild and two great 
grandchildren.  A daughter, Mrs. E. W. Mackey, preceded her in death in 1953.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 o'clock this Thursday evening.  
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)


HENRY J. GERPHEIDE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 18 May 1899:
Henry J. Gerpheide, an eminent attorney, died yesterday following a long illness 
with consumption. His funeral will be held Sat. afternoon.


JOHN D. GERPHEIDE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 16 July 1891:
Death of John D. Gerpheide last Fri. The deceased was known to practically 
every resident of our city and was appreciated for his civic activities. He 
was born 18 Oct. 1824 in Gartrop, near Wesel, in the Rhineland. He served 
his military duty with the 8th Hussar Regiment and after participating in 
the Bavarian Campaign, emigrated to America in 1849. In 1850 he came to 
Manitowoc, and 2 yrs. later in 1852 married Henriette Bartells with whom 
he had 2 sons, Henry and Otto. After the death of his wife, he married 
again in 1857, this time with Mrs. Auguste Puermann, a daughter of Dr. 
August Schenk, who brought a child from her first marriage to their family 
and subsequently they had together 2 more sons and 4 daughters. All of the 
children, with the exception of Eduard and Auguste, are married. In 1858 
Mr. Gerpheide and his family moved to Wheeling, Illinois, but returned in 
1860 and have lived in Manitowoc ever since. He owned and operated “Gerpheide’s 
Garten” and in addition to his work as a tavern keeper, he filled several
civic functions. Over the past 8 mos. he suffered from a combination of 
illnesses, and his death may be considered a release. His funeral on Sun. 
afternoon was heavily attended.
          ********
[cause: cancer of the bladder]


OTTO D. GERPHEIDE     cemetery #44

Manitowoc Herald-Times, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, Monday, July 13, 1936

Otto D. Gerpheide, 81, born in this city in 1855 and one of the early day 
tobacconists of Manitowoc, died suddenly at his home, 1524 Clark street, 
Sunday morning.
Death was due to a heart attack superinduced by excessive heat.
Despite his advanced age Mr. Gerpheide was active about the ---------------?
retired life for several years.  He suffered a fractured hip 11 years ago in 
a fall from a step ladder. 
   
Funeral Wednesday

Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Pfeffer funeral 
home.  Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery
Mr. Gerpheide was born here in 1855, a son of the late J. D. Gerpheide, who 
for many years owned the property now the site of the Holy Family hospital and 
known as Gerpheide's park. 
Mr. Gerpheide opened a tobacco store in what was formerly the Beers' property 
on South Eighth street and later moved to Washington street between Ninth and 
Tenth street.  He was a cigar manufacturer and dealer for more than 30 years.
Survivors are his widow, Mrs. Fredericka Gerpheide, whom he married more than 
50 years ago; two daughters, Mrs. E. W. Mackey, city, and Mrs. P. L. McCauley, 
New Jersey; two brothers, Edward, of Pasadena, Calif., August, South Bend, Ind.; 
three sisters, Mrs. H. H. Meyer, Minneapolis, Mrs. O. M. Rockhoff, Cleveland, Ohio.
The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home Tuesday evening and Wednesday 
morning.
(contributed by researcher/see contributors page)


SEJDA GERPHEIDE      cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1887:
Death of 10-mo. old Setta Gerpheide, daughter of Otto Gerpheide on 25
October. Burial will take place today.


GEORGE GESELL        cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, Dec. 24, 1891:
In Two Rivers:  Death here last week of 60 yr. old George Gesell of cancer. Burial 
was Sat. in the Lutheran Cemetery.  Also, death last week of a citizen of French 
descent by the name of St. Peter.  The funeral was conducted by the G.A.R. at the 
Catholic Cemetery.  Also, death today of the 4-mo. old daughter of Benedict Meyer. The 
funeral will be held next Sun. in the Catholic Cemetery.
(sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


MARIA GESELL     cemetery #89A

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Nov. 1903:
Death Sat. in Two Rivers of Mrs. Mary Gesell after a short illness. Mrs. Gesell was
born in Germany 02 Feb. 1828, then came to Two Rivers with her husband over 50 yrs.
ago where she has resided ever since. Her husband preceded her in death 12 yrs ago. She
is survived by 3 sons and 2 daughters. The funeral was held Tues. from the Lutheran
Church in Two Rivers.


JOHN CORNELIUS GESSERT     cemetery #82

CALLED BY DEATH
John Cornelius Gessert was called to his reward on Monday evening at
7 o’clock at his home in Kiel, after a lingering illness with a 
complication of diseases. Decedent was born in Liebenheim, Darmstadt, 
Germany, Dec. 23, 1852. When only one year old he was brought to this 
country with his parents, who settled in Sheboygan county. On Sept. 16, 
1880 he was united in marriage to Thekla Baumann. Eight yeats later the
family moved to Kiel, where he has since lived. Mr. Gessert was engineer 
at the Kiel Wooden Ware Co. for 34 years. Illness compelled him to give 
up his position in May 1922. He was a member of the Modern Woodmen and 
the Kiel Fire Department. As a citizen and neighbor he was friendly and 
obliging and will be missed by a host of associates. He was devoted to 
his family and worked consistently to advance their interests. He died 
as he lived, an honest man and true christian. Mr. Gessert is survived 
by his wife and three children, namely: Mrs. Hugo Lindner, and Mrs. Aug. 
Kirchner of Milwaukee, and Frederick Gessert of this city; also seven 
sisters and one brother, Fred. Gessert, Mrs. Margaret Klein, Mrs. 
Katherine Gerhart, Mrs. Eva Herges, Mrs. Lilly Reichert, Mrs. Anna Best, 
Mrs. Mathilda Gessert and Mrs. Dihnna Anderson. The funeral will be held 
this (Thursday) afternoon at 2 p. m. from the home, Rev. W. Rech 
officiating. Interment will be made in the Kiel cemetery. - 1924


THEKLA GESSERT   cemetery #82

End Comes Thursday, August 19, 1931
After Illness of Several Months
Following an illness of several months’ duration, Mrs. Thekla Gessert, 70, 
passed away at her home at 638 St. Paul street at the Seventh Street corner 
Thursday morning at about nine o’clock. During the past weeks many relatives 
and friends from near and far had visited with her.
Mrs. Gessert, nee Baumann, was born Dec. 29, 1860, at Rockville. On Sept. 16, 
1880, she was united in marriage to Cornelius Gessert, at St. Louis, Mo. Here 
the couple lived for two years, after which they moved to St. Cloud, living 
there for several years. Leaving St. Cloud, they removed to Plymouth for 
several years, and came next to Kiel, where they lived for the past 45 years. 
Mr. Gessert, who was engineer at the Kiel Wooden Ware Co. plant for many years,
preceded his wife in death Dec. 1, 1925.
Surviving are two children, Mrs. August Kirchner and Mrs. Hugo Lindner of 
Milwaukee. An only son, Fred, passed away here in September, 1928. Of ten 
brothers and sisters, eight survive. They are Edward Baumann of this city and 
Arthur Baumann of St. Cloud; Mrs. Hulda Barkley of St. Louis, Mo.; Mrs. William 
Obigt of Sheboygan; Mrs. Augusta Krembs and Mrs. Clara Messing of St. Paul, 
Minn.; Mrs. Jacob Stumpf of this city; and Mrs. Christian Iserloth of St. Cloud. 
One sister, Mrs. Minnie Rinnow, Racine, and a brother Ernest, Baumann of this 
city preceded her in death. Seven grandchildren and one great-grandchild also 
survive.
Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon at 2 p.m. from the home, with services 
at the St. Peter Reformed church at 2:30 o’clock. Interment was in the Kiel cemetery 
in the family lot. The Rev. E.L. Worthman performed the last rites.
Pall bearers were the following six nephews: William Baumann, Hilton Baumann, Carl 
Stumpf, Rosmus Iserloth, William Gessert, and Edgar Herges. The floral offerings were 
many and beautiful.