[ O ]   OBITUARIES

ELIZABETH OAS   cemetery #44

Mrs. John O. Oas, mother of the late Lt. Otto Oas, Manitowoc county's 
first World War I casualty, and ???? whom the Manitowoc post No. 659, 
Veterans of Foreign Wars, was named, died Friday afternoon following 
a brief illness.
Mrs. Oas, who was 82, had made her home in Manitowoc with a daughter, 
Mrs. Harry Richgels, 602 Marshall street, for the past year.
Funeral services are to be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the St. Paul 
Lutheran church, St. Clair and North 10th streets, Manitowoc, with 
the Rev. Myron Swanson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
cemetery,
Born Elizabeth Eggen in Racine in 1868, the deceased was married to 
John Oas in Lyle, Minn. in 1892. The couple came to Manitowoc in 1914, 
remaining until 1930 when they moved to Alban in Portage county. Mr. 
Oas died there in 1936.
Following her husband's death, Mrs. Oas live in Milwaukee and later in 
Mellen, Wis., with a daughter, Mrs. Carl Ruger, returning to Manitowoc 
about a year ago.
During her residence in Manitowoc Mrs. Oas was an active member of 
women's societies of the St. Paul Lutheran congregation.
Surviving, in addition to the two daughters, Mrs. Richgels and Mrs. 
Ruger, mentioned above, are four sons, Herbert, Russow, Phillip and 
Orin of Milwaukee, one brother, Gustav Eggen of Tuscon, Ariz., three 
sisters, Mrs. Rena Wilson of Minneapolis, Mrs. Lora Waldeland of 
Northfield, Minn., and Mrs. E.J. Larson of Virginia, Minn.; seven 
grandchildren and three great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home in Manitowoc 
from Sunday noon until 10 a.m. Monday when the body will be removed 
to the St. Paul church to lie in state until time of the services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, June 23, 1951 P.2


JOHN OAS   cemetery #44

John O. Oas, Formerly of This City, Dies; Age 69
John O. Oas, 69, former resident of this city, died Tuesday at Stevens 
Point after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held on Thursday afternoon at Stevens Point 
with the Rev. Johnson of the Norwegian Lutheran church officiating. The 
body will be brought to this city for interment in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. Oas was born on December 25, 1866 in this state. He married Elizabeth 
Eggen about 41 years ago. From 1914 to 1930 he lived in this city and was 
employed as carpenter at the Shipyards. In 1930 he moved to Alban in 
Portage county.
Survivors are the widow, Alban; two daughters, Mrs. C. Ruger, Milwaukee, 
and Mrs. Harry Richgels, city; four sons, Herbert, Neenah, Philip, Alban, 
Russell, Milwaukee, and Orin at Alban; three sisters, Mrs. O. Stensen, 
Alban, Mrs. G. Halverson, Stevens Points (sic), Mrs. T. Olstad, Iola; 
five grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 14, 1935 P.8
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[bur. 08-15-1935/d. at Plover, WI/cause: pulmonary tuberculosis]


OTTO G. OAS   cemetery #44

LIEUT. OAS' BODY HERE; FUNERAL IS SET FOR TUESDAY
The funeral of Otto Oas, who was killed during the war and whose 
body was returned to Manitowoc last night, will be held Tuesday, 
services being conducted both at the home of his parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. John Oas, 912 South Twentieth street, and at St. Paul's Lutheran 
church. All details are to be in charge of the American Legion and 
Co. H of the local guard, many of whose members saw overseas service. 
The sermon and religious services will be conducted by Rev. O.K. 
Espeseth, pastor of the church.
The body was brought here under escot. From Hoboken it was accompanied 
by Lieut. Bradley as far as Chicago and from Chicago by Sergt. Barnhart, 
who was detailed from Camp Grant for the purpose. It was shipped in a 
sealed casket, draped with the national colors supplied by the government. 
The remains were in a good state of preservation and were viewed by many 
friends during the day at the Frazier & Shimek chapel.
Lieut. Oas was wounded in France during the Argonne drive Aug. 4, 1918 
and died in American Hospital No. 6 at Bordeaux Jan. 3, 1919.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, November 6, 1920 P.1
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[bur 11-09-1920/cause: D.W.R.I.A/died in France 1-3-1919/bur on
John Oas lot]


HEINRICH OBERBILLIG   cemetery #13

(The following sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
Henry Oberbillig, b.15 Apr 1811, d.29 Dec 1901/b. Rheinland, Kreis 
Saarburg, Koenen, Prussia (Germany)/Son of Johann and Eva (Carl) 
Oberbillig/m. Margaretha Kaiser, 07 Jan 1840, St. Trinitus Catholic 
Church, Rheinland, Kreis Saarburg, Freudenburg, Prussia (Germany)
Henry and Margaretha emigrated to USA arriving in NY Sep 1852.
They had no children



MARGARETHA OBERBILLIG   cemetery #13

(wife of Henry Oberbillig/from record of St. Wendel Cath. ch.)
(The following sent in by researcher/see contributors page)
Margaretha (Kaiser) Oberbillig, b.14 Oct 1818, d.30 May 1901
b. Rheinland, Kreis Saarburg, Freudenburg, Prussia (Germany)
dau. of Matthias and Margaretha (Faha) Kaiser/Wife of Henry Oberbillig (1811).
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From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1901:
Death in Centerville on Thurs. last week of Mrs. Margarethe Oberbillig at the
advanced age of 82. The deceased, who was born in the Rhineland, came to America in
1852 with her now surviving husband, aged 92. The pair settled in Centerville and have
lived there ever since. The funeral was held Sat. morning at the Catholic Cemetery in St.
Wendel.


GURI OBERG   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Apr. 1907: 
Death Wednesday evening last week of 55-year old Mrs. Oliver Oberg of heart
disease. The deceased was born in Norway. Her husband died 7 years ago in a 
ship accident. She leaves one son and one daughter. The funeral was held 
Sunday afternoon.


CAPT. OLIVER OBERG   cemetery #44

DOWN TO HIS DEATH
Oliver Oberg of This City Loses Life While Aboard Barge Sage
HAD LIVED HERE MANY YEARS
News of Accident which Happened Near Detroit, 
Received Here Today Meagre Details as Yet
An old proverb says that life was but a fleeting shadow. When some 
terrible catastrophe puts an end to human existence in some sudden 
and unexpected manner this truth is brought home to each and every 
one. Particularly is this the case when he who is taken from earthly 
scenes is one whose life from childhood is known to a whole community. 
Never was the above statement more clearly exemplified than in the 
terrible news that was received at a home on North Main street this 
noon announcing that the steamer H.W. Sage in tow of the steamer 
Queen of the West had been engulfed in the St. Clair river and that 
she had carried down with her in the dark waters the body of Oliver 
Oberg. The cause of the frightful accident was a collision and the 
consequent sinking of the Sage have not as yet reached the city but 
it is said that Oberg was the only one of the crew to lose his life. 
At the time of the accident he was in the forecastle and was carried 
down to his death without warning and without any opportunity of 
escape. 
The Sage was on her way here with a cargo of coal for the C. Reiss 
company and was expected to arrive Wednesday. She has been running 
here all season and when last in port extensive repairs were made 
upon her. 
Mr. Oberg has lived in Manitowoc for many years. As a youth he was 
engaged in business with his father here and after the death of the 
latter went sailing. Deceased was about fifty-six years of age and 
was well known in marine circles. He built and owned the schooner 
Burt Barnes some years ago but sold her and three or four months back 
he shipped as wheelsman of the barge Sage. His sorrowing wife survives 
him as do also two children. Mrs. Theodore Upham, who resides near the 
city, and George, a sailor on the schooner Felicitous. The remains will 
be sent here for burial.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 30, 1900, Page 1
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The remains of Oliver Oberg, the unfortunate sailor who lost his life 
in the Sage disaster were brought here this noon. The funeral was held 
at Evergreen cemetery this afternoon at four o’clock, the body having 
been kept in the vault in the meantime. Rev. Thorsen of St. Paul’s 
Lutheran church officiated.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, August 02, 1900, Page 1
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[cause: drowning]


ALOIS OBERLAND   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 17 Sept. 1891:
Death yesterday morning of almost 46 yr. old Alois Oberland, 
a well-known citizen of this city. The deceased, who died of 
dropsy, was born 18 Oct. 1845. He leaves a widow and 6 children. 
The funeral will take this afternoon at 2 p.m.
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[cause: Brights disease]


ALOISIE OBERLAND   cemetery #44

Passed From Life.
Mrs. Aloisia Oberland died at her home on Wshington street 
at an early hour this morning. She died while her eyes were 
close in slumber and while the family supposed she was 
enjoying a restful sleep. She had been sick for about two 
weeks but her illness was not thought to be serious. All of 
the children, except Edward, were at home when she died. The 
bursting of a blood vessel in the brain was the cause of her 
death, though the physicians are of opinion that she suffered 
also from paralysis of the heart.
The deceased was born in Bohemia, May 11, 1849. She came to 
America with her husband in 1874. They came directly to this 
city to make their home. Mr. Oberland died about seven years 
ago. Five children survive, Anna, Rose, Amelia, Edward and 
Emanuel. All are residents of this city, though Edward is at 
present attending the university at Madison.
The deceased was a woman of many excellent traits of character 
and was held in high esteem by a large circle of friends and 
acquaintances. She did at all times that which to her seemed 
right and she has passed to the unknown realm leaving a record 
of a life work nobly done. 
The funeral services will be held at 2 o'clock Monday afternoon.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, December 10, 1898 P. 1
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Laid to Rest.
Funeral services over the remains of Mrs. Oberland were 
held at the late residence of the deceased at 2 o'clock 
this afternoon. There was a large attendance of relatives 
and friends and the casket was buried in a wealth of 
beautiful floral offerings, tributes of love and respect 
tendered to the memory of the deceased by those who knew 
her well in life and to whom she was near and dear. 
Appropriate remarks were made by C.H. Paulus in German and 
by John Nespor in Bohemian. Both speakers paid a high 
tribute to the exalted character and general worth of the 
deceased. Interment was held at Evergreen cemetery. The 
pall bearers were:-J.D. Lehmkuhl, Herman Reitz, John Mahnke, 
Fred Meyer, Christ Gielow, E.M. Carstens.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 12, 1898 P. 1
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Edward Oberland, student at the University, came down from Madison 
Saturday night to attend the funeral of his mother.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, December 12, 1898 P. 4
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Card of Thanks.
We desire to extend our heartfelt thanks to those kind friends who 
by tender ministrations and kindly sympathy brightened the hours of 
illness for our dear mother and made lighter the burden of sorrow 
which her death brought to her dear ones.
THE OBERLAND FAMILY.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, December 16, 1898 P. 1


PAUL V. OBERLAND

Oberland, Active Civic Leader, Dies
Paul V. Oberland of Manitowoc, retired manager of Mirro Aluminum Co., 
Manitowoc, foil division, and who had served on the Manitowoc Public 
Library Board more than 20 years, died Saturday at Memorial Hospital, 
Manitowoc. He was 67.
While a member of the library board, Oberland was its president, 
served on its building committee, and saw completion of the new 
library facility in 1967. Oberland was also on the Manitowoc County 
Library System Board.
In 1973 Oberland was elected by the Manitowoc County Board as a trustee 
of the Park Lawn Home. He was a former president and secretary of the 
Manitowoc Chamber of Commerce.
Oberland began working for Mirro Aluminum Co. in 1925 in the office 
supply division, then transferred to the research department, now 
product development; then to catalog division as assistant, later in 
charge of the catalog division. He was assistant to the manager of the 
advertising department, then transferred to premium sales division. 
Before becoming foil sales manager he had been assistant sales manager 
in the premium division.
Always active in civic affairs, Oberland was a member of the board of 
directors of the American Red Cross, Manitowoc County Chapter, and the 
Garden Club.
He had served on the board of directors of the Aluminum Foil Container 
Manufacturing Assc. and as its president, Oberland retired from Mirro 
in 1972.
Private funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home,
Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc
Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, September 14, 1974
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[d. 09-14-1974/age 67 yrs./bur. on Mr. and Mrs. Ernst L. Pleuss lot]
(14 Mar 1907/Sep 1974/SSDI)


VIKTOR OBERLAND   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Nov. 1893:
Suicide by poison of Victor Oberland, about 18, whose body was found Tues.
near the grave of his father, Alois Oberland in the city cemetery. The young
man worked in the drugstore of Mr. Oscar A. Alter. Burial will take place
tomorrow in the city cemetery. (The long article details the circumstances.)
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[cause: suicide]


MARY O'BOYLE    cemetery #60

From Der Nord Westen, 09 July 1903:
Death Wed. last week in Kaukauna of Mrs. Mary O'boyle. The body was
brought to Meeme, where the decedent formerly lived, and laid to rest there.
(Note: This is the only cemetery in the county with the O'Boyle surname)


ANNA O'BRIEN   cemetery #44

Mrs. Anna O'Brien, 84, who had been residing with a sister, 
Mrs. Clara Brixius, at 810 S. 28th St., Manitowoc, died 
Friday afternoon following a heart attack.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and 
Schlei Funeral Home and at 9:30 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic 
Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Clement P. Kern will 
officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mrs. O'Brien, the former Anna Chvala, was born March 18, 
1883, at Cooperstown, daughter of the late Frank and Susan 
Richdorf Chvala. She was married to James O'Brien 52 years 
ago at Two Rivers and he preceded her in death in 1944. 
Mrs. O'Brien came to Manitowoc in 1946 and established 
residence.
Besides her sister, she is survived by a son, James, of 
Milwaukee, two grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday 
until the time of services. The Rosary will be recited at 
7 p.m. Monday. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, June 3, 1967 P. 5
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[d. 06-02-1967/age 84 yrs.]
(b. 18 Mar. 1883/d. June 1967/SSDI)


BRIDGET O'BRIEN   Cemetery #55

Mrs. John O'Brien, 78 of 1210 South 17th street, died Sunday morning.  She
had been ill six weeks.
Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 9 a.m. from the Pfeffer funeral home
and at 9:30 from the St. Boniface church.  Burial will be in Maple Grove
Cemetery.
Mrs. O'Brien, nee Bridget Welch, was born in Toronto, Canada in 1861.  For
years Mr. and Mrs. o'Brien operated a farm near Grimms and came to this city
22 years ago.  Mr. O'Brien died 13 years ago.
Survivors are three daughters, a son, a brother, eight grand children and 
one great grand child.(edited for living)
She was a member of the St. Ann CMA society whose members will meet at the
funeral home tonight at 7 o'clock to recite the rosary.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald-Times, p 9 C5; Monday 11 Dec 1939
(Sent in by a researcher/See contributors pg.)


ELLEN O'BRIEN  (d. 1948)  cemetery #55

Miss Nellie O'Brien, 72, a native of the town of Maple Grove, died 
Thursday night at the home of Mrs. Patrick Guhin in that township, 
following an illness of several weeks.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at the St. Patrick 
Catholic church in Maple Grove with the Rev. Frank Schoettl officiating. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
A daughter of the late John and Mary O'Brien, the deceased was born on 
her parents Maple Grove farm in 1875. Never having married, she continued 
to make her home in the town throughout her life.
Miss O'Brien was a member and treasurer of the Altar society of the St. 
Patrick congregation.
The last member of the John O'Brien family, she is survived by a niece 
and several cousins in the Maple Grove area. In addition to her parents, 
six brothers and two sisters preceeded her in death.
The body may be viewed at the Watt funeral home in Maple Grove from 3 p.m. 
Saturday until the time of services Monday morning. The rosary will be 
recited there at 8 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 26, 1948 P.2


FRANK O'BRIEN   cemetery #46

DEATH IN THE FAR WEST 
Frank O'Brien, Who Left Here Two Months Ago. 
Stricken with Pneumonia WAS ILL BUT A FEW DAYS. 
Died Friday Morning and Body is Brought Here For Burial - 
Formerly Male Nurse At the Holy Family Hospital - 
Sister Resides Here. 
A message of death, carrying its weight of sorrow to the hearts 
of many friends in the announcement of the demise of Frank O'Brien, 
a former Manitowoc boy, flashed over the wires from Denver, Col., 
Friday night and came with the shock of a surprise, as it was not 
known that the life of the young man was in any danger. Mr. O'Brien 
was taken ill but a few days ago, and although friends here were 
notified, they were unaware of the seriousness of his condition. 
An attack of pneumonia caused the demise, which occurred Alma, 
Colorado, at 5 o'clock Friday morning. 
Frank O'Brien was born and reared in Manitowoc county and up to 
within two months ago was employed at the Holy Family hospital, 
where he had charge of the Water Cure department and performed the 
duties of masseur. He was also a nurse and assisted in the care of 
male patients. In November he decided to go west, where his father 
and brothers are engaged in mining and where he intended to work. 
He was appointed foreman at one of the mines and continued his 
service until taken ill, a cold developing pneumonia which proved 
fatal in a few days. 
Decedent was 20 years of age and a young man who had won the respect 
and esteem of Manitowoc citizens with whom he became acquainted. He 
was of retiring disposition and devoted his time to study in prep-
aration for higher ambitions in life. He was popular with his friends, 
and the sorrow caused in the announcement of his death will extend to 
many who knew him. It seems a cruel dispensation of Divine Providence 
which calls this life just in the beginning of its usefulness and 
at a time when the future was so filled with promise. Besides a 
father, three brothers, at Denver, and one sister, who is a teacher 
at the Silver Lake Convent survive. 
The body will be brought here for burial and will probably arrive 
tonight. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, January 19, 1901, p. 1 
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The remains of Frank O'Brien deceased at Denver, will not arrive here 
until Wednesday, and as yet it is not known when the funeral will be 
held. The announcement of the death o the young man was received with 
regret by many who knew him. 
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, January 21, 1901, p. 1 


JOHN O'BRIEN    Cemetery #55

JOHN O'BRIEN PIONEER, DIES AT GRIMMS
John O'Brien, well known resident of Grimms, died at the family home last
night aged 62 yrs.  He had been ill for several months.  The funeral will 
be held at Maple Grove Friday morning at 10 o'clock.  Mr. O'Brien who was 
born in Pensylvania came to Manitowoc county as a child and with exception 
of five years spent in this city, had resided at Grimms all of his life.  
He was married 28 years ago to the widow who with two daughters Lucy at 
home and Mrs. Ed. Barnes of this city survive.  Three brothers in Chicago 
and four sisters, one of whom Mrs. Ed Welch resides at Grimms and the 
others in Chicago survive.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wed. 26 May 1926; p. 2, col 4
(Sent in by a researcher/See contributors pg.)


MARTIN O'BRIEN   cemetery #55

WELL KNOWN MAPLE GROVE FARMER FOUND DEAD AT ROAD SIDE, 
VICTIM OF ACCIDENT
Martin O’Brien, a well known Maple Grove farmer prominent as a 
stock raiser and owner of a large farm, was found dead on the 
road one half mile from his home yesterday morning, a victim of 
a runaway accident. District attorney Brady, who was notified, 
decided that no inquest was necessary, circumstances establishing 
the death as due to accident. 
Mr. O’Brien had been thrown from his buggy when it was overturned 
at a sharp curve in the road, one half mile from his house. The 
unfortunate man fell upon his face and all indications were that 
he had been killed instantly, there being no evidence that the 
body had moved after striking the roadway. 
The dead body was found by employees of Mr. O’Brien who made 
search when the horse returned to the farm early yesterday 
morning without the buggy or owner. 
Mr. O’Brien had been at Wayside and was on his way home at the 
time of the accident. In being thrown from the buggy, Mr. O’Brien 
fell upon his face, and death is thought to have resulted from 
injury to the brain or temple. The horse had dragged the buggy 
several rods and then breaking free, had made its way back home. 
Employees heard the animal and when Mr. O’Brien did not appear at 
the house, started an investigation. Mr. O’Brien was 41 years of 
age and unmarried. He owned his farm and was prosperous. He was 
known in his section as a breeder of hogs and was popular in the 
community where he resided. Two brothers and two sisters survive 
Mr. O’Brien, whose funeral will be held at Maple Grove.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 16, 1918, Page 1


MARY O'BRIEN  (d. 1944)  cemetery #55

Miss Mary O'Brien, 76, lifelong resident of Maple Grove, died Sunday 
evening at the homestead farm, where she resided with her sister and 
brother.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Wednesday at the St. Patrick's 
Catholic church in Maple Grove with burial in the adjoining cemetery.
Miss O'Brein (sic) was born in Maple Grove in 1868, the daughter of the 
late John and Mary Linnane O'Brien. She was a member of the Altar society 
of the St. Patrick's congregation. Survivors are a brother, Dennis, sister, 
Nellie, both on the home farm, and a niece, Mrs. Florence Wheeler, of Los 
Angeles.
The body may be viewed after 7 o'clock this evening at the Watt funeral 
home, Maple Grove, where the rosary will be recited by the Altar society 
at 8:15 Tuesday evening.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, December 18, 1944 P.2


MARY ANN O'BRIEN   cemetery #16

Mrs. Patrick O'Brien, 78, nee Cashman, sister of former State Senator 
John E. Cashman of Denmark, died yesterday at the Cashman farm home 
following a long illness.
Funeral services will be held Thursday morning at 10 o'clock from the 
St. James Catholic church at Cooperstown.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, April 2, 1940 P.2


WILLIAM O'BRIEN   cemetery #55

HEAR OF DEATH OF A BROTHER
William O'Brien Dies in San Francisco
Word was received by his brother and sisters, Dennis, Mary and Nellie, 
in the town of Maple Grove, of the death at the Southern Pacific 
hospital at San Francisco Tuesday of William O'Brien. Mr. O'Brien, 
who was 60 and unmarried, left the county a quarter of a century ago 
and located at Reno where he was employed as a carpenter by the 
Southern Pacific Railway company. No details of the death were received 
here and Miss Nellie O'Brien started for the west immediately upon the 
receipt of the information. It is expected that the body will be returned 
to Maple Grove for burial.
Manitowoc Evening News, Friday, July 24, 1931 P.1


WILLIAM H. O'BRIEN  (d. 1972) cemetery #16

William O'Brien, 62, of Rt. 2, Denmark, died Monday afternoon at home.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at St. James Catholic 
Church, Cooperstown, with a concelebrated Mass by a brother-in-law, the 
Rev. Lambert Scanlan, of Lebanon and the Rev. James Geenan of Cooperstown. 
Burial will be in the church cemetery.
Mr. O'Brien was born Sept. 14, 1909, in the Town of Franklin, Kewaunee 
County, son of the late William and Margaret Marinan O'Brien. He married 
Eva Scanlan Jan. 15, 1935, at Cooperstown. Mr. O'Brien farmed all his life. 
He was a member of the Holy Name Society and Usher Society of St. James 
Catholic Church, Stangelville Catholic Order of Foresters, clerk of the 
Town of Franklin, director of the Denmark Co-op and chairman of the A.S.S.A.
Survivors include his wife, two sons and four daughters (Survivors omitted 
for privacy.); two sisters Mrs. Edward Fronk, of Manitowoc and Sister 
Bernadette, of Los Angeles; and eight grandchildren. A son, Patrick, and a 
daughter Maureen Rich, preceded him in death.
Friends may call at Dewane Funeral Home, Denmark, after 2 p.m. Wednesday. 
Parish wake service will be at 8 p.m. The Rosary will be recited at 8:30 p.m. 
by the Holy Name Society and Catholic Order of Foresters.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 29, 1972


CHARLES OCHS   cemetery #89A

CHARLES OCHS LIFE RESIDENT 2 RIVERS, DIES
(By Staff Correspondent)
TWO RIVERS, May 9.-Charles Ochs, life-long resident of Two Rivers, died at the 
home of his brother, Louis Ochs, 1511 Twenty-third street, at 3 o'clock yesterday 
aftenoon, death being due to hardening of the arteries. Mr. Ochs was born in Two 
Rivers June 22, 1861, and had been active up until several years ago, when he led 
a life of retirement, making his home with his brother.
Funeral services will be held Sunday afternoon from the home of his brother at 2 
o'clock, and from the Congregational church at 2:30, Rev. T.A. Hawkes to officiate. 
Burial will take place at Odd Fellows cemetery. Louis Ochs, a brother of the 
decedent, is the only living relative, Mr. Ochs being a bachelor. Several friends 
from away are expected here for the funeral services.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. May 9, 1924 P. 2


LOUIS OCHS  (d. 1941)   cemetery #89A

Louis H. Ochs, 76, past nobel grand of the Two Rivers lodge of Odd Fellows and 
custodian of the lodge quarters for the past several years, died at the Municipal 
hospital in that city late Monday afternoon. He had been in ill health for the 
past year.
Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon. Complete arrangements for the 
funeral will be announced Wednesday.
Mr. Ochs was a lifelong resident of Manitowoc county. He was born on a farm at 
Saxonburg Feb. 5, 1865 and for many years he farmed in that vicinity. Nearly 40 
years ago he moved to Two Rivers with his family. He took employment at the 
Eggers factory and worked there until about ten years ago. 
Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. George Goeddle of Waterloo, Ill., and Mrs. 
Arthur Francisco of Two Rivers; three sons, Walter of Racine, Louis, Jr., and 
Erwin of Waukegan, Ill., and nine grandchildren.
The body was taken to the Klein and Stangel, In., funeral home and may be viewed 
there until the time of the funeral.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 30, 1941 P. 2


LOUIS OCHS  (d. 1955)   cemetery #89A

Lewis Ochs, 52, former Two Rivers resident and brother of Mrs. Arthur Francisco 
of 2308 Monroe ????? (unreadable sentence) Chicago, where he had been a resident 
for nearly 30 years.
Funeral services will be held at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Klein & Stangel Inc., 
Funeral Home, Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Boehrdanz officiating. Interment will be 
in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Ochs, son of the late Louis and Odelia Reinwood Ochs, was born in Two Rivers 
in 1903. He left Two Rivers when he was a youth, settling in Chicago.
Besides his sister at Two Rivers, he leaves a daughter, (private) and a son, 
(private) of Baltimore, Md., a sister, Mrs. George Goeddel of Waterloo, Ill.; and 
two brothers, Walter of Racine and Ervin of Waukegan, Ill.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 9 a.m. Wednesday until the time of 
services.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 5, 1955 P. 15


ODELIA OCHS   cemetery #89A

MRS. L. OCHS DIES, ILLINOIS
Well Known Resident Meets Death While On Visit
Funeral services for Mrs. Louis Ochs, 65, well known local resident who died 
Friday morning at the home of her niece, Mrs. A.J. Walsh at Highwood, Ill., 
have not yet been completed. The remains will arrive here early Sunday night 
and will be taken to the C.J. Jansky funeral home.
Mrs. Ochs had apparently been in good health when she left here last Sunday 
to visit with her son in Racine, and later went to Highwood to visit her niece. 
She underwent an operation here earlier in the year and her health was 
considerably improved.
Mrs. Ochs, nee Odelia Reinwand, was born in the town of Mishicot, October 5, 
1867, a member of one of the town's earliest families. Forty-five years ago 
she was married in Mishicot to Louis Ochs, who survives her. After two years 
on the farm they moved to Two Rivers where they resided on 23rd street ever 
since.
Mrs. Ochs was well know in fraternal circles in Two Rivers, and was serving 
as noble grand of the Rebekahs after holding practically all of the offices 
of the order. She was also an active member of Grace Congregational church.
Besides her husband Mrs. Ochs leaves two daughters, Mrs. Clara Goedel of 
Waterloo, Ill., and Mrs. Josephine Francisco of this city, and three sons, 
Walter of Racine, Louis of Evanston, Ill., and Ervin of Waukegan, Ill. She 
also leaves a brother, Andrew Reinwand of Marshfield, Wis. There are nine 
grandchildren.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. August 12, 1933 P. 12


OLGA OCHS   cemetery #90

Mrs. Paul L. Ochs, 54, of R. 1, Elkhart Lake, died early today at St. 
Nicholas Hospital, just four weeks to the day after she entered the 
hospital.  The former Olga Brass, she was born June 30, 1904, in the 
town of Herman, a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cornelius Brass.  She was 
baptized and confirmed at St. John Evangelical and Reformed Church in 
town Herman.  On June 30, 1928, she was married to Paul L. Ochs.  The 
couple celebrated their 30th wedding anniversary last June.  Since 
their marriage, the couple operated a farm near Elkhart Lake.  Mrs. 
Ochs was a life-long member of St. John’s  Church, a member of the 
church choir and a Sunday School teacher.  
Survivors are her husband; three daughters, (private); her mother, 
Mrs. Anna Brass; two grandchildren and a sister, Mrs. Walter Wegner 
of R. 1, Elkhart Lake.  A twin daughter, Ruth and her father preceded 
her in death.  
Funeral services will be held at St. John Evangelical and Reformed 
Church in Town Herman, with the Rev. E. L. Henning, pastor, officiating.  
Burial will be in the family lot in the church cemetery. 
Sheboygan Press, August 25, 1958


ADELIA O'CONNELL  cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 22 Nov. 1900:
Death at age 16 on Thurs. of Adele O'Connell, the only daughter 
of Marshall Street resident widow O'Connell, of consumption.


ELLA C. O'CONNELL   cemetery #1

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Feb. 1896: 
Death on Thurs. of 46 yr. old Mrs. O’Connell, wife of Clarks Mills resident Dr.
O’Connell, of inflammation of the lower abdomen. She is survived by her
husband and 2 children. The burial took place Saturday.


EMMA O'CONNELL   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 18 June 1903:
Death here Sun., following a long illness, of Mrs. Emma O'Connell, widow 
of the late James O'Connell who died 4 yrs. ago. Mrs. O'Connell was born 
here 01 Nov. 1862 as the daughter of Mr. K. Auberg. In addition to her 
husband she is survived by 2 sisters. The funeral was held yesterday 
afternoon in the city cemetery.
*******
FATHER, CHILD, MOTHER GONE.
Within Five Years Death Exterminates entire O'Connell Family.
Death summons, which came to her late Sunday afternoon, released 
Mrs. Emma O'Connell from weary years of suffering and brought 
reunion with the daughter and husband over whose deaths within a 
short period she had sorrowed much. Mrs. O'Connell was the widow 
of the late James O'Connell, whose death occurred four years ago 
and was followed two years later by the death of the daughter of 
the family. Since that time the widowed mother had suffered 
greatly and death was a release which she welcomed. Deceased was 
born in this city November 1, 1862 and with the exception of one 
year's residences at Kaukauna had always made her home here. She 
was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. K. Auburg who survive her. Two 
sisters, Luella and Clara, also survive her. The funeral will 
take place Wednesday afternoon from St. Paul's Norwegian Lutheran 
church and interment will be at Evergren cemetery.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 15, 1903 P.1
*******
[cause: tuberculosis]


GEO. C. O'CONNELL  cemetery #1

From Der Nord Westen, 09 Mar. 1899:
Death Sat. morning of the 17-yr. old son of Dr. O'Connel in Cato of pneumonia. The 
funeral service was held in the Pine Grove Church and burial was in Cato. About 100 
vehicles were in the funeral procession.


GEORGE H. O'CONNELL  (d. 2007)  cemetery #77

George H. "Harold" O'Connell, age 84, of Pocatello, Idaho, 
passed away on Jan. 26, 2007, following a short illness. 
He was born April 6, 1922 in Maple Grove, son of the late
George and Frances (Cavanaugh) O'Connell. George retired 
after 35 years of service with the Union Pacific Railroad 
in Pocatello, Idaho. Harold was an avid sports fan and 
especially loved the Green Bay Packers. 
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Harold was preceded in death by his parents; four brothers: 
Sherman, Clifton, Gerald and Norbert; three sisters-in-law: 
Athlyn, Grace and Phyllis; one nephew: Keith O'Connell; and 
one niece: Peggy Connors. 
A memorial Mass will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 8, 
2007, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Brillion, with Father 
Mathew Simonar officiating. Burial will be in the St. Mary 
Cemetery, Reedsville. Friends may call at the church on 
Thursday from 6 p.m. until the time of Mass. 
The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville, assisted the family 
with arrangements. 
Herald Times Reporter, Feb. 6, 2007 


HARRY O'CONNELL   cemetery #55

From Der Nord Westen, 23 Aug. 1906:
3-year old Harry, son of Michael Connell in Maple Grove, was playing 
with a tub in the garden Tuesday afternoon. There was water in the 
tub into which he fell face down and drowned despite the water being 
only 9 inches deep. The mother found the child soon after, but he was 
already dead, and all attempts at resuscitation by the quickly summoned 
doctor were to no avail.


LEO M. O'CONNELL   cemetery #44

Leo M. O'Connell, 68, of 1004 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon 
at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Thursday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral 
Home and at 10:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. 
Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in the Evergreen Cemetery, 
Manitowoc.
Mr. O'Connell was born Nov. 26, 1902, in the Town of Maple Grove, son of the 
late Michael H. and Margaret Driscoll O'Connell. He had been employed as a 
garage mechanic retiring several years ago. He married Lucille Shimon June 14, 
1927, at Reedsville.
Survivors include his wife, two sons, a brother, Morgan R. of Whitelaw, two 
sisters, Mrs. Edward Fritsch of Manitowoc and Mrs. Peter Werner of Milwaukee 
and seven grandchildren. Four brothers and two sisters preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Wednesday where a memorial 
service will be held at 8 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 11, 1971
********
[d. 01-10-1971/age 68 yrs.]
(26 Nov 1902/Jan 1971/SSDI)


LIZZIE O'CONNELL   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 19 Feb. 1891: 
Death on Fri. in Kaukauna of Mrs. Elisabeth O’Connell, 25 yr. old 
daughter of Leonhard Schurr. Her body was brought here and buried 
Mon. in the city cemetery.
*******
[cause: heart disease]


MORGAN O'CONNELL  (d. 1916)  cemetery #55

Morgan Connel (sic), well known resident of Maple Grove, died at 
his home there surrounded by his wife and family, Tuesday evening. 
The funeral will be held tomorrow at Maple Grove.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, February 4, 1916 P.3
********
(No. 10. 1st publication Feb. 12, '16.)
Notice to Prove Will and Notice to Creditors
STATE OF WISCONSIN, COUNTY COURT, MANITOWOC COUNTY-IN PROBATE.
In Re Estate of Morgan Connell, deceased.
Notice is hereby given, That at the General term of said court to be 
held on the first Tuesday (being the 7th day) of March, A.d., 1916, at 
the court house in the city of Manitowoc, county of Manitowoc, and 
state of Wisconsin, there will be heard and considered the application
 of James O'Connell to admit to probate the last will and testament of 
Morgan Connell, late of the town of Maple Grove, in said county, 
deceased, and for the appointment of an administrator with will annexed;
Notice is Hereby Further Given, That at the Special term of said court 
to be held at said court house on the 2nd Tuesday, (being the 13th day) 
of June, A.D., 1916, there will be heard, considered and adjusted, all 
claims against said Morgan Connell, deceased;
An notice is hereby further given, That all such claims for examination 
and allowance must be presented to said county court at the court house, 
in the city of Maanitowoc (sic), in said county and state, on or before 
the 13th day of June, A.D., 1916, or be barred.
Dated February 10, 1916.
By the Court, John Chloupek, County Judge.
Healy & Joyce, Attorneys.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, February 12, 1916 P.4
********
Resolution On the Death Of MORIGAN(sic) O'CONNELL
St. Patrick's Court, No. 1165, C.C. F., at their regular meeting 
held Feb. 9, 1916, adopted the following resolutions:
Whereas, Brother Morigan O'Connell, after a lingering illness has 
been taken by his Heavenly Father from this world of care and sorrow, 
and
Whereas, Brother O'Connell was a charter member of St. Patrick's 
Court No. 1165, C.O.F., and was always an earnest worker and a 
faithful brother in the ranks of the Catholic Forrestry, therefore 
be it
Resolved, That bowing to will of our all-wise and all-merciful God we 
nevertheless deeply mourn and regret the loss of our beloved brother, 
and be it
Resolved, That trusting that the Almighty God will lighten their 
sorrows in this world and amply reward them in the better world to 
come, St. Patrick's Court, No. 1165, extends to the bereaved wife 
and family our sincere sympathy in the death of our beloved brother 
and be further
Resolved, That our charter be draped in mourning for the next sixty 
days. That these resolutions be spread on the minutes at this court 
and a copy to be sent to the wife and family of our departed brother,
P.W. Cavanaugh.
Maple Grove, Chief Ranger
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, February 17, 1916 P.11


R. S. O'CONNELL   cemetery #1

From Der Nord Westen, 12 Dec., 1907:
Dr. Richard S. O’Connell of Cato, who we recently reported as having suffered
a stroke, died Monday morning from its effects. He was born in the State of 
New York and has been a practicing doctor in Cato since 1873. He leaves his 
widow and a son. The funeral was held Tuesday morning in Cato.


SHERMAN O'CONNELL   cemetery #43

O'CONNELL, Sherman-Age 35 years. 1701 Meadow Lane. Died Wednesday, June 26th 
at the Holy Family hospital. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday 
from the Pfeffer fuenral home and at 9 o'clock fromthe St. Paul's Catholic church. 
Rev. Martin Jackels will officiate. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. The body 
may be viewd at the funeral home after 7 p.m. Thursday. Rosary will be recited at 
7 p.m Friday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 27, 1946 P. 18


ANN O'CONNOR   cemetery #6

Miss Ann O'Connor, 22, of Whitelaw, died Sunday evening as the result 
of an automobile accident in Calumet County.
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Wednesday at Saur Funeral Home, 
Kellnersville, and at 10:30 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, Whitelaw. 
The Rev. Richard Heyman will officiate and burial will be in St. Mary 
Cemetery, Clark Mills.
Miss O'Connor was born June 12, 1951, at Stambaugh, Mich., daugher of Mrs. 
Mabel Des Jarlair O'Connor and the late Ervin O'Conner. She attended St. 
Michael Parochial School and was graduated from Valders High School with 
the Class of 1969. She was a senior at Silver Lake College, majoring in 
special education. She presently was attending summer classes at the college. 
She also was employed at Maple Crest Nursing Home, Whitelaw, as a nurses aide.
(Survivors omitted for privacy.)
Her father, Ervin, and a brother, John, proceded her in death.
Friends may call at Saur Funeral Home, Kellnersville, after 3:30 p.m. Tuesday 
until the time of service Wednesday. The Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. 
Tuesday.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. July 2, 1973


ELSIE O'CONNOR   cemetery #83

Mrs. James O'Connor, Sr., died yesterday afternoon at 5 o'clock at  
her home in Reedsville.  Funeral services will be held at 9 o'clock  
Thursday morning at Reedsville Co-operative Funeral home and at 9:30  
at St. Mary's Catholic church with the Rev. William Koutnik  
officiating.  Friends may call from 7 o'clock tonight until the time  
of services.  Born on Feb. 8, 1890, in Town Meeme, Elsie Hauch, she  
married James O'Connor in 1919.  Surviving are her husband; 10  
children (names omitted for privacy); a grandchild; four brothers,  
Walter of Nashville, Tenn., Ray of Chicago, Leo of Shoto, and Math of  
Chilton, and three sisters, Mrs. J.J. Silbernagle of DePere, Mrs.  
Alex Lulloff of Kiel, and Mrs. George Hertel of Kiel.
Sheboygan Press, Tues. June 15, 1948, p. 20, c. 5


FRANCIS X. O'CONNOR   cemetery #43

Funeral services for Francis (Tom) O'Connor, 61, of 1716 Washington St.,
Manitowoc, who died Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, will be
at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St.
Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider
will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. O'Connor was born Dec. 12, 1901, at Manitowoc, son of the late Benjamin
and Catherine Scherer O'Connor. He married Verona C. Kaufman June 26, 1940,
at Manitowoc. Mr. O'Connor worked as an electrician for the Bechtel Corp.
at the Point Beach nuclear power plant, and was a member of the Electricians
Local 751.
Survivors include his wife; two sons, two daughters, a brother, Robert, of
Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Margaret Bartleme and Mrs. John Bull, both
of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Eugene Polinski, of Chicago. Two brothers preceded 
him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday where at 8 p.m.
wake services will be conducted.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, December 28, 1968  page 5


MARGARET O'CONNOR   cemetery #89A

Mrs. John J. O'Connor, 58, of 1619-16th St., Two Rivers, a member of a 
prominent early Two Rivers family, an Air Force nurse in World War II, 
died Sunday afternoon at the U.S. Veterans Administration Hospital at 
Madison, where she was a patient for the past two weeks. She had been 
in failing health for nearly a year.
Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Grace Congregational 
Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Richard H. Trump officiating. Burial will 
be in Pioneer's Rest Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mrs. O'Connor, nee Margaret Baetz, was born at Two Rivers, Oct. 18, 1903, 
a daughter of the late Arthur and Ella Estey Baetz. Her father was editor 
and publisher of the old Two Rivers Weekly Reporter from 1913 to its 
conversion to a daily newspaper in 1928, and her grandfather, the late 
Andrew Baetz, was an early Two Rivers mayor.
Mrs. O'Connor attended the old H.P. Hamilton Public Grade School and was 
graduated from Two Rivers High School with the class of 1920. She enrolled 
in the St. Joseph Hospital School of Nursing at Marshfield and became a 
registered nurse. Several years after her graduation she went to New 
York City and served for a number of years in one of the city's leading 
hospitals. She entered the service in World War II Nov. 30, 1943 and was 
discharged a first lieutenant at Camp Dix, N.J. April 25, 1946 after 
serving during the period as a nurse at Regional L. Station at Coral 
Gables, Fla. She was married in 1946 to John J. O'Connor who survives 
her.
Besides her husband she leaves two sisters, Mrs. A.L.M. Bixler, of Ambler, 
Pa., and Mrs. Richard H. Brown of New York, N.Y., now in Greece, and a 
brother, Arthur Byron Baetz, of St. Paul, Minn.
Friends may call at Klein and Stangel, Inc. Funeral Home, Two Rivers, 
after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Tuesday(sic) when the casket will be 
taken to the church where the body will lie in state untilt he time of 
service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, March 26, 1962 P. 5


MARGARET O'CONNOR  (d. 1916)   cemetery #55

Mrs. Martin O'Connel (sic), a former well known resident of 
Maple Grove, died at her home at Appleton Friday and the body 
was brought to Maple Grove for burial today. Mrs. O'Connel is 
survived by her husband and ten children. The family removed 
from Maple Grove to Appleton a year ago.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 3, 1916 P.3
********
On Friday morning, March 31, the soul of Mrs. Martin O'Connor entered
the "City Eternal." Up to a few weeks from her death she was in the 
best of health. The cause of her death was typhoid pneumonia. At first
Mrs. O'Connor was a victim of la grippe but she suffered a relapse,
which later developed into typhoid pneumonia. The best of medical aid
was obtained but of no avail.
Mrs. O'Connor was formerly Margaret Rowhan. She was married to Martin
O'Connor and up to two years ago has resided in the twon of Maple Grove.
She was a loving wife and mother and will be missed by a host of 
friends.
The funeral mass was held at St. Mary's church in Appleton, of which
she was a member. The funeral took place at Maple Grove.
She is survived by a husband and six sons and four daughters, namely:
John, James, Emmet, William, Clarence, Edwin, Catherine, Florence,
Myrtle and Frances.
The funeral was one of the largest held at Maple Grove for some time.
Her six sons were pall bearers. The community unites in sympathy for 
the heart-broken family. May she rest in peace.
(Long poem)
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, April 8, 1916, P.4


MARIA O'CONNOR   cemetery #22

Name: O'Conner, Mary W.
D.: 2/23/1870
B.:
Reg. D.: 11/28/1870
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 18 Yrs.
B.P.:
D.P.: Tn. Eaton
Cem.: St. Nazianz
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: Rev. Oschwald
Spouse:
F.:
M.:
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.89


MARTIN O'CONNOR  (d. 1878) cemetery #55
 
(From the Manitowoc Co. Chronicle, Tuesday, Nov. 19, 1878):
The death of Martin O'Connor was a rather sad affair. It occurred Nov.
9th. It was rumored at first that the cause of his death was an internal
injury received while wrestling, but we have been informed since that
death resulted from a long standing disease.


MARTIN O'CONNOR  (d. 1921)  cemetery #55

MAPLE GROVE PIONEER DIES AT APPLETON
Martin O'Conners, pioneer settler of Maple Grove and a resident there
up to six years ago when he removed to Appleton to make his home, died
at Appleton Sunday and the body will be taken to Maple Grove, Wednesday
for burial,. It is expected that services will be held at Appleton and
that burial will be held from the train upon its arrival at Reedsville,
burial being at Maple Grove.
Mr. O'Connors was 63 years of age and for years was prominent as a 
farmer of the county, is survived by four sons and three daughters, Mrs.
O'Connors having died three years ago.
Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, August 1, 1921


MRS. RICHARD O'CONNOR   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1908: 
Death here late Wednesday night last week of Mrs. Richard O'Connor, mother
of postal carrier O'Connor. She leaves her sorrowing husband and 4 children.
The funeral was held Saturday.


RICHARD O'CONNOR   cemetery #43

From Der Nord Westen, 04 Nov. 1909:
Death Sunday of 83-year old Richard O’Connor, a well-known resident of our
city, of old age debility. He has lived here since 1856 and is survived by a son and 3
daughters. The funeral was held yesterday morning from the Catholic Church on the
North Side.


MICHAEL O'DONNELL   cemetery #44

FORMER CITY ALDERMAN IS DEAD, AGE 72
Michael J. O'Donnell Succumbs At Home On North Sixth Street Monday Night
Michael J. O'Donnell, 72 (photo), former alderman, veteran railroad man and 
retired life insurance district agent, died Monday night at his home 812 North 
Sixth street.
He was seriously ill for two months. Mr. O'Donnell retired from active business 
life in 1933.
Funeral Thursday
Funeral services will be held Thursday at 8:30 a.m. from the home and at 9 o'clock 
from the Sacred Heart church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery.
Mr. O'Donnell was born at Rio, near Portage, Wis., in 1864, a son of Mr. and Mrs. 
Michael O'Donnell Sr. When a boy his parents moved to Oshkosh where he completed 
school and at the age of 20 entered the employ of the Milwaukee Lake Shore and 
Western road, which later was absorbed by the North Western system.
His first post was a railroad clerk in the company offices at Bessemer, Mich. Then 
followed 30 years connection with railroading. He was located at Ashland, Antigo, 
Eland and other points on the North Western system. In 19??, while serving as agent 
at Antigo, he was named to the agency at Manitowoc. Since then he has made this 
city his home.
Resigned in 1916
In 1916 Mr. O'Donnell resigned his postion with the North Western road to take 
the district agency here for the Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance company. He 
filled the district agency mangagement in Manitowoc for 17 years, retiring in 
1933.
In 1919 Mr. O'Donnell was nominated a candidate for second ward alderman and 
elected in April of that year to serve two years. Later he was a candidate for 
mayor.
Mr. O'Donnell was an ardent baseball fan and in the years when Manitowoc was a 
member of the Lake Shore league served on the board of directors of the local 
club.
Fraternally he was a member of the Manitowoc lodge of Elks, Knights of Columbus 
and Catholic Order of Foresters. He was also a member of the Holy Name society 
of the Sacred Heart congregation.
Married in 1891
In 1891 Mr. O'Donnell married Miss Ellen Collins. The widow survives with three 
daughters, Mrs. George Koebke, Misses Mariona nd Florence, all of this city; a 
brother, M.P. O'Donnel, Antigo; and a sister, Mrs. J.J. McNamara, River Forest, 
Ill. Manager William H. O'Donnell of the Hotel Manitowoc is a nephew.
The body was removed to the home this afternoon from the Pfeffer funeral home. 
The Holy Name society will meet at the home Wednesday evening to recite the 
rosary. 
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 15, 1936 P. 2
*******
[bur. 12-17-1936/age 72 yr./cause: myocarditis/bur. on M.J. O'Donnell lot]


KATIE OELHOFF   cemetery #82

Death Comes at Age of 68; Lived With Son
The victim of peritonitis, Mrs. Katie Oelhoff, 68, died at the home 
of her son William at 853-34th street at Milwaukee at 3 p.m. April 1. 
News of the death was telephoned to the Record several hours later by 
Mr. Oelhoff from Milwaukee. Funeral services will be held at Milwaukee 
and also at Kiel, where burial will be made. Complete arrangements had 
not been made when Mr. Oelhoff telephoned, but he thought that burial 
would probably be made on Friday here.
The deceased, nee Lawrence, was born May 3, 1862 at Hayton. She was 
married June 2, 1880, the couple making their home in Kiel. Her husband 
preceded her in death May 25, 1917. Two children were born to the couple 
- a son, William, and a daughter, Miss Eleanor, who are residing in 
Milwaukee, and with whom she had made her home for the past ten years. A 
grandson, Howard, also survives.
Her passing is also mourned by two sisters, Mrs. Anna Krackenberger of 
Milwaukee, and Mrs. Emma Hart of Seattle, Wash., and two brothers, Warren 
Lawrence of Collins and Seldon Lawrence until recently of Kiel, and a half 
brother, Will Evers, who resides at Dorchester.


JOHANN W.E. OEHLDRICH   cemetery #14

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Aug. 1896: 
Death early Mon. in Cleveland, of Johann Oehldrich. 
He was born 05 Dec. 1821 in Mecklenburg-Strelitz, and 
came to Wisconsin with his brother in the ‘50’s. He 
was a member of Company G, 17th Wisconsin Infantry 
Regiment, and since he never married, always lived 
with relatives. In recent years he resided with Mr.
Friedrich Hemb in Cleveland, whose wife was a niece 
of the deceased. The deceased, who died of cancer, 
was buried yesterday afternoon in the private cemetery
in Centerville.


ADOLPH OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

ADOLPH OEHMICHEN, 90 YEAR OLD MEEME PIONEER, PASSES
Adolph Oehmichen, 90, Meeme resident for the past seventy-six years, 
died yesterday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Edward Langenhahn. 
He was born in Germany in 1841 and came to this country with his 
parents and for 76 years lived on the homestead where he died 
yesterday.
On January 9, 1867 he was married to Miss Christina Sohn and to this 
union eight children were born, three of whom survive. They are 
Reinhold Oehmichen, Kiel, and Mrs. E. Langenhahn, town of Meeme. There 
are also eight grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren and five great-
great-grandchildren, and a sister, Mrs. Mary Henschel. Mrs. Oehmichen 
preceded her husband in death Nov. 23, 1912.
Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon at 1:30 from the home 
and at 2 o'clock from the St. Jacobi church at Spring Valley.
Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Thursday, December 31, 1931 P. 1


E. MINNA OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

From Der Nord Westen, 13 Aug. 1896: 
The family of Adolph Oehmichen of Town Meeme is mourning the death 
of their daughter Mina, who died last Sat. evening of consumption. 
She was 21 yrs. 6 mos. of age and beloved by all. She was engaged 
to Mr. John Wolters, and the wedding had been postponed as a result 
of her illness. The funeral took place Tues. afternoon at the St. 
Jakob Cemetery in Meeme.


M. LOUISE OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

Name: Oehmichen, Marie Louise
D.: 9/20/1877     B.: 10/13/1876
Reg. D.: 10/22/1877  sex: f/w
Age at death: 11 mo.
B.P.: Meeme
D.P.: Meeme
Cem: Meeme
Ch.:
Inf. & Address:
Spouse:
F.: Adolph Oehmichen
M.: Christine Oehmichen
Cause of Death: whooping cough
Add Info.: The above child was very weak constitution - farmer
Pg.# v.1 p.99 also v.1 p.230


REINHOLD OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

Reinhold L. Oehmichen, 71, former Spring Valley farmer, died Sunday 
evening in a Sheboygan hospital after a lingering illness.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 3 p.m. from the Ballhorn 
funeral home, Sheboygan, with interment in the St. Jocobi cemetery 
at Spring Valley.
Mr. Oehmichen was born at Meeme in 1867 and attended district schools 
of the town. In 1892 he married Miss Emma Klessing. They located on a 
farm near Spring Valley. He was a member of the St. Jacobi Evangelical 
Reformed church of Spring Valley.
Survivors are the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Paul Thogerson, of Chicago, 
Mrs. Melvin Wagner of Milwaukee. A son Walter, died in 1913.
The body is at the Ballhorn funeral home in Sheboygan.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, April 11, 1939 P. 2


W. BERTHA OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

Name: Oehmiken, Bertha Wilh.
D.: 9/5/1872
B.: 8/11/1871
Reg. D.: 12/30/1872
Sex: F/W
Age at Death: 1 Yr. 25 Da.
B.P.: Tn. Meeme
D.P.: Tn. Meeme
Cem.: St. Jacobi Tn. Meeme
Ch.:
Inf. & Address: John Holzapfel
Spouse:
F.: Adolph Oehmiken
M.: Christina Oehmiken
Cause of Death:
Pg. #: v.1 p.135


W. EDMUND OEHMICHEN   cemetery #61

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Aug. 1896: 
The family of Adolph Oehmichen of Town Meeme, has been thrown into 
deep sadness. Only a week has gone by since their beloved 21 yr. 
old daughter was carried to the grave, and now the angel of death 
has taken their 23 yr. old son, Edmund. The young man died last Sun. 
of a cerebral hemorrhage. On Tues. afternoon his casket was laid 
beside that of his sister in St. Jakobs Cemetery.


CYRILLA OELERICH   cemetery #83

Mrs. Oscar Oelerich, 50, of Route 1, Kiel, died early Monday morning at her 
farm home, one-half mile east of Kiel, after a lingering illness.
Nee Cyrilla Wingers, she was born March 24, 1900, at Charlesburg, the daughter 
of Matthew and Susannah Lauer Wingers.  She was married to Oscar Oelerich at 
Holy Rosary church, New Holstein, on September 12, 1917.
The couple made their home on a farm in the town of New Holstein until two and 
one-half years ago when they purchased the farm near Kiel.
Mrs. Oelerich was a member of the Christian Mothers’ society of Ss. Peter and 
Paul, Kiel, and was affiliated with the American Legion auxiliary at New 
Holstein.
Survivors are her husband, a daughter, Mrs. Adam (Elsie) Franzen, St. Ann, four 
grandchildren; four sisters, Mrs. Susan Muellenbach, Mrs. Kilian Strobel and Mrs. 
Julianna Grady, Milwaukee, and Mrs. W. R. Lockhart, Chicago; and four brothers, 
Peter of Breckenridge, Minn., Mike of Milwaukee, Leo of Mt. Calvary and John of 
Marytown.
Her parents, one sister and two brothers preceded her in death.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at the Meiselwitz Funeral home, 
Kiel, and at 10 a.m. at Ss. Peter and Paul church.  The Rev. F. X. Khell, pastor, 
will officiate.  Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The Sheboygan Press – Monday, September 11, 1950 – P. 2


OSCAR M. OELERICH   cemetery #83

Oscar M. Oelerich, 68, of R. 1, Kiel, a retired Town of Schleswig  
farmer, died suddenly at his home Saturday evening after a heart  
attack.  He was born Sept. 17, 1892 at Mt. Calvary, son of the late  
August and Mary (Achter) Oelerich.  The family moved to Chilton where  
he attended St. Mary's Catholic School. He married the former  
Cyrillia Wingers of Charlestown on Sept. 12, 1917.  The couple farmed  
near New Holstein until 1948 when they moved to a farm in Town  
Schleswig.  Mrs. Oelerich died in 1950.  On Oct. 15, 1952, he married  
Lydia Lilge Prange of Louis Corners.  Mr. Oelerich served in the U.S.  
Army from April, 1918 to June, 1919 and was with the American  
Expeditionary Force in France from September, 1918, to May, 1919.  He  
was a member of the Tri-County VFW Post of Kiel.  Survivors include  
his widow; one daughter; three step-daughters (names omitted for  
privacy); three sisters, Mrs. Frank Wagner of Van Dyne, Mrs. Marty  
Kraft of Sullivan and Mrs. Lothar Funke of Hilbert; a brother John of  
Oakfield and four grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by four  
sisters and two brothers.  Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m.  
Wednesday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. George  
Kiefer, officiating.  Burial will be in Ss. Peter and Paul Cemetery,  
Kiel.  Members of the VFW Tri-County Post will hold military rites at  
the graveside.  Friends may call at the funeral home from 2:00 p.m.  
Tuesday until time of services.
Sheboygan Press, Mon. Aug. 14, 1961, p. 12, c. 5


LEONA M. OELKE   cemetery #44

Mrs. Cecil R. Oelke, 66, of 1124A S. Seventh St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday 
morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and 
at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. John Hephner 
will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mrs. Oelke, nee Leona M. Proulx, was born July 19, 1906, in Prairie du Chien, 
daughter of the late Al and Mary Proulx.
She was married to Cecil Oelke Jan. 21, 1927, at Milwaukee. The couple moved 
to Manitowoc in 1948.
Survivors include her husband, three sons, Norman and Darwin, of Manitowoc 
and Richard, of Two Rivers, a brother, Harris, of Cloquet, Minn., a twin 
sister, Mrs. Henry Enz, of Casville and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday where a wake 
service will be held at 7 p.m.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. December 5, 1972
*******
[d. 12-05-1972/age 66 yrs./wife of Cecil R. Oelke]
(19 Jul 1906/Dec 1972/SSDI)


ALBERT H. OEMICHEN   cemetery #82

Following several heart strokes the past week Albert Oemichen, aged 66, 
passed away at his home here on Sunday at 1:30 a.m.  Mr. Oehmichen had 
been in ailing health for several years.
The deceased was born on a farm in the town of Meeme, November 6, 1869, 
the son of the late Adolph and Christina Oemichen.  On April 2, 1891 he 
was married to Miss Sarah Dudley of Antigo, where they resided three 
years. For five years they resided in the town of Meeme, six years on a 
farm in Millhome, and for the past twenty-two years have been residents 
of this city.  
Five children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Oemichen, of whom two have passed 
away in infancy, and a daughter, Mrs. Lydia Ninmer passed away on August 
20th, 1922.  Survivors are:  His widow; two daughters, Mrs. George (Edna) 
Pfingsten of Cashton, and Mrs. Alvin (Olive) Fritzemeier of Milwaukee; 
13 grandchildren, and 10 great-grandchildren; one sister, Mrs. Edwin 
Langenhahn of the town of Meeme, and one brother, Reinhold Oemichen of 
Manitowoc.  
No newspaper named, October 4, 1936


SARAH OEMICHEN   cemetery #82

Former Kiel Resident Dies at Cashton Tuesday
Mrs. Sara Oemichen, 83, former Kiel resident, died Tuesday morning
at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Edna Pfingsten at Cashton.
She was the former Sara Dudley, born March 15, 1871. Her marriage
to Albeit Oemichen took place in the town of Meeme. In 1918 the 
couple moved to Kiel where Mr. Oemichen died in October 1936. For 
the past three years she has been living with her daughter.
Survivors  are two daughters, Mrs. Edna Pfingsten, Cashton, and
Mrs. Olive Fritzemeier, Phoenix, Arizona; 10 grandchildren, 30
great-grandchildren, and several great-great-grandchildren. A
daughter, Mrs. Walter Ninmer died in August, 1922, and their 
daughter June (Mrs. Arno Platz) made her home with Mrs. Oemichen.
Funeral services will be held on Saturday at 1:30 o'clock at the
St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed church, with the Rev. E.L.
Worthman officiating. Burial will be made in the Kiel cemetery.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 2 p.m. Friday until 
11 a.m. Saturday when the body will be taken to the church.
2-3-1955


CHRISTOPHER OERDING      cemetery #30

From Der Nord Westen, 20 Aug. 1903:
Death last week in Cooperstown from a heart attack, of Christ. Ording. 
Mr. Ording came to America from Hanover and operated a farm in Town 
Cooperstown. The deceased, who leaves one son, was buried in the cemetery 
of the Lutheran Congregation of Cooperstown.


ELLANORA OESAU   cemetery #20

MRS. ELLANORE(sic) OESAU SUCCUMBS ON SATURDAY
Mrs. Ellanore Oesau, aged 55, passed away at the home of her
brother, Herbert Graf, in the town of Eaton on Saturday morning 
after a long illness.
Mrs. Oesau was born in the town of Eaton on Sept. 28, 1890, the 
daughter of Fred and Franciska Moser—Graf. In January, 1920, she 
was married to Alfred Oesau and they resided in this city for 
many years, and for the past 14 years has lived in the town of 
Eaton. Mr. Oesau died in 1931.
Survivors are three daughters, four brothers, Herbert and Waldo 
Graf of the town of Eaton, Ferdinand of Jacksonville, Fla., and 
John of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Mathilda Hansen of New Holstein.
Mrs. Oesau was a member of the Women’s Society of Christian Service 
of the Bethel Methodist church of Meggers.
Funeral rites were held Tuesday afternoom at 1:15 p. m. at the
Meiselwitz Funeral Home, and at 2 o’clock at the Bethel Methodist
church at Meggers, with Rev. C.E. Hagen of Manitowoc officiating. 
Burial was made in the town of Eaton cemetery. Pallbearers were 
John Timm, Milton Timm, E. W. Tamm, Clifford Weber, Milton Reichardt, 
and O.H Leverenz. - 1946


GEORGE OESAU   cemetery #82

From Manitowoc county death records:
George Oesau (v.27 p.490)
Husband of Katie Reichart
April 10, 1863-Oct. 12, 1932
Son of Tjark Oesau and Margarite Weber (both born Germany)
Born Town of New Holstein –farmer 
Died from “apoplexy –arteriosclerosis”
Buried at the Kiel Cemetery
***********
The death of George Oesau occurred at 9 o’clock last Wednesday evening 
at the home of his brother-in-law and sister, Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Voss, 
two miles north of this city. Mr. Oesau had reached the age of 69. Mr. 
Oesau had suffered a stroke of apoplexy on Saturday, October 8th. He was 
born on a farm east of New Holstein on April 10th, 1863, and farming has 
been his occupation all his life.  
Mr. Oesau was married to Kathryn Reichert of Marshfield, who passed away 
July 4, 1925. He is survived by one daughter, Clara of this city, one 
brother, Arthur of Manitowoc, and three sisters Mrs. Fred Borck and Mrs. 
Margaret Laurent of Thorp, and Mrs. Theodore Oesau.
Funeral services took place at 2 p.m. Saturday from the Meiselwitz 
Undertaking Parlor, and burial was made in the Kiel cemetery, with Emil 
Meinardus officiating. The pallbearers were: John Boege, Carl Wittrock, 
Henry Burkhardt, Albert Maurer, William Buchholz and Rudolph Feile. Mr. 
Oesau was a charter member of the New Holstein Turnverein.
The following from out of town attended the funeral: Mrs. Fred Borck and 
Mrs. Margaret Laurent of Thorp and Arthur Oesau and family of Manitowoc.
Oct. 20, 1932


KATIE OESAU   cemetery #82

From Manitowoc county death records:
Katie Oesau nee Reichert (v.21 p.665)
Wife of George Oesau
Died July 4, 1925 at age of 44 years, 6 months and 7 days
Daughter of John Reichert and Anna Breckheiemer (both born Wisconsin)
Born Wisconsin
Died from “cancer of the liver”
Buried at the Kiel Cemetery


CAROLINE OESTREICH   cemetery #44

STRICKEN WHILE ON VISIT, DEATH COMES TWO HOURS LATER
Mrs. Carolina Oestreich, Pioneer Resident, Passes Away
Stricken by illness while on a visit at the Rudolph Meisner home 
at Shoto last evening, Mrs. Carolina Oestreich, a pioneer resident 
of the town of Manitowoc, died two hours later. 
Mrs. Oestreich, who was 74 years of age, had not been in robust 
health but her condition had caused no alarm and the news of her 
death was a shock. Mrs. Oestreich had resided in Manitowoc county 
for a half century and was well and favorably known. She was born 
in Jindrutzlevo, Posen. She was the mother of ten children, eight 
of whom survive, being Rudolph and August, of this city; Richard 
and Walter, Mrs. Henry Witt, and Mrs. John Holtz, town of Manitowoc; 
Mrs. Haase, Rockland and Mrs. Otto Hayes in California. The body of 
Mrs. Oestreich will be taken to the home of her son, Walter in the 
town of Manitowoc, from where the funeral will be held. Funeral 
arrangements have not been completed.
Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, October 02, 1918, Page 1
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[cause: paralysis of heart/bur. on August Oestreich lot]


EDNA E. OESTREICH   cemetery #89A

Injuries received in a fall slighty more than a month ago at Los Angeles, 
Calif., proved fatal Sunday afternoon to Miss Edna Oestreich, former Two 
Rivers resident, according to a message received by her parents, Mr. and 
Mrs. Frank Oestreich, in Two Rivers today.
Miss Oestreich, who had served as a governess and maid with the Walter 
Devlin family in Chicago and Los Angeles for more than 25 years, slipped 
on the kitchen floor in the Devlin home early last month, sustaining 
multiple fractures to one of her legs. She had been a patient at the 
Santa Monica hospital there since the accident, but her condition became 
critical last week. Internal injuries were believed to have caused her 
death.
Funeral services will probably be held in Two Rivers Thursday afternoon 
at 1:30 from the Klein & Stangel, Inc. funeral home and at 2 o'clock in 
Emanuel Evangelical church, the Rev. Franklin E. Schleuter officiating. 
Interment will be in Pioneers' Rest cemetery. The body is being shipped 
to Two Rivers today, according to word from the west. 
Besides her parents Miss Oestreich leaves five sisters, Mrs. Arthur Vetter 
of Highland Park, Ill., Mrs. Elmer Ahrens, Mrs. Elizabeth Heinrich, and 
Mrs. Erwin Baker, all of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Lynford Meyer of Manitowoc, 
and five brothers, Harry W. of Two Rivers, Ben of Milwaukee, Kenneth of 
Chicago, Lester of Beaver Dam and Franklin of Two Rivers.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, September 14, 1942 P. 2


FRANK OESTREICH   cemetery #89A

Frank W. Oestreich, 88, of 1014 Hawthorne street, Two Rivers, died 
early today at the Two Rivers municipal hospital.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Emanuel 
Evangelical church of which he was a member. In his earlier years 
he was superintendent of the Sunday school and a member of the 
church choir. Burial will be in Pioneers Rest cemetery.
Mr. Oestreich was born in Two Rivers in 1861 and in early life was 
employed at the Mann sawmill and for 20 years was a fireman and 
watchman at the Hamilton plant. He became janitor at the Roosevelt 
school 30 years ago, retiring in 1936.
In 1886 he married Miss Martha Magee. The couple observed its 
diamond wedding in 1946.
Besides his wife he is survived by four daughters, Mrs. Mabel 
Vetter of Highland Park, Ill., Mrs. Helen Ahrens and Mrs. Lillian 
Baker of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Winifred Meyer of Little Chute, Wis., 
and five sons, Benjamin of Milwaukee, Kenneth of Deerfield, Ill, 
Lester of Beaver Dam and Franklin and Harry of Two Rivers. There 
were also 24 grandchildren and five great grandchildren.
The body may be viewed at the Klein and Stangel Inc., funeral 
home, Two Rivers, Wednesday evening and will be moved to the 
church at 10:30 a.m. Thursday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, March 29, 1949 P. 2


GOTTFRIED OESTREICH     cemetery #35

From Der Nord Westen, 26 May 1892:
Death of 63 yr. old Gottfried Oestreich on Sat. after several weeks
confinement, of a heart attack in Town Kossuth. The deceased leaves a widow and
several grown children. Burial was Tues. in the Town Kossuth cemetery.


HARRY W. OESTREICH   cemetery #89C

Harry W. Oestreich, 70, of 1705 Lincoln St., Two Rivers, retired employe of 
Hamilton Mfg. Co., Two Rivers, died Wednesday night at the home of a nephew 
and niece, Mr. and Mrs. William Otto, at Lark, Wis., with whom he and his 
wife resided for a year.
Funeral services will be at 3 p.m. Friday at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, 
Two Rivers, the Rev. M.J. Roehrdanz officiating. Burial will be in Forest View 
Cemetery, Two Rivers.
Mr. Oestreich was born at Two Rivers Oct. 17, 1889, son of the late Frank and 
Martha Magee Oestreich. He attended Two Rivers public schools and March 15, 
1907, he entered the employe of the Hamilton firm and for more than 40 years 
was in the billing department of the company office. A musician since boyhood, 
he was a member of the cornet section of the Hamilton Band for many years. Mr. 
Oestreich was a charter member of the Hamilton Band and started the South Side 
Band, forerunner of the Hamilton musical organization. A lifelong member of 
Emanuel Evangelical United Brethren Church, he also was a member of the 
Robert T. Burns Post No. 165, American Legion, having served in World War I. 
He was also affiliated with the Hamilton 30-Year Club.
Besides his wife, the former Vera Heinrich, of Morrison, Wis., whom he married 
in 1917, he leaves three sisters, Mrs. Helen Ahrens and Mrs. Ervin Baker of 
Two Rivers and Mrs. Lynn Meyer of Appleton; four brothers, Benjamin of Granada 
Hills, Calif., Kenneth of Deerfield, Il., Lester of Beaver Dam and Franklin of 
Two Rivers, and a number of nieces and nephews.
Friends may call at the funeral home.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 14, 1960 P. 14


HENRY OESTREICH    cemetery #35

Henry Oestreich, an aged resident of Kossuth, died yesterday. For three 
months he has been ailing and yesterday passed quietly away. 
Deceased was born in Germany, April 8, 1822 and at an early age emigrated 
to this country with his brothers, later settling in Kossuth. He was one 
of those sturdy pioneer farmers who did so much in the building up of the 
county and for years has been respected and honored in the community where 
he lived. For some years he had made his home with his son-in-law, Herman 
Boettcher. His wife has been dead for some time. Funeral services will be 
held in the town of Kossuth Thursday afternoon, conducted by Rev. K. 
Machmiller.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, July 24, 1900, Page 2
*********
From Der Nord Westen, 26 July 1900:
Death Mon.(23 July) in Town Kossuth of Henry Oestreich following a 3-mo. 
illness. The deceased was born 03 April 1822 in Germany and came to America 
with his brothers many years ago and settled with them in Town Kossuth. His 
funeral will be held this afternoon.


HULDA OESTREICH   cemetery #35

Life's journey for Mrs. Hulda Oesteich ended peacefully at 11:30 
o'clock Sunday night, when she calmly sank into the eternal sleep. 
Her death occurred at the home on North Ninth Street, and followed 
a complication of diseases. In December last year her health began 
to fail and in the last few weeks she has suffered greatly. Though 
not entirely unexpected the announcement of her death was a shock 
to friends.
Mrs. Oestrich was born in Prussia, August 22, 1834 and came here 
with her husband thirty-six years ago, and has continued her 
residence in the city since. Her husband died nine years ago and 
since then she had been cared for by her children, five of whom 
survive. She was a woman who enjoyed the esteem and affection of 
a large friendship circle, who will mourn her loss as personal. 
The funeral will be held from the home of her son Henry, Thursday 
afternoon at 2 o'clock.
Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, March 18, 1901, p. 1
********
From Der Nord Westen, 21 Mar. 1901:
After a long illness Mrs. Hulda Oestreich died here Sun. 
The deceased was born in Prussia on 22 Aug. 1834 and came 
to America in 1865 with her husband, who preceded her in 
death 9 yrs. ago, settling in Manitowoc where she has lived 
ever since. She is survived by 5 children. Her funeral will 
be held this afternoon.


MARGARET OETTINGER   cemetery #83

Margaret Oettinger, 16, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Oettinger of  
721 4th street, kiel, passed away at 8:10 a.m. today at the St.  
Nicholas Hospital following a short illness.  Born in Milwaukee on  
Feb. 1, 1936, she moved to Kiel with her parents in 1943, and was a  
senior in the Kiel High school at the time of her death.  She was  
very active in extra-curricular work in school.  Survivors are the  
parents; a sister and brother (names omitted for privacy); the  
maternal grandfather, Andrew Schomisch of Kiel; and the paternal  
grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. Jesse West of Green Lake, Wis.  Funeral  
services will be held Tuesday at 10 a.m. at Ss. Peter and Paul  
Catholic Church following a short service at 9:30 a.m. at the  
Meiselwitz Funeral home at Kiel.  The Rev. F.X. Kheil will officiate  
and burial will be made in the church cemetery.  Friends may call at  
the funeral home from 2 p.m Sunday until the time of the services.   
The Rosary will be recited by the young people at the church at 7:30  
p.m. Monday.
Sheboygan Press, Fri. Dec. 5, 1952, p. 8, c. 5
*********
Funeral services for Margaret Oettinger, 16-year-old daughter of Mr.  
and Mrs. Walter Oettinger, 712 Fourth St., Kiel, who died last Friday  
at St. Nicholas Hospital, Sheboygan, were held at 9:30 a.m. Tuesday  
at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home and at 10 o'clock at Sts. Peter and  
Paul Catholic Church with the Rev. F.X. Kheil celebrant of the  
requiem high mass.  Burial took place in the church cemetery.  The  
mass was sung by children of the school, with Sister Donald Marie at  
the organ.  Honorary escorts were Betty Hansen, Dolores Brill,  
Janelle Meiselwitz, Shirley Balthazor, Ludine Puetz, Delores Thiel,  
Dorothy Wiskerchen, Molly Walsdorf, Lynda Bessler and Val Rae  
Brueswitz.  Active pallbearers included Ronald Schaller, Carl  
Schultz, Eugene Wettstein, Charles Miller, Russell Anderson and  
Willard Mathes.  Young members of Sts. Peter and Paul parish recited  
the rosary at the church Monday evening.
Sheboygan Press, Wed. Dec. 10, 1952, p. 16, c. 7


PATRICK O'GRADY    Cemetery #43
 
Manitowoc Pilot  August 12, 1920
Patrick O'Grady died at his home, 1127 S Ninth St. at three o'clock 
this morning.  His death was due to old age.  Mr. O'Grady was born 
in Ireland 88 years ago and came to this country with his parents 
when a child.  The family lived at Clarmont, New Hampshire, where
the deceased grew to manhood, and came to Wisconsin with his young
wife in 1859 and settled on a farm in the town of Meeme.  After a 
residence of about forty years in Meeme, they disposed of the farm 
and removed to this city.  His wife died on June 26 this year.
Mr. O'Grady was an indulgent father, a kind husband, a good neighbor, 
and an upright citizen.  He is survived by nine children as follows: 
Mrs. P.J. Hayes, Mrs. John Gallagher, Miss Lucy O'Grady and Mrs. 
Joseph Clark of Manitowoc, Mrs. E. Kinnane of Buffalo, N. Y. , 
Misses Verona and Agnes and Hilary O'Grady of Iron Mountain Michigan.
The funeral will be held Saturday morning at 9 o'clock from 
St. Boniface church. Interment will be in Calvary Cemetery.


CATHERINE O'HARA   Cemetery #43

(co. death index v.10 p.480)

Name: Catherine O'Hara
White/Female
Housewife
B: Nov 12,1835, Ireland
D: Dec 6, 1910, Manitowoc/Age 75 Years 24 Days/Cause: Acute Gastritis
Father: Frank Marchem, Born Ireland
Mother:Sarah Costella, Born Ireland
Physician:  J.E.Meany
Residence Of Physician: Manitowoc
Name Of Informant:John O'hara
Place Of Burial:Calvary


JOHN O'HARA   cemetery #43

(co. death index v.11 pg.5)
 
Name:  John O'Hara
White/ Male
Birthdate: Dec 1829, Ireland
d: 5 Dec. 1911, Manitowoc/Age 82 Yrs./Cause: Brights Disease - Length 2 Years
Father:  Patrick O'Hara, Born Ireland
Mother: Nancy Mcgraty, Born Ireland
Physician:  J.E.Meany
Residence Of Physician: Manitowoc
Name Of Informant: James O'Hara
Place Of Burial: Calvary
Date Of Burial: Dec 12, 1911


EVA MAY OHDE   cemetery #44

From Manitowoc county death records:
Eva May Ohde nee De Lano (v.43 p.580)
Widow [of William Ohde]
July 23, 1878-Oct. 2, 1950
Daughter of W. W. De Lano and Barbara Alan
Born Wisconsin
Died from “coronary thrombosis, immediate”
Buried at Evergreen Cemetery, City of Manitowoc
(Note: Her husband's picture is in the glass negative photos)


WILLIAM OHDE   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 07 Feb. 1907:
A 5-day old son of Wm. Ohde died Thursday last week and was buried Friday.


AMBROSE J. O'HEARN


AMBROSE J. O'HEARN   cemetery #44

Ambrose J. O'Hearn, 71, formerly of 1526 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, 
died unexpectedly Sunday morning at St. Mary Home while attending 
Sunday Mass.
Funeral services will be at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Mittnacht Funeral 
Home and 9:30 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, 
the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery.
Mr. O'Hearn was born Sept. 30, 1895, at Maple Grove, son of the 
late John and Agnes Dorsey O'Hearn, and attended St. Patrick School 
at Maple Grove and the Milwaukee School of Engineering.
He married Lenore Bartelme Oct. 25, 1919, at St. James Catholic 
Church, Cooperstown. He and his wife operated a farm at Maple Grove 
until 1955 after which they made their home at Manitowoc. Mrs. 
O'Hearn died two years ago.
He was a member of the Holy Name Society and the Catholic Knights of 
Wisconsin (Reedsville Branch) and served as a member of the School 
Board in the Town of Maple Grove for seven years.
Survivors include three sons, Leo of Northridge, Calif.; John of Maple 
Grove and Don of Orange, Calif.; three daughters, Mrs. Francis Kerscher 
and Mrs. Richard Woznik of Manitowoc and Mrs. Lester Grall of Long Beach, 
Calif.; five brothers, James of Maple Grove, John of Tomah, Charles of 
Chicago, Raymond of Florida and Leslie of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. John 
O'Leary of Maple Grove and 22 grandchildren. One sister preceded him in 
death.
Friends may call after 3 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home where the 
Rosary will be recited at 8 p.m. by the Catholic Knights of Wisconsin, 
Holy Name Society and the Daughters of Isabella.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, May 29, 1967 P.7
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[d. 05-28-1967/age 71 yrs.]
(Sep 30 1896/May 1967/SSDI)


JAMES O'HEARN   cemetery #44

James O'Hearn, 84, of 108 Riverview Dr., Manitowoc, died Wednesday 
evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Schneider-Mittnacht 
Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church, Manitowoc. 
The Rev. Duane Dionne will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen 
Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. O'Hearn was born Mar. 31, 1889, at Maple Grove, son of the late 
Patrick and Margaret Kane O'Hearn. He was educated at Maple Grove 
Elementary School, graduated from Reedsville High School with the Class 
of 1906 and from the old Manitowoc County Normal School in 1908. He 
taught in the towns of Maple Grove and Franklin for nine years.
He married Marguerite Buckley in 1914. They were married by Father Casey 
at St. Patrick Catholic Church, Maple Grove. They farmed until 1923, when 
he began employment at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, retiring in 1959 as 
a foreman in the rolling mill. He served on the board for the Manitowoc 
Committee on Aging, was an active member of the Manitowoc Senior Citizens 
and a member of the Mirro Aluminum Foremans' Club, St. Paul Catholic 
Church and Holy Name Society of the church. He was also a long time member 
of the Knights of Columbus Council No. 710. His wife preceded him in death 
in 1969.
Survivors include three sons,Michael E. and George W., of Manitowoc and 
James P., of Milwaukee; four daughters, Mrs. William (Beatrice) Klein and 
Mrs. Edward (Lumena) Coffin, of Manitowoc and Mrs. William (Mary) Salutz 
and Mrs. Leonard (Patricia) Anderson, of Green Bay; a brother, Edward, of 
Duluth; 28 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. A daughter, two 
grandsons and two brothers preceded him in death.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 3 to 9 p.m. Friday, where the 
Knights of Columbus will meet at 7:30 p.m. and a parish vigil will be held 
at 8 p.m.
Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. August 30, 1973
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[d. 08-29-1973/age 84 yrs.] (Mar 30, 1889/Aug 1973/SSDI), ossw:


MARGARET O'HEARN  (d. 1931)  cemetery #55

MRS. O'HEARN MAPLE GROVE PIONEER DEAD
Mrs. Margaret O'Hearn, 70, widow of the late Patrick O'Hearn, Maple 
Grove farmer and herself a resident of the town almost her entire 
life, passed away last night at the hospital here. She was brought 
to the hospital a few days ago from the homestead in Maple Grove. 
The maiden name of the deceased was Margaret Kane, and she was born 
in the town of Franklin in 1861. She was married to Patrick O'Hearn 
in 1887 and he preceded her in death twenty years ago. She is 
survived by four sons, James, Elmer and William of this city, and 
Edward of Duluth, a sister, Mrs. Max Swember of Chicago and seven 
grandchildren.
The remains will be at the home of a son, James O'Hearn, 2802 Clark 
street, until Saturday morning, when funeral services will be held 
and the remains taken to the St. Patrick's church with services there 
at ten Saturday morning. Rev. Father A'Hearn will officiate and burial 
will be at Maple Grove.
Manitowoc Hearld News, Wednesday, March 18, 1931 P.3


ELVIRA O'HERRIN   cemetery #83

Mrs. O'Herrin Of Kiel Summoned.  Kiel, Wis. -(Special)- Mrs. Martin  
O'Herrin, 46, of 421 North street, this city, passed away Tuesday at  
8:30 p.m. at St. Nicholas hospital, Sheboygan.  Funeral arrangements  
are pending the arrival of two sons, both in army service.  Survivors  
are her husband and two sons (names omitted for privacy).  Further  
details will appear in Thursday's Press.
Sheboygan Press, Wed. Apr. 15, 1942, p. 4, c. 7
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Plan Last Rites Saturday For Mrs. Martin O'Herrin.  Kiel, Wis. - 
(Special)- Funeral services for Mrs. Martin O'Herrin, aged 46, who  
lived at 421 North street in this city, and who passed away at 8:30  
p.m. Tuesday at St. Nicholas hospital in Sheboygan, have been  
tentatively planned for Saturday pending the arrival of her two sons  
who are serving in the United States army.  The time of the services  
are scheduled for 9:30 a.m. at the C.J. Meiselwitz Funeral home and  
at 10 o'clock at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic church in this city.   
The Rev. Fr. F.X. Keihl will officiate and interment will be in the  
church cemetery near this city.  Deceased, the former Elvira Bailey,  
was born Nov. 19, 1896, in Little Suamico, Oconto county, the  
daughter of Alfred and Ella Bedone Bailey.  On August 18, 1915, she  
was united in marriage to Martin O'Herrin at St. Pius Catholic church  
in the village of Little Suamico by the Rev. Fr. M.C. Novak.  After  
their marriage the couple lived at different times at Styles and Iron  
Mountain, Mich., coming to Kiel 20 years ago.  Mr. O'Herrin has been  
employed for 43 years as railroad telegrapher, for the past 32 years  
servicing the Superior division of the Milwaukee road.  The couple  
observed their 25th wedding anniversary on Aug. 18, 1940.  Survivors  
include the widower; two sons (names omitted for privacy), five  
brothers, Alfred Bailey of Manitowoc; Talbert, of Iron Mountain,  
Mich., Robert of Styles; Tirbe, of Alaska; Malcom of Kelly Brook,  
Wis., and three sisters, Miss Alice Bailey, of Styles; Mrs. ARrthur  
Redfield of Pensaukee, and Mrs. Margaret Clausen of Oconto.  The body  
lies in state at the C.J. Meiselwitz Funeral home where friends may  
call until the hour of services Saturday morning.
Sheboygan Press, Thurs. Apr. 16, 1942, p. 6, c. 1


LEONARD OHLER   cemetery #44

From Der Nord Westen, 26 Feb. 1885:
On Sat., the 21st of Feb., Leonard Ohler died in Manitowoc after an illness of
many years. The poor man was unable to leave his bed and was cared for as for a
small child.


HUGH OHLHUES   cemetery #44

Hugh Ohlhues, 92, of 1014 Menasha Ave., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at 
Memorial Hospital, Sheboygan.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc.
Mr. Ohlhues was born April 19, 1879, in Hamburg, Germany, son of the late Mr. 
and Mrs. Nicholis Ohlhues. He migrated with his parents as a child to the United 
States and located in Chicago. He married Emma Matz Dec. 2, 1905, at Chicago. The 
couple came to Manitowoc in 1937 where Mr. Ohlhues operated the Husmann Cleaners 
with his son. Later he was associated with Globe Laundry. His wife preceded him 
in death July 15, 1958.
Survivors include a son, Donald, of Manitowoc, a daughter, Mrs. Bernard (Emma) 
Husmannof Rockford, Ill., six grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home after 4 p.m. Sunday until time of service.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. May 1, 1971
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[d. 05-01-1971 at Sheboygan WI/age 92 yrs.]
(b. 19 Apr. 1879/d. May 1971/SSDI)


LAWRENCE E. OHLSEN   cemetery #43

Man Suffers Hip Injury in Fall
Manitowoc- Lawrence Ohlsen, 51, of Manitowoc Rapids, suffered a hip
injury when he fell to the floor with a ladder shortly before 1 p.m.
Tuesday at the County Armory Building, 930 N. 18th St., city police
reported.
Ohlsen was taken to Holy Family Hospital in a police emergency
vehicle. Officers said he also had a broken finger on the left 
hand and a cut over the left eye.
Ohlsen was atop the ladder which slipped to the floor from its 
resting place against the wall according to police.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, March 02, 1960  page 9


MABEL S. OHLSEN   cemetery #12

Mrs. Mabel S. Ohlsen, 57, of 905A Chicago St., Manitowoc, died Friday 
evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc.
Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 
Manitowoc. The Rev. Victor N. Hillestad will officiate and burial will 
be in Newton Cemetery.
Mrs. Ohlsen, nee Mabel S. Sommers, was born March 15, 1915, at Oneida, 
daughter of the late Mose and Cordelia Wheelock Sommers. She moved to 
Manitowoc 30 years ago. She was married to Lawrence Ohlsen in March of 
1963. He preceded her in death Sept. 9, 1967.
Survivors include two sons, four daughters, two step-sons, and two step-
daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, Hyson Sommers of 
Oneida, two sisters, Mrs. Charles Quistorf of Manitowoc and Mrs. Harvey 
Hassmer of Francis Creek and eight grandchildren.
Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 25, 1972


MR. OHSE   cemetery #61

From Der Nord Westen, 15 May 1902:
Death in Meeme on Sun. of 82-yr. old Mr. Ohse of old age debility. 
The funeral was held yesterday at the Lutheran Cemetery in Meeme.


OTTILIE OHSE   cemetery #61

From Der Nord Westen, 09 July 1903:
Death Fri. in Town Meeme of 34-yr. old Mrs. Edmond Ohse of a kidney illness. 
She leaves her husband and 6 children.


PATRICK O'KEEFE   cemetery #55

Maple Grove Farmer Dead
Patrick O'Keefe, 62-year-old town of Maple Grove resident, was found dead 
at home late Tuesday afternoon by a sister, Mrs. Joseph Guhin of Maple 
Grove, when she checked his two-day failure to appear at her home or around 
the outside of his house.
Coroner Theodore Teitgen, who with Sheriff Arthur Truttschel investigated, 
said death was due to a heart attack.
Mrs. Guhin told the sheriff she became worried because she had not seen her 
brother since Sunday. About 4:30 p.m. yesterday she went to his home, where 
he lived alone, but was unable to enter because of locked doors.
She then walked around the dwelling and looked into a bedroom window. There 
she saw O'Keefe sitting on the floor with his head tilted back against the 
door. Observing no movement she feared he was dead and telephoned Truttschel.
Mr. O'Keefe, who never married, was born in the town of Morrison, Brown 
county, in 1885. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Anthongy DiCicco and 
Mrs. Sarah Sweet of Chicago and Mrs. Joseph Guhin of Maple Grove. Another 
sister, Mrs. Bridget McCarthy of Los Angeles, Calif., died Sunday and was 
buried there today.
Funeral services will be held at 9:30 o'clock Friday morning at the Watt 
funeral home and at St. Patrick's Catholic church. The Rev. Frank Schoettle 
will officiate and burial will be in the church cemetery.
The body may be viewed at the funeral home from 7 o'clock tonight until the 
hour for service. The rosary will be recited at 8:15 o'clock Wednesday and 
Thursday evenings.
Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, June 18, 1947 P. 2