[ PET ] OBITUARIES
ELLA PETER cemetery #82 Funeral services were held yesterday for Mrs. Ella Peter, 69, at St. Peter E & R church in the Town of Rhine. Rev. E. Oppermann officiated at the services and burial was made in the church cemetery. She died at Memorial hospital early Sunday morning. She was born Ella Jochmann in the Town of Schleswig Oct 26, 1888, daughter of the late Traugott and Wilhelmina Hauer Jochmann. She received her education in the district school of the township and was confirmed in 1905 at St. Peter Reformed church, Kiel. She was married to John Peter of the Town of Plymouth Oct. 31, 1907. The couple lived in Plymouth several years and then farmed in the Town of Rhine for the next 42 years. Her husband died in February, 1947, and the past two years she had been living in Kiel. She was a member of the Ladies’ Aid Society of the church. Survivors include two daughters, Miss Erna Peter of Kiel and Mrs. Norman Rabe of the town of Schleswig; son, Arno of the Town of Rhine; sister, Mrs. Adela Spitzer of Kenosha and seven grandchildren. no newspaper named, March 6, 1958 FRANZ PETER cemetery #22 Name: Peter, Franz D.: 9/12/1864 B.: Reg. D.: 9/2/1869 Sex: M Age at Death: 80 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Oschwald Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.25 **************** Franz (1784-Sept. 12, 1864 -likely husband of Helena nee Hensen)
HELENA (HENSEN) PETER Name: Peter, Helena D.: 4/27/1866 B.: Reg. D.: 9/2/1869 Sex: F Age at Death: 78 Yrs. B.P.: D.P.: Tn. Liberty Cem.: St. Nazianz Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. Oschwald Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Add Info.: Born Hensen Pg. #: v.1 p.37 ************* Helena nee Hensen (1788-April 27, 1866 -likely wife of Franz)
JOHN PETER cemetery #82 John Peter, aged 68, a resident of the town of Rhine, passed away at his home early Friday morning after a lingering illness. The deceased was born in Germany Oct. 24, 1878, and came to this country in 1897, settling in the town of Rhine. August 31, 1907 he was married to Miss Ella Jochmann of the town of Schleswig. Several years after their marriage they farmed a plot of land near Plymouth, moving to their present homestead 32 years ago. Survivors include the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Norman (Edna) Rabe, town of Schleswig, and Miss Erna at Kiel; one son, Arno, of the town of Rhine; six grandchildren, and several brothers and sisters in Germany. One daughter died in 1910. Mr. Peter served as elder for 14 years in the St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed church in the town of Rhine. Funeral services were conducted Monday afternoon at the St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church, with the Rev. Paul Thomas officiating. Burial was made in the Kiel cemetery. no newspaper named, March 13, 1947
JOSEPH PETER cemetery #21 Mr. Joe Peters, aged 77. died here after a lingering illness. He was born in Bavaria, Germany. He leaves a wife and six children, Mr. G. Mayer of this place, Mrs. Schinabeck, Mrs. Altenbach of Sheboygan, Mrs. Achtacz Lax of Sax, Germany, Joe Peters of Auburndale and Anton of San Francisco. (No newspaper named, Aug. 26, 1910/in Notes from St. Nazianz) ******** Joseph (Aug. 2, 1833-Aug. 26, 1910 husband of Monica nee Leitner -born Furtenwald, Bavaria died from "hydropsi") (no county death record)
JIRI/GEORGE PETERIK cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 28 May 1903: Geo. Peterik died Wed. last week in Neshoto following a short illness. The 35-yr. old deceased was born in Bohemia and came to America as a child. He is survived by his widow and 5 children. The funeral was held Saturday. ********** [age 34 yrs./cause: tuberculosis]
JOHN PETERIK cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 23 Oct. 1902: Yesterday noon Joseph Peterik went to the farm machinery storehouse to call his father John Peterik for lunch, only to find the old man dead from a self-inflicted gun shot wound. He had bought a pistol and bullets only the day before. (Extensive details) The deceased, who was 48, had moved to Manitowoc from Tisch Mills about 15 yrs. ago. ******** [cause: suicide]
JOSEPH PETERIK (d. 1917) cemetery #44 DEATH CLAIMS JOSEPH PETERIK AFTER SHORT ILLNESS Well Known Young Business Man Victim of Pneumonia at Hospital Sunday, Eagles to Officiate at Burial Joseph Peterik, one of the city’s well known young business men, for years engaged in conducting a motorcycle and bicycle shop on Buffalo street, died at the hospital Sunday afternoon, aged 40. News of the death of Mr. Peterik came as a great shock to a large circle of friends who had no thought that his condition was critical. Taken ill a week ago when pneumonia developed from a severe cold which he contracted while making a long motorcycle trip, Mr. Peterik was taken to the hospital Tuesday and his condition continued to grow worse until Sunday when death came. Mr. Peterik came to this city with his parents at the age of 18 and shortly after opened a bicycle repair shop and later located at 710 Buffalo street where he also made his home. He was born July 7, 1877. Decedent is survived by a widow and three children, the oldest 14 years; his mother, four sisters and two brothers, one brother John and a sister, Mrs. W.C. Kadow, residing here. The funeral will be held under auspices of the Eagles of which he was a member. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 02, 1917, Page 4 ******** Louis Peterik is here from Milwaukee, called by the death of his brother, Joseph Peterik. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 02, 1917, Page 3 ******** The funeral of the late Joseph Peterik was held Tuesday afternoon and was largely attended, members of the Eagles marching in a body. Beautiful flowers attested the esteem of friends for the decedent, one of the most beautiful floral pieces being presented by the Harley Davidson Motorcycle club, a motorcycle of flowers. Mr. Peterik was an enthusiastic motorcycle rider and was local agent for the Harley Davidson company here. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, July 05, 1917 | Page 3 ******** [bur. 07-03-1917/age 40 yrs./cause: double labor pneumonia/ bur. on Mrs. Mary Peterik lot]
MARY PETERIK cemetery #89D Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Peterik, 82, of Rt. 1, Two Rivers, who died at home Saturday morning, will be at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, Two Rivers, the Rev. Paul Schumacher officiating. Burial will be in Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. Mrs. Peterik, nee Mary Scheuer, was born May 10, 1890, in the Town of Mishicot, daughter of the late Nicholas and Anna Broeker Scheuer. She was married at Two Rivers June 30, 1914, to John Peterik. He preceded her in death July 1, 1953. She was a member of Ladies of Holy Redeemer. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Three sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at Klein & Stangel Inc., Funeral Home, Two Rivers, after 3 o'clock this Monday afternoon where memorial services will be at 8:30 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 26, 1973
MARTHA PETERKE cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 27 Oct. 1892: Death last Thurs. of the 34 yr. old widow of the late Carl Peterke who died several years ago. She leaves 3 children.
WILHELMINA PETERKE cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 07 Sep. 1905: Death Sat. in Two Rivers of Mrs. Wilhelmine Peterke, widow of Friedrich Peterke who died about 20 yrs. ago. The deceased was born 06 Jan. 1828 in Pomerania and came to Two Rivers in 1864 where she has lived ever since. She is survived by 4 children and 8 grandchildren. The funeral was held Tues. from the Evangelical Church.
ALLEN M. PETERMAN cemetery #43 Allen M. Peterman, age 66, of 1908 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died on Sunday, Oct. 12, 2008, at Aurora Medical Center, Two Rivers. He was born on Dec. 11, 1941, in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Anna (Nemetz) Peterman. On April 29, 1961, he married the former Carol Dushek at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Al was a foreman at Mirro Company, Manitowoc. He retired in 2003, after 43 years of employment at all the plants. He enjoyed Texas Hold-em with his friends, and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Al was proud of his 1960 Thunderbird, and enjoyed collecting 45 records and juke boxes. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) He was preceded in death by three brothers: Lester, Frances and Ernest. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be the Rev. Gerald Foley, with burial at Calvary Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home and Cremation Care Center, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 15, 2008. A prayer service will be held at 8:30 p.m., led by Deacon Alan Boeldt. Friends may also call on Thursday morning at St. Francis of Assisi on Marshall, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. Herald Times Reporter, Oct. 14, 2008
BERNADINE PETERS cemetery #10 Mrs. Edmund (Bernadine) Peters, 59, of 1547 N. 20th St., Sheboygan, died Monday at University Hospital, Madison. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Ballhorn Funeral Chapels, 1202 N. Eighth St., Sheboygan. Burial will be in St. John Cemetery, Town of Centerville. Survivors include her husband; two daughters, a sister, Mrs. Otto Stein, of Cleveland and 11 grandchildren. (Survivors edited for privacy) Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 p.m. Tuesday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 15, 1970
BERTRAND PETERS cemetery #44 Bertrand Peters, 74, of Rt. 3, Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Peters was born June 13, 1898, at Escanaba, Mich., son of the late Martin and Anna Coonen Peters. He came to Manitowoc as a young boy with his parents, attending schools of the city. He started to work for Mirro Aluminum Co. in 1937, retiring as a die setter in 1961. He married Elvie Wagner in 1939 at Plymouth. She preceded him in death in 1963. He was an avid fisherman and hunter all his life. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Five brothers and two sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Thursday until the time of service Friday. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. June 6, 1973 ******** [Bertrand/d. 06-05-1973/age 74 yrs.] (13 Jun 1898/Jun 1973/SSDI)
CLARA PETERS cemetery #10 From Der Nord Westen, 21 Oct. 1909: A 2-month old daughter of Fritz Peters in Centerville died last week and was buried Thursday.
DOUGLAS L. PETERS cemetery #89D TWO RIVERS, Wis. -- Douglas L. Peters Jr., age 35, of Two Rivers, Wis., died Sunday afternoon, Jan. 30, 2011, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. Doug was born July 3, 1975, in Rockland, son of Shelley (Chase) Bay and the late Douglas L. Peters Sr. In 1997 he graduated from Maine Maritime Academy, in Castine, with a bachelor of science in power engineering technology. On Aug. 24, 2002, he married Amy Klein at St. Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. Doug was employed at Point Beach Nuclear Plant as a mechanic electrician. Doug was a gifted athlete and enjoyed sports, but his passion was spending time with his family and friends. He always had a unique way of making those around him feel special. All those who got to know him were truly honored and will be forever changed. (Survivors omitted for privacy) He was preceded in death by his father, Douglas Peters Sr.; paternal grandparents Donald and Myrtle Peters; maternal grandmother Dora Chase; and grandfather-in-law Arnold Pamperin. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, Feb. 5, 2011, at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. Officiating at the Mass of Christian burial will be the Rev. Tom Reynebeau. Burial will immediately follow Mass at Holy Cross Cemetery, Two Rivers. The family will greet relatives and friends Saturday, from 8 to 10:45 a.m. at St. Peter the Fisherman Catholic Church, Two Rivers. In lieu of flowers, any monetary donations will be put into an education fund for (private). The Klein & Stangel Funeral Home, Two Rivers, Wis., is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a sincere thank-you to Dr. (private) and staff at the Vince Lombardi Cancer Care Center and the Aurora VNA Hospice for the compassionate care shown to Doug and his family. A special thank-you also to the family, friends, and community for their love and support during his two-year fight. It was through this love and support that Doug was able to remain remarkably strong in his faith and eternally optimistic throughout his courageous battle against brain cancer. Morning Sentinel, February 2, 2011
FRIEDRICH PETERS cemetery #44 DEATH AT RIPE OLD AGE Fred Peters, Well Known Resident of City, Summoned to Rest The earthly career of Frederick Peters, an aged resident of the city, came to a close this morning when death summoned him to eternal rest. Decedent was a native of Germany and 79 years of age. He had been a resident of the city seventeen years and was well known, having formerly been engaged in making delivery of kerosene oil about the city. He had been in poor health for months and death was not unexpected. A wife and three sons, Fred and Theodore, of this city and Ernst, of Chicago, survive him. The funeral will be held Saturday afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, June 18, 1902, Page 1 ******** From Der Nord Westen, 19 June 1902: Death yesterday morning of 79-yr. old Fr. Peters, known here as a traveling petroleum oil seller. He leaves a widow and 3 sons. His funeral will be held Sat. afternoon. ***** [cause: pneumonia]
GEORGE W. PETERS cemetery #44 George W. Peters, 45, of 1001 Sherwood Lane, Santa Ana, Calif., died Tuesday at Santa Ana. Mr. Peters was born July 5, 1925, at Manitowoc, son of Mrs. Sylvia Hendres Peters and the late John Peters. Survivors include his wife, his mother, Mrs. Slvia Peters, of Manitowoc; a son and a daughter (Survivors omitted for privacy.); a brother, Earl, of Manitowoc, and two sisters, Mrs. George (Dorothey) Nicholson of Manitowoc and Mrs. Kenneth (June) Koltz of Beaver Dam. Funeral arrangements will be announced Thursday by Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 24, 1971 ******** Graveside services for George W. Peters, 45, of 1001 Sherwood Lane, Santa Ana, Calif., who died Tuesday at Santa Ana, will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss will officiate. Military services will be performed by the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88 at the graveside. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. February 26, 1971 ******** [bur. on William Hendries lot]
HELEN E. PETERS cemetery #44 Helen E. Peters, age 82, a resident of the Kewaunee Care Center, and formerly of 3511 S. 19th St., Manitowoc, entered into eternal life on Saturday, Dec. 22, 2007, at her residence. Helen was born on Oct. 28, 1925, to the late William and Violet Popelka Ouradnik. On Oct. 28, 1948, Helen married Eugene Peters. He preceded her in death on Nov. 2, 1957. Helen worked as a welder in the Sturgeon Bay shipyards during World War II, and later was employed with the SuperValue grocery store on 10th Street in Manitowoc. Helen was a long-time member of St. John's United Church of Christ Woman's Guild. She was active with the Manitowoc County 4-H Clubs, and also was a leader for the Silver Creek 4-H Club where she taught leather crafts. Helen was a long time volunteer at Peter's Pantry and the Holiday House in Manitowoc. Helen had a passion for plants and flowers, loved feeding and watching birds and animals, was an avid hunter, and also had a special love for horses. She loved to ride her horse Rusty in various parades. She enjoyed participating in local flea markets and craft shows where she sold plants and her handmade leather products. Above all, she was a devoted mother who cherished the time she was able to spend with her family. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Helen was preceded in death by her parents, her husband, two sons: David and Tom Peters; two grandchildren: Sherry Petska and Kris Loritz; two brothers, and two sisters. The family will greet relatives and friends on Wednesday, Dec. 26, at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 5 to 8 p.m. The visitation will continue Thursday at St. John's United Church of Christ, Manitowoc, from 1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service at 2 p.m. The Rev. Dr. James Klein will officiate with burial to follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, N. 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff of the Kewaunee Care Center for the care and compassion they provided to Helen during her stay. Herald Times Reporter, Dec. 23, 2007
JOHN F. PETERS cemetery #33 Hendries-Peters At the German Lutheran parsonage at 3 o'clock this afternoon the Rev. Karl Machmiller officiating, Miss Sylvia Hendries and John Peters were united in marriage. A reception will be held at the home of the bride's parents on South Fourteenth street and the couple will depart this evening on a honeymoon trip. Upon their return they will make their home in this city where the bridegroom is employed as a steamfitter. The bride is a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Hendries and is popular in the younger society circles of the south side. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, August 31, 1921 P.10
JOSEPH PETERS cemetery #33 Joseph (Red) Peters, 67, of 723A North Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Knollwood Memorial Gardens, Town of Kossuth. Mr. Peters was born July 14, 1902, at Manitowoc, son of the late Martin and Annie Cocnen Peters. He was employed at the Manitowoc Plating Works for several years and then in the plating department of Mirro Aluminum Co. until he retired in 1964. He married Mrs. Tillie Kernin at Manitowoc Feb. 14, 1933. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 2, 1970 ******** Funeral services for Joseph (Red) Peters, 67, of 723A N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, who died Sunday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Mittnatcht Funeral Home. The Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiated and burial was in Knollwood Memorial Gardens, Town of Kossuth. Among the survivors are two brothers, Bert of Rt. 1, Manitowoc and Charles of Manitowoc, and a sister, Mrs. Leo Adelman, of Manitowoc. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 4, 1970
LAURA PETERS cemetery #44 The following sent in by a researcher: Laura Evelyn Peters (nee Hobson) was born July 19, 1895 in Whitcomb, Wisconsin. She passed away Sep 19, 1979 at Holy Family Hospital in Manitowoc. She was married to Erwin Henry Peters of Manitowoc, Wisconsin. They are both interred at Evergreen Cemetery in Manitowoc. Erwin passed away a year later(Dec.13,1980). Laura was the last child of 3 to pass away(Frank & Dora were her siblings). Erwin was also the last to pass away in his family(twin sisters,Oddie & Adeline,Walter and Roy). Laura & Erwin had two children (Betty & Robert). ******** [d. 19 Sept 1979/age 84 yrs/wife of Erwin T. Peters/bur. on Homer Hobson lot]
MARTIN F. PETERS cemetery #44 MARTIN PETERS, 73, PASSES AWAY AFTER A BRIEF ILLNESS A complication of diseases claimed the life of Martin Peters, 73, late yesterday after a serious illness of only a short time. He died at 1421 Division steet where he has lived for the past twelve years. The deceased was born in Holland on October 16, 1857. On September 17, 1882 he married Miss Anna Coonen and later came to this country where he has resided for the past thirty years. He is survived by his wife, six sons, John, Charles, Bert, Joseph, Eugene and Roy: three daughters, Mrs. Leo Adelmann, Mrs. Alec Pariseau, and Mrs. William Sheadore, and one brother, George Peters of Green Bay. Seven grandchildren also survive him. Funeral services will be held from the chapel of the Frazier Mortuary tomorrow afternoon at 2 o'clock. Burial will take place at Eveergreen cemetery with Rev. Paul Blaufuss of the St. John's Ev. Lutheran church officiating. The body may be viewed by friends from 5 o'clock this evening to the time of the funeral, at the Frazier mortuary. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, August 10, 1931 P.2 ********* [bur. 8-11-1931/age 74 yrs/cause: Paris green poisoning-probably self administered] (Note: I looked up Paris green and found this: Paris green, also called Schweinfurt green, an extremely poisonous, bright green powder that was formerly used extensively as a pigment (e.g., in wallpaper) and that is sometimes used as an insecticide or to kill plant fungi; it must be used with great caution because of its poisonous nature. Chemically it is a copper acetoarsenite that may be prepared from arsenic trioxide and copper acetate.)
P.M. PETERS cemetery #43 From Der Nord Westen, 21 Jan. 1892: Burial of Mr. P.M. Peters last Mon. morning (his death had been reported in the Sonntagsblatt edition on the previous Sun.). "The esteem in which he was held was reflected in the attendance".
SOPHIA PETERS cemetery #44 From the Manitowoc Pilot, November 30, 1905: After a lingering illness of a year's duration, due to a complication of diseases, Mrs. Sophia Peters, widow of the late Fred Peters, responded to the final summons last Saturday night at 11 o'clock, at the home of her son, Ferdinand Peters, 807 North Eighth street. The decedent was sixty-eight years old. She was born and reared in Mecklenburg-Schwerin, Germany; and was married to Fred Peters in her native land in the year 1867. Her maiden name was Sophia Schroeder. The couple had born to them five children, of whom two died as infants, in Germany. The family came to America in 1884 and immediately located in Manitowoc. In the following year they removed to Neshota, where they remained for about a year and a half, after which they returned to Manitowoc and built a home on North Eighth street, where the decedent had resided continuously until several weeks ago, when her son Ferdinand removed her to his home, where she breathed her last Saturday night. Her husband died about three years ago. Mrs. Sophia Peters leaves three children to mourn her loss. They are: Ferdinand of this city, E.J. Peters of Chicago, and T.C. Peters of Milwaukee. Two sisters also survive. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o'clock, Rev. Machmiller officiating and interment being at Evergreen cemetery. All the children of the departed were present at the funeral. The mourners have the sympathy of friends. ******** From Der Nord Westen, 30 Nov. 1905: Death Sat., following a long illness, of Mrs. Sophie Peters at the home of her son Ferdinand Peters. The deceased, who born 20 June 1837 in Germany, came to Manitowoc in 1884. She is survived by 3 sons. The funeral was held Tues. from the Lutheran Church, ******** [cause: nephritis]
TILLIE B. PETERS cemetery #33 Mrs. Tillie Peters, 72, formerly of 723A N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Saturday at Manitowoc County Hospital. Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m. Tuesday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schrankler will officiate and burial will be in Knollwood Memorial Gardens, Town of Kossuth. Mrs. Peters, nee Tillie Sieverson, was born Nov. 1, 1899, at Shirley, Wis., daughter of the late Frank and Emma Krueger Sieverson. She was married to Joseph Peters Feb. 14, 1933, at Waukegan, Ill. Her husband preceded her in death in 1970. She had been employed at Lakside Packing Co., Manitowoc, for several years. She was also employed at Mirro Aluminum Co., Manitowoc, until her retirement in 1972. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 o'clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 13, 1972
ALICE M. PETERSEN cemetery #44 Aloysia Margaretha “Alice” Breuer, born May 1876 in Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin to Herman Henry and Helena Fuessenich Breuer. Married to Martin Petersen. Died in West Allis, Milwaukee Co., Wisconsin on March 03, 1946, aged 69. Buried in #44 Evergreen Cemetery, Sec P, block 17, lot 6, graves 1 & 2. (contributed by researcher/see contributors page) ********* [d. 03-03-1946 at Milwaukee WI/age 70 yrs./bur. on Martin Petersen lot]
CHRISTIAN PETERSEN (d. 1918) TWO FORMER LOCAL RESIDENTS DIE AT MILWAUKEE Christian Peterson(sic), former city assessor and pioneer resident of the city, died on Sunday at the age of 90 years. The body will arrive here tonight or tomorrow morning and funeral services will be held from the home of Edward Peterson, 615 North Tenth street, Tuesday afternoon, under auspices of Chickerming lodge, I.O.O.F. Mr. Peterson was born at Copenhagen, Denmark on August 23, 1828 and served in the Danish army in the war of 1849. He came to Manitowoc in 1851 and was married on July 12, 1863. Mr. Peterson was for a number of years the city assessor and was well and favorably known. He is survived by his aged widow, two daughters, Mrs. Joseph Schwab of Milwaukee and Miss Agnes Peterson of Lincoln City, Neb., and by two sons, Edward J. and Theodore of this city. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, September 30, 1918 ******* [cause: apoplexy/bur. on Charles Petersen lot] ******* Mrs. Christ Petersen and daughter, Mrs. J.E. Schwab, who were here to attend the funeral of the late Christ Petersen, have returned to Milwaukee. Miss Agnes Petersen, who was also here to attend the funeral of the late Christ Petersen, have returned to Milwaukee. Miss Agnes Petersen, who was also here to attend the funeral of her father, has returned to Lincoln, Neb., where she holds the position of city librarian. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, October 03, 1918, Page 3
CLARA PETERSEN cemetery #41 Miss Clara Peterson(sic), 89, formerly of Rt. 1, Valders, died Friday noon at Family Heritage Nursing Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Faith Lutheran Church, Valders. The Rev. Robert Onkka will officiate and burial will be in Valders West Cemetery. Miss Peterson was born Jan. 15, 1883, at Valders, daughter of the late Martin and Marit Golheug Peterson. Survivors include nieces and nephews. Three brothers and three sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Christiansen Funeral Home, Valders, from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday and Monday and then at the church until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. November 11, 1972
JULE PETERSEN cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 15 July 1897: Sudden death Sun. of Julius Peterson, a well-known resident here and traveling representative for the Frankfurth Hardware Co. of Milwaukee. The burial took place Tues. in the city cemetery. The deceased leaves a widow and 1 child. What makes the death so sad is the fact that the family buried a 7-mo. old son on Thurs. last week.
MARTIN O. PETERSEN cemetery #41 Martin Peterson(sic), also one of the old settlers of the community died at his home near Valders and was buried at the Norwegian Lutheran church on Monday. He was born 80 years ago in Norway and had lived on the same farm for 40 years. He leaves a widow and five children. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 14, 1920 P.4 (Note: I think this is where this obit goes)
MAUD PETERSEN cemetery #44 Mrs. Edward J. Peterson(sic), 57, died at the hospital Monday afternoon, two weeks after having undergone an operation. The funeral was held Thursday afternoon with burial at Evergreen. Survivors are the husband, two sons and a grandchild. Manitowoc Sun, Manitowoc, Wis. December 20, 1935 P.5 ******** [bur. 12-19-1935/age 57 yrs./cause: acute cardiac delatation/ bur. on Edward J. Peterson lot]
WALTER PETERSEN cemetery #44 Walter G. Petersen, 64, veteran of World War I and a Manitowoc resident for 15 years, died unexpectedly of a heart attack at his Turner Avenue home Sunday noon. He previously had been in good health. Funeral services will be conducted at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. T. Parry Jones of Sheboygan will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Petersen was born March 10, 1890, at Chicago and moved to Athelstane in Marinette County in 1906. Later he took up residence in North Dakota where he entered military service in World War I, serving with the 338th Field Artillery in France. He came to Manitowoc in 1940 and in 1948 married the former Eva Clark. The couple established residence on Turner Avenue, Rt. 2, Two Rivers. For seven years he was employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., and more recently was working as a carpenter for the Lakeside Machine Co. of Manitowoc. He was a member of the Drews-Bleser American Legion ??? which will conduct rites at the grave. Surviving are his wife and a brother, Harry L. Petersen of Goodman, Wis. Friends may call at the funeral home after noon Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, February 21, 1955 P. 15 ******* [d. 02-20-1955/age 64 yrs.]
BABY PETERSON (d. 1950) cemetery #44 Funeral services for the infant son of Mr. and Mrs. (private) Peterson of 1023 South 25th street, Manitowoc, born at the Holy Family hospital last Thursday and who died the following day, took place Saturday morning at the Leschke funeral home, Manitowoc. Burial was in Evergreen cemetery. Survivors are the parents; two brothers (private); maternal grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. William Murton, and paternal grandmother, Mrs. Bertha Peterson. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Monday, November 13, 1950 P. 12
CAROL A. PETERSON cemetery #44 Carol A. Peterson, age 57, of 4432 Just Court, Manitowoc, died on Monday, Nov. 3, 2008, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Carol was born on Dec. 4, 1950, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Roy A. and Gladys M. (Roberts) Peterson. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1969 from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. Carol has been employed with the Manitowoc Police Department as court clerk for the past 39 years. She was a member of St. Francis of Assisi Parish. She is a member of AFSCME Local 731 of which she was currently serving as vice president. Survivors include one daughter, one brother and sister-in-law, nieces and nephews. Other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents. (Survivors edited for privacy) Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at St. Francis of Assisi Church-Waldo, North 14th and Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc. The Rev. Richard Klingeisen will celebrate the Mass of Christian Burial. Burial of her cremated remains will follow at Evergreen Cemetery. Relatives and friends may call on Friday, Nov. 7, 2008, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Reinbold & Pfeffer Family Funeral Home, 818 State St., Manitowoc, and again on Saturday, Nov. 8, 2008, at church from 10 a.m. until the time of Mass at 11 a.m. A prayer service will be lead by Deacon Kenn Nelesen at 7 p.m. on Friday night at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, a memorial has been established in Carol's name. The Peterson family would like to thank the nurses and doctors of the Critical Care Unit at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center for the compassionate care provided to Carol. Herald Times Reporter, Nov. 6, 2008
ELLA PETERSON cemetery #89A Mrs. Victor Peterson, 82, of 1801-28th St., Two Rivers, died early Monday morning at Hamilton Memorial Home, Two Rivers, where she was a resident for only two days. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Deja & Martin Funeral Chapels, Two Rivers, the Rev. Vernon Hauser officiating. Burial will be in Pioneers' Rest Cemetery. Mrs. Peterson, nee Ella Winkelmiller, was born Jan. 30, 1889, at Two Rivers, and daughter of Richard and Sophie Heyroth Winkelmiller. She attended the Two Rivers public schools and Two Rivers High School. She was married to Victor Peterson at Two Rivers in 1914. Besides her husband, she leaves two sons, Russel of Fullterton, Calif., and Kenneth of Manitowoc; three daughters, Mrs. Henry Breivogel and Mrs. Russell Kirchner of Two Rivers, and Mrs. Ralph Brouchoud of Rhinelander; two sisters, a twin, Mrs. Earl Lindsey of Neillsville, and Mrs. William Brey of Manitowoc; 16 grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. A daughter preceded her in death. Friends mayc all at the funeral chapels from 6 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 8, 1971
GEORGE C. PETERSON G.C. Peterson Is Dead at 67 Manitowoc - George C. Peterson, 67, veteran businessman, died Sunday morning at Memorial Hospital. He had been in ill health five days. Mr. Peterson, who resided at 931 N. 12th St. had been in the sheet metal, roofing and furnace business for almost 40 years. The present George C. Peterson Sheet Metal Works, 304 N. Ninth St., was started by Mr. Peterson and a Mr. Rayan in 1921. Mr. Peterson took over sole operation in 1922. He came to Manitowoc at the age of 16 and was employed by Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. eventually becoming foreman of its sheet metal shop. He was born in the Town of Gibson Nov. 19, 1892, son of the late Ralph and Caroline Peterson Peterson. Mr. Peterson married Julia Zankle at Manitowoc Oct. 27, 1915. He was a member of the Manitowoc Elks Lodge, Manitowoc Aerie of Eagles, served as past president of Manitowoc County Fish and Game Protective Assn., was a member of the Manitowoc chapter of the Izaak Walton League, other sportsmen clubs and Lutheran Brotherhood of First Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Thomas K. Wyseman of Seville, Spain; a brother, Walter of Manitowoc; four sisters, Mrs. L.E. Johnson of Marinette, Mrs. Lill Wall of Chicago and Mrs. Alma Hendries and Mrs. Mabel DeCavit of Detroit; and a granson. Funeral arrangements will be announced Tuesday by Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, February 22, 1960, page 13
GLADYS L. PETERSON Mrs. Nels Petersen, 72, of 1118 Park Row Blvd., Manitowoc, died Sunday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at Phipps Memorial Chapel of First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Petersen, nee Gladys Peterson, was born Nov. 26, 1900, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Caroline Metzger Peterson. She attended Manitowoc schools and had been employed at Mirro Aluminum Co. for a number of years. She was married to Nels Petersen June 3, 1924, at Manitowoc. They resided at Manitowoc all their lives. She was a past member of the Board of Women's Deacons and past Noble Grand of the Rebecca Lodge No. 18. She was a member of First Presbyterian Church, Lois Society, Memorial Hospital Auxiliary and American Legion Auxiliary and American Legion 25 Year Club. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) A brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday until noon Wednesday and then at the chapel until the time of service. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 26, 1973 ******** [d. 02-25-1973/age 72 yrs./widow of Nels Peterson]
IDA PETERSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 08 June 1899: Death Thurs. morning last week following a long illness of Miss Ida Peterson, daughter of Chr. Peterson here at the age of 30. ******* Funeral services over the mortal remains of the late Miss Ida Peterson were held from the home on Park street at 2 o'clock this afternoon. A large number of sorrowing friends had assembled to pay the last tribute to the memory of a loved one and the floral offering were numerous and beautiful. Rev. Rankin, of the Presbyterian church officiated and spoke very highly of the character and life of the departed. The interment was at Evergreen. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, June 3, 1899
INGABORG PETERSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 04 June 1903: Mrs. Ole Peterson died suddenly here Sun. She was perfectly well until Sun. evening about 8 p.m. when she was stricken with a lung embolism from which she died within 20 mins. Mrs. Peterson was born 22 Dec. 1840 in Valders, Norway, and had been a resident in Tisch Mills for many years. About a year ago Mr. Peterson sold his property in Tisch Mills and moved to Manitowoc with his family. The deceased is survived by her husband and 8 children. Her funeral was held yesterday afternoon.
ISABEL K. PETERSON cemetery #43 Mrs. Julius Peterson, 50, of 1901A Franklin St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been confined three weeks. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church. The Rev. Alfred Pritzl will officiate and burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. The former Isabel Walsh was born at Osman Aug. 12, 1909, daughter of the late Tom and Katherine Gallagher Walsh. She was graduated from Lincoln High School, Manitowoc, in 1928 and was married Feb. 9, 1932. Mrs. Peterson was a member of the Catholic Woman's Club, St. Ann Society of St. Boniface Church and the Germania Society. Surviving are the husband, two sons, four daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); four sisters, Mrs. John Rader and Mrs. Raymond Schnell of Osman and Mrs. Ervin Ruchhoeit and Mrs. Roland Meyer of Manitowoc; two brothers, William and Thomas of Osman, and two grandchildren. A son, Private James, with the U.S. Marine Corps, died July 10, 1954. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by the parish and at 7:30 p.m. by the Catholic Woman's Club. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 12, 1960
JACOB PETERSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 18 Jan. 1894: Death on Thurs. of last week of Jakob Peterson, an old and active resident of Manitowoc. The deceased, who reached the age of 75, was buried in the city cemetery on Tues. under the auspices of the Masonic Lodge.
JOHN P. PETERSON cemetery #44 JOHN PETERSON, OLD TIME SHIP CALKER, AND IN LATER YEARS FISH VENDOR IS DEAD IN CITY John Peterson, a pioneer of the city remembered in the olden days as an expert ship calker, and who for sixteen years past has plied the calling of a fish vendor, died at the Holy Family hospital on Sunday. Decedent was born in Norway 79 years ago. He recently made his home with a daughter, Mrs. Jerome Reif at Whitelaw. He came here in 1864. Three children mourn his loss, being Mrs. Jerome Reif, Whitelaw; Mrs. J. A. Jacobson, Minneapolis; Martin Paterson, Lakewood, Ohio. The funeral will be held on Wednesday at 1pm from St. Paul’s Norwegian church. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, August 27, 1917, Page 8 ******** [bur. 08-28-1917/cause: hypostate pneumonia]
JULIA I. PETERSON cemetery #44 Mrs. George C. Peterson, 76, of 718 N. Eighth St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. George Knudson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Peterson, nee Julia Zankle, was born Feb. 15, 1894. at Menchalsville, daughter of the late George and Theresa Zeman Zankle. She was married to Mr. Peterson, founder of Peterson Sheet Metal Works at Manitowoc, Oct. 27, 1915, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death Feb. 21, 1960. Mrs. Peterson was a member of the First Lutheran Church Altar Guild, First Lutheran Church Women, the Homemaker's Club and the Federation of Women's Clubs. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Thomas K. (Mildred) Wysman, of Belleville, Ill., two brothers, Edmund, of Manitowoc and Louis, of Two Rivers, a sister, Mrs. Charles Hopf of Manitowoc and two grandchildren. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Friday until noon Saturday and then at the chapel. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 15, 1970
LOUIS PETERSON (d. 1918) cemetery #44 CAPT. LOUIS PETERSON, VETERAN LAKE SAILOR, PASSES AWAY AT AGE OF 64 YRS.—FUNERAL THURS. Capt. Louis Peterson, veteran of the lakes and well known resident of the city, passed away at his home early today at the age of 64 years. Capt. Peterson had been in failing health for some time. Born at Skoen, Norway, Oct. 29, 1854, Capt. Peterson came to America in youth and located here years ago. He followed the lakes and was captain of the Phoenix. Of late years he had retired and had been employed as a ship carpenter at the local shipyards. Besides his widow, Capt. Peterson is survived by three children, Mrs. Chas. Seehase, Mrs. Charles Krug, this city, and Mrs. Roy Williamson of Wyoming. One brother, Capt. Peter Peterson of Chicago and a sister, Mrs. Theo. Torrison of Milwaukee and three grandchildren also survive. Capt. Peterson was a member of the Odd Fellows lodge which will attend the funeral to be held Thursday afternoon from the home, 700 North 9th street. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, May 13, 1918, Page 8 ******** [bur. 05-16-1918/cause: intestitis nephritis]
MABEL PETERSON cemetery #44 From Der Nord Westen, 07 Apr. 1904: Death yesterday from appendicitis of Mabel Peterson, daughter of 9th St. resident Louis Peterson. The deceased was born here 17 yrs. ago. In addition to her parents she is survived by 2 sisters. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon. ********* [bur. 04-07-1904/cause: bronchitis]
MARY PETERSON (d. 1912) cemetery #44 FINDS WIFE DEAD IN YARD ON RETURN HOME Mrs. Walter Peterson, Dies Suddenly at Home in Marshfield BRINGS BODY TO CITY FOR BURIAL Absent from home for an hour, Walter Peterson, a former Manitowoc man returned to his home at Marshfield Friday to find his wife dead, her body in the yard where she had been stricken by heart failure and had died alone and unattended. News of the death of Mrs. Peterson reached here Sunday and the body was brought to the city for burial today. Mrs. Peterson was in her usual health when her husband left home Friday afternoon to attend to some busines affairs. Mr. Peterson returned home in an hour to discover the lfeless (sic) body on the ground near the house and physicians who were called said heart failure had caused almost instant death. It is supposed that Mrs. Peterson had been working about the yard and due to over exertion or some other cause the attack was brought on. Mrs. Peterson was 34 years of age and was formerly Miss Mary Heiser, of Gibson this county. After marriage she removed with her husband to Marshfield and had since resided there. Besides the husband, one child, a daguhter (sic), aged four survives. One brother John Heiser this city and two brothers in Clark county and three sisters one at Gibson and two at Oconto survive. Funeral services will be held from Sacred Heart church at 8:30 Tuesday morning, with interment at Evergreen. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, June 17, 1912 P.1 ******** [bur. 06-18-1912/cause: heart disease]
MATTIE PETERSON cemetery #44 Mrs. Charles Peterson, 87, who resided with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Chermak, 1124 Waldo Blvd., Manitowoc, died Monday at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Thursday at St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Edmund Olson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Peterson, nee Mattie Olson, was born Aug. 27, 1882, in Town of Carlton, Kewaunee County, daughter of the late Martin and Maria Alberts Olson. On Nov. 14, 1900, she was married to Charles Peterson and the couple farmed in Carlton township until 1928 when it moved to Manitowoc and located at 914 N. Ninth St. She was a member of the American Lutheran Church Women (ALCW) and Esther Circle. Her husband preceded her in death Nov. 1, 1943. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Harry (Mabel) Chermak, of Manitowoc; a brother, Lawrence, of Tampa, Fla., a sister, Mrs. Andrew Anderson, of West Allis; three grandchildren and five great grandchildren. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Ninth Street entrance, Manitowoc, after 4 p.m. Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday and then at the church until time of services. Memorials may be given to the St. Paul Church building fund. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 20, 1970 ********* [d. 01-19-1970/age 87 yrs./widow of Charles E. Peterson]
NELS P. PETERSON cemetery #44 Nels P. Petersen, 77, of 1118 Park Row Blvd., Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gervase Zanotti will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Petersen was born July 12, 1895, at Menominee, Mich., son of the late Miels and Christine Jensen Petersen. He atteded schools in Menominee. He entered the service in World War I and served as a first sergeant in Company E of the 337th Infantry at Battle Creek, Mich. Following World War I Mr. Petersen came to Manitowoc and was employed by the Fire Department from 1919 until his retirement in 1962. He also served as first assistant fire chief from 1948 until his retirement. He married Galdys Peterson June 3, 1924, at Manitowoc. Mr. Petersen was a member of First Prebyterian Church and served as an elder and trustee of the church. He was also a member of the Odd Fellows Lodge No. 55 and the American Legion Drews-Bleser Post No. 88. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Tuesday until 11:30 a.m. Wednesday and then at the church from noon until the time of service. Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. February 6, 1973 ******** [d. 02-05-1973/age 77 yrs.](14 Aug 1895/Feb 1973/SSDI)
NELS PETE PETERSEN cemetery #2 N.P. PETERSEN DEATH Sunday Route 1 Resident Lived In The County 39 Years Niles(sic) Peter Peterson, 70, a resident of Manitowoc Route 1 for the last 39 years, died Sunday at his home. The body may be viewed at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei Funeral home this evening and until the hour of the funeral Tuesday at 1:30 p.m., from the funeral home and at 2:30 at the Gjerpen church. The Rev. E.A. Fretheim will officiate and burial will be in the adjoining cemetery. Mr. Petersen was a farmer. He was born in Denmark but came to the United States when a young boy. He was married 43 years ago and for the last 39 years, the couple resided in this county. Survivors are the widow, two daughters, Mrs. Alfred Madson, town of Cato, and Mrs. Walter Vetter, city, one son, Elmer, of Hartland; two sisters, Mrs. Peter Nelsen and Mrs. Jens Rassmussen, both of Hartland, and one brother, Martin, of Hartland. He also leaves eight grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, January 23, 1933 P.2
PETER PETERSON (d. 1943) cemetery #44 Peter A. Peterson, first president of the Manitowoc Central Labor Council, died this morning at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Bernice Schmidtmann, 834 South 18th street, after a long illness. Mr. Peterson was a member of the Iron Moulders union for 49 years and was a charter member of its local here, No. 301. He learned the moulders trade here as a young man and followed it until his retirement three years ago. For 26 years prior to his retirement he was employed at the Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry. Funeral services will be held Thursday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home with the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. Born in the town of Liberty on Jan. 25, 1870, Mr. Peterson came to this city as a young man and learned the moulders trade which he followed all his life. In 1893 he was married to Miss Anna Halloran who died eight years ago. Survivors are three daughters, Mrs. Schmidtmann and Mrs. William Gerl of this city and Mrs. Edward C. Brunning of Peoria, Ill.: four sons, Jule, Stanley and George of this city, and Norman of Milwaukee; one brother, Nels Peterson of the town of Liberty; one sister, Mrs. Louis Hendrikson of Tacoma, Washington; and 11 grandchildren. The body will lie in state at the funeral home from 7 o'clock this evening to the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. June 22, 1943 P. 2 ******** [d. 06-22-1943/age 73 yrs./cause: myocarditis]
RALPH PETERSON cemetery #27 From Der Nord Westen, 26 Feb. 1903: Ralph Pederson, a farmer in Town Gibson, was in Manitowoc on business on Mon. He started home in the afternoon, and as he was traveling along the Neshoto road about 4 miles from Manitowoc, his horses shied and ran off, overturning the heavy wagon on top of him. It was later found that 3 ribs were broken and 2 pierced his lungs so that he died quickly. The body was taken to Manitowoc and the coroner's jury returned a verdict of accidental death. Pederson was a well-to-do man, age 56, who leaves a wife and 9 children.
STANLEY PETERSON cemetery #44 Stanley Peterson Sudden Victim of a Heart Attack Stanley Peterson, 40, former fifth ward alderman and active for years in Manitowoc's Citizenship day programs and a movement for a course in municipal government for city officials, died suddenly this morning at the Holy Family hospital of a heart attack. Mr. Peterson, who for the past three years has been a clerk in the navy supply office at the Manitowoc Ship Building Company, complained of feeling ill last night at his home, west of (Photo) the city on route 5, Manitowoc. He was moved to the hospital but seemed slightly improved this morning. He suffered a sudden ????? shortly after eight o'clock and ?? ??? a few minutes. Funeral Thursday Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Paul ?????? officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. He was born in this city in 1903, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Peter Peterson and was educated in city schools. He took employment at the Burger Boat Company and later operated a filling station at South Ninth and Quay streets. Three years ago he took a position as clerk in the navy supply office at the ship yards. When a young man Mr. Peterson took an interest in civic affairs. He was one of the early supporters of Citizenship day, observed in Manitowoc in 19?9 for the first time. He was elected alderman from the fifth ward in 1933 and served six years until 1939. In 1937 he launched a plan for establishment of a school for city officials, which received the endorsement of President Clarence Dykstra of the University of Wisconsin and Dean Frank Holt, head of the university's extension division. Wife Survives Former Alderman Peterson told meetings called to discuss this program that city officials could gain much valuable information on municipal procedure through a special 30-weeks course each year. He was also active in safety programs in the city and during his term in the council served several years on the City Safety commission. He was a member of the Shipbuilders and Boilermakers local No. 443. In 1941 Mr. Peterson married Selma Fischer of this city. She survives with two daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); three sisters Mrs. William Gerl and Mrs. Bernice Schmidtmann of this city, Mrs. E.C. Brunning of Bedford, Ind.; three brothers, J?le A. and George of this city, Norman J. of Los Angeles. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Wednesday noon until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Tuesday, April 25, 1944 P. 2 ******** Funeral services for Stanley Peterson, 40, former alderman, who died suddenly yesterday at the hospital, will be held Thursday at 3 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. The hour of the services has been changed to allow a sister, Mrs. E.C. Brunning of Bedford, Ind., to reach here. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, April 26, 1944 P. 2 ******** [d. 04-25-1944/age 40 yrs./cause: pneumonia/bur. on P.A. Peterson lot-his father]
SUSANNA PETERSON cemetery #40 Passed Away on Saturday Services For Mrs. Nels Peterson To Be Held Wednesday Mrs. Nels Peterson, 52, died late Saturday at the home in the town of Liberty. She had been ill for several months. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m., from the Gjerpen Lutheran church. Burial will be in the Liberty cemetery. Mrs. Peterson, whose maiden name was Susanne Prehm, was born in Newton in 1884 and was married to Louis Bleichwehl in 1903. Mr. Bleichwehl died in 1918. She was married to Nels Peterson in 1922 and they located on a farm in Liberty, Survivors are the widower; five daughters, Mrs. Joseph Taylor, Milwaukee, Mrs. Wilkes Johnson, Madison; Florence Bleichwehl, Liberty, Ida Mae and Suzanne Peterson, Liberty; three sons, Walter Bleichwehl, Racine, Wis.; Erhardt Bleichwehl, Milwaukee, Robert Peterson, Liberty; a stepson, Norris Peterson, city; a sister, Mrs. Fred Hoefner, Marshfield, Wis.; and four grandchildren. The body will be removed to the Peterson home Tuesday afternoon from the Vogelsang funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 23, 1936
WALTER H. PETERSON cemetery #44 Walter H. Peterson, 84, of 1426 N. Eighth Street, died Tuesday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness. Mr. Peterson was born June 9, 1888, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Ralph and Caroline Peterson Peterson. In 1907, he married Mary Heiser at Gibson. She preceded him in death in 1912. Nov. 29, 1941, he married Mabel Christman at Sheboygan. The couple resided at Manitowoc until 1952, then resided in California for eight years, returning to Manitowoc in 1960. He was employed at George Peterson Sheet Metal Co. for 32 years, retiring in 1950. Prior to then he was a city fireman, driving the horse-drawn type fire rig. Survivors include his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Morton Berge of Manitowoc; a step- daughter, Mrs. Henry Caldwell of Yuma, Ariz.; two step-sons, Robert and Jack Christman of Manitowoc; three sisters, Mrs. Mabel DeCavit of Detroit, Mich., Mrs. Lillian Wall of Chicago and Mrs. Edith Johnson of Marinette; 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, January 15, 1963 ******* [d. 01-17-1963/age 84 yrs./bur. on Charles Ruether lot] (09 Jun 1878/Jan 1963/SSDI) (Note: It appears that the newspaper has an incorrect b. date for him)
KENNETH JOHN PETRICK cemetery #43 Funeral sevices for First Lt. Kenneth Petrick, 22, whose body arrived last night from Pensacola, Fla., will be held at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home and at 9 o'clock a solemn requiem high mass at the St. Andrews Catholic church. Burial will be in Calvary cemetery. There will also be military rites by the American Legion. The casket will not be opened. The rosary will be recited at 8 o'clock tonight at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, March 28, 1947 P.2
CHARLOTTE PETRI cemetery #89A From Der Nord Westen, 06 June 1901: Death Mon. evening in Two rivers of Mrs. John Petrie of consumption. The funeral will take place today from the Lutheran Church.
LEANDER P. PETRIE cemetery #83 Leander P. Petrie, 64, of Kiel, died unexpectedly on Saturday, Feb. 20, 1999, at Sheboygan Memorial Medical Center. He was born on May 9, 1934, in Malone, a son of Frank and Dorothy Schmitz Petrie. He served in the U.S. Army from 1954 to 1956. On Sept. 20, 1958, he married Betty Olig at Holy Cross Catholic Church in Mount Calvary. The couple had celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary with family and friends. Leander owned and operated Kiel Feed Mill from 1960 to 1983, and owned Lee's Pallet Mfg. in Kiel from 1983 until his retirement in 1996. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, sturgeon spearing and bird watching, and was an avid sportsman. He was a former member and supporter of many local conservation clubs. He spent many hours with his dog, Tasha, his friend and companion. Survivors include his wife, Betty; his children, 10 grandchildren, one sister-in-law, other relatives and many close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Francis Petrie. Services: A funeral Mass will be held at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at St. George Catholic Church in Elkhart Lake. The Rev. Daniel Lasecki will officiate. Brief family rites will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday at Meiselwitz-Vollstedt funeral Home in Kiel. Burial will be at St. Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery in Kiel. Visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. Wednesday and from 9 a.m. until the time of family rites Thursday at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in his name. The Reporter - Fond du Lac WI - February 22, 1999
PAULINE E. PETROSKY cemetery #43a DIES TUESDAY AT FARM HOME Mrs. Pauline Petrosky Was Lifelong County Resident Mrs. Pauline Petrosky, 73, lifelong resident of the county, died yesterday at the farm home in the town of Liberty. She was the last surviving member of the Jahn family. Born Pauline Jahn in the town of Newton in 1862 she was married to John Petrosky in 1888 and they located on the homestead farm in Liberty near English Lake. Survivors are the widower; two daughters, Mrs. John Kalasa, Liberty, and Mrs. Apolonary Korlesky, Newton; two sons, Frank, city, and Theodore, Liberty; and two grandchildren. The body is at the Leschke funeral home. Funeral arrangements will be announced tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. Wednesday, November 13, 1935 P. 2
ALBERT PETSKA cemetery #18 ALB. PETSKA PIONEER CO. MERCHANT DEAD Well Known Resident of Rosecrans Dies at Age of 55 A resident of the county since he was six months of age Albert Petska, well known business man of the county who has been conducting a general store at Rosencrans died at his home at 3 o'clock yesterday afternoon aged 55 years. The funeral will be held Saturday morning from the home at 9 o'clock with services at St. Wenzel's Catholic church at 10 o'clock at Greenstreet. Mr. Petska had been in ill health for some time. Albert Pestska was born in Bohemia March 10, 1869 and in November the same year came to America and Manitowoc county with his parents. The family settled near Rosecrans where he grew to manhood and thirty-one years ago was married to Anna Hammernick, the widow who with four children, Edward and Albert, Mrs. Fielder and Mrs. Peck, all of Rosecrans, survive him. A son, Frank, died a number of years ago. Four brothers and four sisters also survive him. They are Frank of Maribel, James of Green Bay, Leonard of Kellnersville and John of Chicago; Mrs. Klika of Green Bay, Mrs. Proffant of LaPorte, Ind., Mrs. Vrba of Pasadens, Cal., and Mrs. Francis Fara, LaPorte, Ind. Mr. Petska was prominent in the affairs of his home and served in many official capacities, including that of county supervisor a number of terms. He was well liked and a companionable man who won and held friends. He was successful in his business and progressive. Mr. Petska had conducted the merchandise business at Rosecrans for twenty- one years and was one of the best known men in the county. He was a member of the Catholic Union, the Z.C.B.J. and the Manitowoc Aerie of Eagles. Manitowoc Herald New, Manitowoc, Wis. July 24, 1924 P. 2 ********* Mr. and Mrs. Joe Cenefelt, Mr. and Mrs. John Skiver, Mrs. Mleziva and son, John Bartelme and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Goessl attended the funeral of Albert Petska Saturday at Green Street. It was one of the largest funerals ever held in that viciity. There were 175 automobiles in the funeral procession. Manitowoc Herald News, Manitowoc, Wis. July 30, 1924 P. 9
MARY PETSKA cemetery #44 Name: Petska, Mary D.: 9/3/1877 B.: Reg. D.: 9/28/1877 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 15 Yrs. B.P.: Bohemia D.P.: Mtwc. Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: Spouse: F.: J. Petska M.: Cause of Death: Malignant Scarlatina Pg. #: v.1 p.229 *************** [Note: Burial register has Buried Miss Batzta an frie ground (section L) $2.50/ it has been determine that this is Mary Petska]
MARY PETSKA cemetery #18 Maribel news: The funeral of Mrs. Frank Petska was held at Greenstreet Friday. Mrs. Petska was 77 years of age; her death being due to heart failure. She is survived by one sister, Mrs. Anna Petska of Oconto, who had lived here with her since the death of Mr. Petska, two years ago. The following from out of town were here to attend the funeral: Mr. and Mrs. E. Petska, Mrs. Albert Petska, Mrs. Frank Fidler, and Frank Yindra of Manitowoc, Mrs. Joseph Klika, Mr. and Mrs. Wencil Petska, and Mr. and Mrs. Emil Petska of Green Bay, Mr. and Mrs. Mueller of Peshitgo, and John Petska of Chicago. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, May 22, 1928 P.9
MARY PETSKA (d. 1907) cemetery #44 Two aged residents of the city finished with life within a day. The second death is that of Mrs. Mary Petska who died at the home of Joseph Mastalir, aged, 79. Mrs. Petska suffered paralysis several years ago. There are nine surviving children. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, October 5, 1907 P.1 ******* [bur. 10-07-1907/cause: cerebral paralysis]
RAYMOND L. PETSKA cemetery #55 Raymond L. Petska, 61, of Shoto, Rt. 2, Two Rivers, died early Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral service will be held at 9:15 a.m. at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at St. Ann Catholic Church, Francis Creek. The Rev. John Haen will officiate and burial will be in St. Patrick Cemetery, Maple Grove. Mr. Petska was born June 20, 1911, at Bolivar, Mo., son of the late Joseph and Theresa Kocian Petska. He married Bernadine Munhall in June of 1938 at Marinette, Wis. The couple located at Shoto. He was employed at Fred Radandt Sons Inc., Manitowoc, for 18 years and operated a tavern for the past 12 years. Mr. Petska was charter member of the Shoto Conservation Club, retired volunteer fireman for the Town of Two Rivers and a member of the Tavern League. Survivors include his wife, four sons and three daughters (Survivors omitted for privacy.); two brothers, Virgil, of Manitowoc and Adolph, of Chicago; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Wilhelm and Mrs. Charles Johanek, of Manitowoc and Mrs. Martin Krainik, of Denmark; and 10 grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, from 4 p.m. Wednesday until the hour of service Thursday. Memorial service will be at 3 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. October 10, 1972
ALICE PETZOLD cemetery #82 Mrs. Carl Petzold, 87, a former Kiel resident, died early today at the Terrace Nursing Home, 2305 N. 7th St. She had been in ill health for the past three years. The former Elisa Nagel, she was born July 2, 1876, in the Town of Schleswig, a daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Nagel, and received her education in the district school. She was married to Mr. Petzold of the Town of Schleswig on May 16, 1901. The couple settled in Kiel following their marriage, and observed their 62nd wedding anniversary in May of this year. Mrs. Petzold was a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Kiel, and the Frauenverein of the church. Survivors are her husband; a son, Calvin F. of Kiel; three grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. Services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in Kiel. The Rev. Vernon E. Jaberg, pastor, will officiate and burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home in Kiel from 3 p.m. Monday until 11 a.m. Tuesday, then at the church from noon until the services. The Sheboygan Press – Saturday, December 28, 1963 – P. 6
CALVIN PETZOLD cemetery #82 Calvin F. Petzold, 64, of 902 2nd St., Kiel, died Sunday morning at Calumet Memorial Hospital, Chilton, where he had been a patient for five days. He was born July 12, 1911, a son of Carl and Elisa Balz Petzold. He attended public school in Kiel. On Oct. 24, 1936 he married Elvera Siekmann of Sheboygan. The couple resided in Kiel after their marriage. He was employed at Stoelting Bros. Co., Kiel, for 25 years, and for the past 10 years was Kiel deputy city clerk. Mr. Petzold was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel; Kiel Lodge No 336, F &A M., and past member and past patron of the Kiel Eastern Star Chapter No. 281. Survivors include his widow; a daughter, (private); a son, (private), and three grandchildren. A son preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter UCC, officiating. Burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. no newspaper named, May 2, 1976
CARL W. PETZOLD cemetery #82 Carl W. Petzold, 93, of Kiel, died Friday evening at Toth Nursing Home, Chilton, where he had been a resident for about five years. He was born Jan. 9, 1876, in the Town of Sheboygan, the son of the late Mr. and Mrs. Gustav Petzold, and later lived in the Town of Schleswig in Manitowoc County. His marriage to Elisa Balz took place May 16, 1901. They lived in Kiel where he was employed at the J. B. Laun Co. and at Stoelting Bros. Co. Mr. Petzold was a member of St. Peter's United Church of Christ, Kiel. He also was a former active member of the Kiel Fire Department and was an honorary member at the time of his death. The couple observed their 62nd wedding anniversary in 1963. Mrs. Petzold died in December of that year. Surviving are a son, Calvin, Kiel; two grandchildren and two great-grand- children. Preceding him in death were a sister, a brother and a grandson. Funeral services will be held at 1:30 p.m. Monday at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, with the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor of St. Peter's Church, officiating. Burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. - 1970 ******** Carl W. Petzold, 93, a Kiel resident, died Friday at Toth Nursing Home, Chilton. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel. The Rev. John F. Baumann will officiate and burial will be in the Kiel Cemetery. Mr. Petzold was born Jan. 9, 1876, in Town of Sheboygan, son of the late Gustave and Polina Goebel Petzold. Later he moved to Town of Schleswig where he attended Maple Grove District School. He married Elisa Balz of Town of Schleswig May 16, 1901, and the couple located at Kiel. She died in December, 1963. He was employed by the J.B. Laun Co. and Stoelting Bros. Co., until retirement. He was active as a member of the Kiel Fire Department and was a member of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel. Survivors include a son, Calvin, of Kiel; two grandchildren and two great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a grandson, a sister and a brother. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 9 a.m. Monday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. January 3, 1970
GUSTAVE PETZOLD cemetery #82 Death came as a relief to Gustave Petzoldt(sic) on Thursday, February 3rd, at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Wm. Diefenthaler, Sr., in the town of New Holstein, following a stroke. He was born in Germany, September 24, 1850, and came to this country at the age of 9 years, settling with his parents near Sheboygan. In 1874 he was married to Pauline Goebel. The couple made their home near Sheboygan; after three years they moved on a farm near Millhome, in the town of Schleswig, where they lived until 14 years ago, when they sold their farm to their son William and moved to this city. His wife died 7 years ago. He is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Wm. Rohde, Sr., and Mrs. J. Kappelmann of Sheboygan; three children, Carl of this city, William of town Schleswig, and Mrs. Wm. Diefenthaler, Sr., of town New Holstein; seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Funeral services were held on Monday at the Reformed church officiated by Rev. O. Saewert. The remains were interred in the Kiel cemetery.
KATHERINE PETZOLD cemetery #84 Mrs. William Petzold, 73, of 734 Third St., Kiel; died Sunday afternoon at the Memorial Hospital, Sheboygan, where she had been a patient for the past 10 days. Her maiden name was Katherine Buchholz. She was born in the Town of Schleswig, the daughter of the late Joseph and Christine Rades Buchholz. She attended the district school and she was married to William Petzold of the town of Schleswig on Nov. 8, 1902. The couple operated the Petzold homestead farm in the town of Schleswig until their retirement in 1946 when they moved to Kiel. Survivors include her husband, four sisters, Mrs. Ida Gast, Milwaukee; Mrs. Henry Kattre, Kiel; Mrs. John J. Kuhn, Ada; and Mrs. Mary Reichardt, town of Schleswig; and two brothers, William of Kiel; and Herman of the town of Schleswig. She was preceded in death by one brother, Carl. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. at St. Peter Evangelical and Reformed Church, Kiel. The Rev. E. L. Worthman will officiate. Burial will be in the Rockville Cemetery. Friends may call at the Meiselwitz Funeral Home from 2 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday and at the church until the time of service. The Sheboygan Press - November 14, 1955 - P. 12
PAULINE PETZOLD cemetery #82 Mrs. Gustave Petzold Relieved of 16 Years of Invalidism. Death came as a relief to Mrs. Gustave Petzold on Sunday morning at her home in this village, after many years of patient suffering. The deceased, nee Pauline Goebel, was born in the state of New York, December 26th, 1852. In 1865 she was united in marriage to Gustave Petzold, the couple making their home on a farm in the town of Schleswig, near Millhome, where they resided until seven years ago, when they removed to Kiel. She was ill with rheumatism for 16 years and for the last 12 years has been helpless. Dropsy was the immediate cause of death. Besides her husband she leaves two sons, william on the old home farm, Charles in Kiel, and one daughter, Mrs. W. Diefenthaler of the town of New Holstein. Also a number of grand- children, two brothers and one sister. The funeral services were held Wednesday afternoon, with interment in the Kiel cemetery, Rev. Rech officiating. - 1920
WILLIAM H. PETZOLD cemetery #84 William H. Petzold, 77, died Sunday afternoon at Memorial hospital, Sheboygan, after an illness of several months. He had been hospitalized since February. Funeral services were held yesterday afternoon, Wednesday, from St. Peter’s Evangelical and Reformed church, in charge of the Rev. Vernon Jaberg. Burial was made in the Rockville cemetery. Born October 12, 1879, in the town of Schleswig, a son of the late Gustave and Paulina Petzold, he attended district school at Millhome. He was married to Miss Katherine Buchholz of Schleswig November 8, 1902. She died in November, 1955. Mrs. and Mrs. Petzold operated the Petzold homestead farm in Schleswig until their retirement in 1946 and they moved to Ada. They made their home in Kiel for the past 10 years. Only immediate survivors are a sister, Mrs. Amelia Diefenthaler, and a brother, Carl, both of Kiel. - June 2, 1957
HANFORD C. PEZOLDT cemetery #82 Hanford C. Pezoldt, 65, Des Plaines, Ill., a native of Kiel, died Wednesday morning. Born in Kiel, Jan. 6, 1905, son of the late William and Mathilda Pezoldt, he graduated from Kiel High School in 1923. He married the former Hazel Johann. Survivors include his wife; one daughter, a son, seven grandchildren, and two brothers, Kenneth, Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Juno, Milwaukee. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Meiselwitz Funeral Home, Kiel, the Rev. John F. Baumann, pastor, of St. Peter United Church of Christ, Kiel, officiating. Burial will be in Kiel Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 7 to 9 this evening. (no newspaper named, 7-24-1970)
MATHILDA PEZOLDT cemetery #82 Funeral services were held Saturday afternoon from the Presbyterian Church for Mrs. Mathilda Pezoldt, 71, who died at the Memorial hospital, Thursday. Mrs. Pezoldt had been a patient at the hospital for several weeks, after suffering a stroke at her home. The services were in charge of the Rev. Allen L. Bowe and interment was made in the Kiel cemetery. Mrs. Pezoldt was born February 26, 1882, at Calumetville, Fond du Lac County, a daughter of Jacob and Sophia Rothmann Reiss. She was married to William Pezoldt of Kiel in May, 1904. For years, she and her sister, Mrs. Carrie Mauer, operated a sweet shop in Kiel, selling the business in 1943. Since that time they have their home together in Kiel. Mrs. Pezoldt was a member of the Kiel branch of the Royal Neighbors, the First Presbyterian Church and the Dorcas society of the church. Survivors are three sons, Hanford of Des Plaines, Illinois, and Kenneth and Juno of Milwaukee; four grandchildren; a brother, Paul Reiss, and two sisters, Mrs. Carl Winter and Mrs. Carrie Mauer, of this city. Her husband preceded her in death in December, 1916. No newspaper named, July 20, 1953
ORVILLE PEZOLDT cemetery #82 Orville Pezold (sic), the eight year old son of Mr. Wm. Pezold died at the home of his Aunt Mrs. G. Maurer, Tuesday morning. The little fellow had been ill with influenza pneumonia since Dec. 19. Since the death of his father two years ago he made his home with Mr. and Mrs. Maurer. He was a general favorite among his school mates in the fourth grade of the public school. The grief-stricken mother and aunt have the deepest sympathy of the community in their double bereavement. Double funeral services were held at the Maurer home Wednesday afternoon at 2:30, W.H. Luehr of New Holstein officiating, with interment in the Kiel cemetery.
WILLIAM PEZOLDT cemetery #82 On Saturday a telegram was received with the news that Mr. Wm. Petzoldt had died at the Tuberculosis Sanitarium in Colorado Springs, Colorado. The coffin arrived here on Tuesday night and was taken to the home of the deceased. Mr. Petzoldt died one month and 4 days after going to the sanitarium. He was born in Milwaukee on September 20, 1880 and grew up there. He came to Kiel about 15 years ago and since then has worked at the Ammann Cigar Factory. On May 7, 1904 he married Miss Tillie Reiss from Calumet his surviving spouse. The marriage was blessed with four sons. Mr. Petzoldt had previously served as village trustee and for many years held the office of Day Marshall. He was a member of the following organizations, Woodmen, E. F. U., Beavers, Redmen, Turners, Fire Department and the Cigar Makers Union. The burial took place on W ednesday afternoon from his home to the Kiel Cemetery with Mr. Wm. Broeckert giving the funeral oration. Kiel Record 1916
ADELINE PEZZANI cemetery #44 Mrs. Mike Pezzani, 60, of 2131 Richmond Ave., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. N.W. Kock will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pezzani, nee Adaline M. Begalke, was born May 6, 1911, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late August and Emma Teesch Begalke. She was married to Mike Pezzani July 4, 1946, at Manitowoc. She was employed at the Schuette Bros. Co., Manitowoc, in the bookkeeping department for 42 years. She was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary of Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, a brother, August, of Milwaukee, two sisters, Mrs. Hilda Schultz, of Gentry, Ark., and Mrs. Hertha Dett, of Rogers, Ark., and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4 to 9 p.m. Wednesday and after noon at the church Thursday. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 18, 1972 ******** [d. 04-18-1972/age 60 yrs./wife of Mike P. Pezzani] (b. 6 May 1911/d. Apr. 1972/SSDI)
MIKE PEZZANI cemetery #44 [Michael Pezzani/d. 01-15-1987 at Rogers AR/age unk./cremains/widow of Adeline M. Pezzani/from cem. office: Burial permit has Mike Pietro Pezzani, died January 15, 1986 (1986 is then crossed out and 1987 is written there) in Rogers, Benton Co., Arkansas. The permit is written in black ink, except the portion that the cemetery filled out and the “1987”, so maybe someone here thought the year was wrong and incorrectly changed it.? He was buried 3/23/1987 though.] ******* (16 Apr 1909/Jan 1986/SSDI)