EVERGREEN CEMETERY OBITUARIES

ALONZO PIERCE Death in Town Manitowoc Rapids on Sun. morning of Alonzo C. Pierce, one of the first white residents of our county, coming here with his parents in 1837, a time when there were only a dozen white families here and the red men roamed the wilderness freely. He was born 03 June 1830 in the state of New York. In his youth he floated timber for a living and even made several trips to New Orleans. In 1854 he made a trip around Cape Horn to San Francisco to seek his fortune in the newly discovered gold fields, but 3 yrs. later came back to the old farmstead in Manitowoc. During the war he served with the 27th Wisconsin Infantry Regiment. At the war's end he reestablished his residency in Manitowoc Rapids. His death on Sun. was a result of a serious case of pneumonia. In addition to his widow, he is survived by several sons and a daughter, as well as two brothers (including Chief of Police P. Jerome Pierce of Manitowoc), and 2 sisters. The funeral was held Tues. in the local cemetery under the direction of the H.M. Walker Post of the G.A.R., of which the deceased was a member. Der Nord Westen, 07 Jan. 1904 ******** Alonzo C. Pierce, aged 74, one of the first settlers in this country passed away last Saturday morning at his home in Manitowoc Rapids. He had been sick with pneumonia for some time past. The funeral took place from the house Tuesday at 2 p.m., the Rev. S.R.S. Gray officiating. The local Grand Army organization took charge of the ceremonies. Mr. Pierce was a member of the order of Odd Fellows and a number of his fellow members attended the funeral. The interment took place at Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Pierce is survived by his brother, P.J. Pierce of this city and Monroe Pierce of Clarks Mills. He also leaves a widow and two children, Alonzo F. and Susan M. Two sisters also survive him. Besides these Mr. Pierce has a host of relatives throughout the county. Alonzo C. Pierce was born at Ticonderoga, N.Y., June 3, 1830. His family moved to this state in 1837 landing at Manitowoc from the steamer James Madison and proceeding to Manitowoc Rapids. At that time there were no docking facilities whatever in this harbor and the party was put ashore in a small boat. In 1845 their father took Alonzo and his brother Jerome to Green Bay to school as there were no schools here. The boys rode astride an Indian pony all the way. During the year 1852 3 (sic) Alonzo was engaged in sending lumber from the Wisconsin River to New Orleans. He traveled the entire length of the Mississippi River three times. The life was a rough one and a great many exciting incidents were apt to mark every journey. The year 1853 found him in California mining and lumbering. When the civil war broke out he enlisted and served for four years. He was slightly wounded in the head once while lying in a rifle pit; but remaking to a comrade, "they didn't get me that time,: he kept right on fighting. After the war he was honorably discharged and came home to settle on his farm at Rapids. Here he remained up to the time of his death. For the last fifteen years he has been raising garden truck for the market. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, January 7, 1904 pg. 1 ******** Alonzo C. Pierce Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 birth: 3 June 1830 Wis. death: 3 January 1904 Manitowoc Rapids, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1904 Man. Rapids father: Pliny Pierce mother: Susan N.Y. spouse: Lena Shaffland ******** [Alonzo Pierce/bur. 01-03-1904/cause: pneumonia]


CLARA PIERCE Miss Pierce, daughter of A.G. Pierce at the Rapids died Saturday and was buried yesterday. Her age was about twenty four years. She had been in ill health for several years. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, September 28, 1886 P.4 ******* (Note: A.G. Pierce was Alonzo Pierce/Lonzo on the 1880 Manitowoc Rapids census)


D.B. PIERCE Pierce - at the home in the town of Manitowoc Rapids, Wis., on Thursday, Feb. 28, Mr. Baily Pierce(sic). The cause of Mr. Pierce's death was published in last week's edition of the paper. It was hoped that he might be able to recover from the effects of his terrible experience, but death relieved the sufferer early Thursday a.m. Mr. Pierce leaves no family, but his death is a great shock to his aged parents and brothers and sisters. He had many friends in this section of the state and his untimely death is sadly regretted by all. He was a member of Horace M. Walker Post G.A.R., and his remains were accompanied to the grave by some of his sorrowing comrades. His interment took place at the cemetery in this city last Saturday. A large number of friends being present. Manitowoc Lakeshore Times, March 5, 1889 page 10 ******* Death of Bailey Pierce of Manitowoc Rapids last week as a result of an accident in which he was severely injured by his span of horses. He died last Thurs. morning (a complete description of the accident can be found in the issue of 28 Feb.) The Grand Army of the Republic carried him to his final rest. Der Nord Westen, 07 Mar. 1889 ********* D.B. Pierce of Manitowoc Rapids, notice of whose death was given in last week's issue, was born in New York August 25, 1835. He came with his parents to this county in 1838 and they settled in Manitowoc Rapids. At the time the county was an unbroken wilderness. His father had come to this place two years before. Bailey enlisted Sept. 19, 1864 and was mustered out of service at Brownsville, Texas, July 14, 1865. Since that time he has lived with his parents at the old homestead. A more devoted son never lived. He never married and devoted his life to the comfort of his parents. He was a man of exceptionally good habits and invariably maintained his cheerfulness no matter what adverse strokes Fortune might give. Repeatedly the swollen Manitowoc River tore away his dam. He always repaired the damage and never murmured. It is said of him that never in his life did he use a profane word or failed to show filial respect to his parents. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, March 7, 1889 P. 3 ********* [D.B. Pierce/bur. 03-02-1889/age 53 yrs./cause: accident]


EDNA PIERCE Mrs. Stanley J. Pierce, 77, of 530 N. Ninth St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Manitowoc County Hospital where she was a patient two months. Funeral services will be at 10:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pierce, nee Edna L. DePons, was born Dec. 7, 1887, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and Minnie Ipsch DePons. She resided at Manitowoc all her life. She attended Manitowoc public schools and was a graduate of West Side High School. She was married to Mr. Pierce Sept. 11, 1907, at Manitowoc. Mrs. Pierce was a member of the Germania Society and a past member of St. Faith and St. Margaret guilds of St. James Church. She is survived by her husband, three daughters, Mrs. Ray (Edith) Buege of Oconomowoc and Mrs. Pauline Herzog and Mrs. Dan (Florence) Beduhn, of Manitowoc, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Sunday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 5, 1965 P. 9 ******* [d. 06-04-1965/age 77 yrs./wife of Stanley Pierce/bur. on P.J. Pierce lot]


FLORENCE PIERCE BRING BODY FROM CHICAGO, BURIAL HERE Mrs. Flora Pierce, nee Besant, died at Chicago Saturday night following an illness of several months. The body will be brought to this city Tuesday night on the limited train over the Chicago & North Western and will be taken to the Frazier home at 520 Buffalo street from where the funeral will be held Wednesday afternoon with services at Evergreen Chapel at 2 o’clock, the Rev. E. J. Symons officiating. Mrs. Pierce was born in Wisconsin and would have been sixty-three years old on her next anniversary, August 27. She spent her girlhood days here and after her marriage to Calvin Jones of this city went to Chicago to make her home. Mr. Jones died and the widow married George Pierce, a Chicago railroad man. Mr. Pierce was killed in an accident sixteen years ago. Mrs. Pierce continued to make her home at Chicago. She is survived by two sisters, Mrs. Ever Shaw of Milwaukee, Pasadena, California, and one brother, Walter Besant of this city. Manitowoc Herald News, August 7, 1922 P. 1 ******** [bur 08-10-1922/age 62 yrs/cause: carcinoma of liver/bur on W.J. Beasant lot]


FRED PIERCE The unfortunate accident that claimed the life of Fred Pierce Friday night is to be deeply regretted. The city council, after much delay, placed an order for gates at the approaches of the bridge but the delivery and installation of the gates has been delayed. The bridge committee should insist that the contractor get busy and get the gates in at once. Had the advice of the Herald been heeded when first offered—immediately after the fatalities at Tenth street bridge—the gates would probably have been in place Friday night and the life of Mr. Pierce been saved. Candidly we believe that Manitowoc should install bascule bridges, discard the old ones and thus insure the certainty of protection. The city is growing and is surely large enough to operate the latest type of bridges. Manitowoc Herald News, December 2, 1918 P. 1 ******* OPEN DRAW; ANOTHER VICTIM Fred Pierce, a resident of Manitowoc Rapids, drove his car into the open draw from the North abutment of Eighth Street bridge on Friday evening and although rescued from the water shortly after, Mr. Pierce died within a few moments after being brought ashore. A heroic effort was made to aid Mr. Pierce by John Meyer, a 16 year old boy and the son of Capt. Meyer of the tug, Arctic, but the assistance given did not avail in saving the life of Mr. Pierce. Meyer who was near the north abutment of the bridge at the time the Pierce car went into the water, at once stripped off his coat and vest and jumped into the river and succeeded in holding Pierce's head above water until assistance came. Mr. Pierce who had but recently returned from a hunting trip in the north, came to the city Friay evening to procure the carcass of a deer which he had shot and shipped home. He left his home in the Rapids about 6 o'clock and after procuring the deer started on his return trip about 7:15 and in starting to cross Eighth Street bridge the accident occurred. The funeral was held from the home in Manitowoc Rapids Sunday afternoon. The delay in the city in procuring guards for the bridges after the accident which happened last June resulting in the death of two young people at Tenth Street bridge and the absence of which guards are now responsible for Pierce's death has caused considerable criticism here. The city authorities have, however, ordered these guards some weeks since and it is hoped that they will be installed before any further trouble of this nature occurs. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 5, 1918 ******* (Fred Pierce/d. 29 Nov. 1918/age 49 yrs./cause: drowning/from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc) [bur. 12-02-1918/cause: accident-drowning/bur. on AC Pierce lot] ******* DOG RESCUES MAN FROM ANGRY BULL AND SAVES HIS LIFE FRED PIERCE, RAPIDS, GORED BY BULL AND SUFFERS FRACTURE OF SEVERAL RIBS, SAVED BY DOG Attacked by a maddened bull, thrown to the ground and gored by the infuriated animal, Fred Pierce, a town of Rapids man was rescued from what seemed certain death by his dog, which attacked the bull and distracted the attention of the beast for a brief minute during which time Mr. Pierce was able to make his escape from the barnyard and bar the gate. Mr. Pierce suffered the fracture of two ribs and there is a little doubt but for the attack of the dog, his life would have been sacrificed. Mr. Pierce had entered the barnyard to attend to some chores and was attacked by the bull which knocked him to the ground and was in the act of goring him when the dog came to his rescue, nipping the bulls legs and distracted the attention of the animal from Mr. Pierce whose life was in imminent danger from the attack. Fortunately for Mr. Pierce he was not seriously injured when knocked down by the bull and retained his senses and when the dog attacked from behind and occupied the attention of the beast, Mr. Pierce was able to drag himself from under the feet of the bull and though suffering from his injuries succeeded in reaching the gate and closing it before the bull returned to the attack. The animal struck Mr. Pierce in the chest but did not wind him which fact made it possible for him to make his escape when the opportunity was presented through the onslaught of the dog upon the bull. Mr. Pierce was seriously bruised and reports were in circulation that he had been fatally injured, but physicians who attended him found that he had suffered the fracture of two ribs and aside from this and a severely bruised body, Mr. Pierce escaped and will recover. The dog which saved the life of Mr. Pierce is a collie and a pet on the farm. Had the dog not have come to the rescue nothing could have saved the life of Pierce as the bull had him at his mercy and was about to administer the finishing touches to life when forced to give attention to the dog because of the attack from the rear. Mr. Pierce considers himself extremely fortunate in owning the dog which will hereafter have the farm and all that is on it. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Feb. 17, 1913 page 1


GRACE HELEN (FRANKE) PIERCE Grace Helen (Franke) Pierce, died Tuesday, March 13, 2001. Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 Saturday, March 17, 2001, at Wesley United Methodist Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be Rev. Randy Richter with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born December 9, 1911, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arthur and Anna Reindl Franke. Grace was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1928. Because she loved children, she taught Sunday School. She was involved in adult classes and the W.S.C.S. For years she served as the church's secretary. Grace was a life time member of the Manitowoc County Historical Society. She loved history and clipped newspaper articles and kept artifacts that she loved to share with others. She was member of the Whitecap Writers and chronicled her life and her beliefs in her poems. On May 29, 1937, she married Silas Pierce in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death March 22, 1986. She was a member of Wesley United Methodist Church. Survivors include a daughter and son-in-law, Nancy and Ralph Berge, Reedsville; daughter-in-law, Sandra Pierce, Appleton; a son-in-law, George Henry, Manitowoc; eight grandchildren, Helena-Tracy Darling, Ashland, Ore., Ralph Berge Jr., Hollywood, Calif., Sally Ebert, Whitelaw, Jenny Berge, Oshkosh, Amy (Shawn) Wenzel, Appleton, Jamie (Christian) Pierce, St. Paul, Minn., Joel (Sheryl) Pierce, Detroit, Mich., John Pierce, Pewaukee, two step grandchildren, Bruce Henry, Maryland, Greg (Karen) Henry, Manitowoc; 11 great grandchildren, Hannah and Colin Darling, Michael and Grace Ebert, Collin Wenzel, Kristen and Loren Henry, Alexis and Meghan Pierce, Lindsay and Travis Henry; two brothers and sisters-in-law, Russell and Eleanor Franke, Milwaukee, Arthur and Mary Franke, West Bend; five sisters and a brother-in-law, Florence Knutson, Carol Thiel, and Marge Allen, all of Manitowoc, Violet Garberg, Hutchinson, Minn., Jeanette and Harold Boldt, Minneapolis, Minn.; and a sister-in-law, Eleanor Franke, Manitowoc. Nieces and nephews all special to Grace and many friends survive. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Jan Henry; a son, Allan Pierce; and infant sister; a sister and brother-in-law, Ethel and Raymond Jagodinsky; a brother, Milton Franke; and three brothers-in-law, Paul Allen, Edgar Knutson, and G. Robert Garberg. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc from 4-7 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Wesley United Methodist Church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service at 10:30 a.m. A special thank you to the staff at the Manitwooc Health Care Center for the care and love shown to Grace over the years. Herald Times Reporter, March 15, 2001 ******** Grace Franke Repeats Vows at Parsonage A white sharkskin suit with a blue blouse, white accessories and a corsage of gardenias, sweet peas and forget-me-knots, is what Miss Grace Helen Franke wore as a bride this morning when she exchanged her nuptial vows with Silas A. Pierce of this city, son of H. Allen Pierce of Green Bay, in a ceremony performed by the Rev. W. C. Kurtz in the parsonage of the Wesley M. E. Church at 7 o'clock. Miss Franke, who is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Franke, 1334 South 15th Street, had Miss Eleanor Spevacek as her only attendant. Milton A. Franke was the best man. Miss Spevacek wore an aqua ensemble with white accessories and a wrist bouquet of talisman roses, sweet peas and forget-me-knots. The wedding breakfast was served at the Franke home to the bridal party and their immediate families and then Mr. and Mrs. Pierce left for Illinois where they will spend their week's honeymoon.After July 31st, they will be at home at 1326 South 15th St. Mr. Pierce, who is a graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering, is employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company. Mrs. Pierce was graduated in 1928 from Lincoln High School. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 29 1937 page 22


P. JEROME PIERCE Former police chief P. Jerome Pierce died today after a long illness, and in his memory the flags on the city buildings will fly at half-mast. Der Nord Westen, 16 Nov. 1905 ******* P.J. Pierce, whose death we reported last week, was one of the first white residents of our county, coming here as a boy in 1838 and lived here ever since. He was born in the state of N.Y. in 1831. His father, Pliny Pierce, settled in Town Manitowoc Rapids in 1837 when it was a total wilderness and sent for his family to join him the following year. As Mr. Pierce grew up he undertook several retail businesses in this vicinity. He also interested himself in politics and was the 3rd postmaster of Manitowoc Rapids, which at that time was the county seat, and later filled the office of sheriff. In 1897 he was named police chief for Manitowoc and occupied that office until Sep. of this year when illness forced his retirement. Mr. Pierce leaves a widow and a son, Stanley. The funeral was held Sun. afternoon. Der Nord Westen, 23 Nov. 1905 ******** THE REMAINS OF PLINY JEROME PIERCE LAID AT REST LAST SUNDAY The funeral of Pliny Jerome Pierce, ex-chief of police, who was called from among the living at an early hour last Thursday morning, was held Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from St. James' church of which the deceased had been a member and a vestryman for many years. Rev. Rogers of Grafton Hall officiated. The Masons had charge of the ceremonies at the grave. The police force also attended in a body, and a very large concourse of citizens, including city officials, paid a final tribute to the departed by their presence at the funeral. The immediate cause of Mr. Pierce's death was a severe attack of hemorrhage which he suffered on the afternoon before his demise. The hemorrhage resulted from cancer, from which dread disease he had suffered for about three years, during which time he experienced several sieges of illness; but he was able to continue in the office of chief of police and to discharge the duties thereof in a most efficient manner, until a little over two months ago, when, on account of rapidly failing health, frequent hemorrhages, accompanied by much pain, he was forced to resign the office he had so ably, faithfully and efficiently filled for eight years. P.J. Pierce was born in the state of New York September 27, 1831 - seventy-four years one month and nineteen days before the day on which he responded to the final summons. About the time when he had reached his prime, the decedent was married at Branch to Miss Mary Sheldon of that place. Two children were born to the couple, whose union was a most happy one, - one of the children, Pearl, having preceded her father in the passage to the Great Hence. Besides the wife, one son, Stanley J., one brother, Monroe of Clarks Mills, and two sisters, Mrs. Miranda Klingheiser of the town of Manitowoc Rapids and Mrs. Mary Baily of Little Rapids, Wis., survive to mourn Mr. Pierce's departure. The decedent had been a resident of the county since the year 1838 when he was a boy of six. His father, Pliny Pierce, was one of the earliest pioneers in this section of the county. Leaving his family, consisting of his wife and (at that time) two sons, Jerome and Alonzo, at Weddington, N.Y., the elder Mr. Pierce, together with a few other pioneer home-seekers, came to the Rapids in the year 1837. As far as Green Bay they had made the journey by boat via the Erie Canal and the Great Lakes; and the distance from Green Bay to the present town of Manitowoc Rapids they footed through the virgin, primeval forest. They began a small settlement at the Rapids, where a Mr. Conroe had built a mill a short time before their arrival. A few of the home-seekers had become disheartened and had turned back before reaching their originally intended destination. Others became discouraged later and returned to New York state. But Pliny Pierce had the grit, pluck and energy characteristic of the successful pioneer. He at once set about building a home, and in the early summer of 1838 he returned to New York state and brought his family to his new home in the western wilderness. In 1839 the county of Manitowoc was organized, and the first election was held in the Pierce home, Rapids being the original county seat of Manitowoc county. A few years later the first school was established at rapids; and young Jerome was one of the first pupils to attend that school. Though the teaching, as well as the school house, was quite primitive, Jerome managed to acquire a good elementary education before he was out of his teens. While still a very young man, he engaged in various enterprises. In February, 1852, the Manitowoc and Rapids Plank Road company was organizes and incorporated for $10,000, and Jerome Pierce was one of the incorporators. This company built the roadway know as the South River road. Young Pierce was also associated with his father in the business of running a mill. He was the third postmaster at Rapids. He also held the office of justice of the peace for a series of years. When the county seat was removed to Manitowoc, Mr. Pierce removed to the village of Manitowoc and secured employment as a clerk in the store of F. Jones & Company. He was a bright, industrious young man, and his cheerful, jovial disposition caused him to be very popular with the young people of the village. For a series of years he served as constable and later as village and city marshal. He was always looked up to as being a faithful, efficient officer. He also held the office of collector for a time. He officiated as one of the marshals at the grand centennial celebration held here on July 4th, 1876. In 1858 he was one of two democratic candidates for the assembly; but the republican candidate was elected. In the year 1864 he removed to the village of Branch and engaged in the milling business. A little later he entered into a co-partnership with Gideon Slye, the father of Mrs. J.E. Plumb this firm was dissolved in 1869, when Mr. Pierce returned to the city of Manitowoc. In 1872 he was a candidate for sheriff on the Citizens' ticket, but withdrew before the election. But in 1878 he was elected to the office of sheriff on the democratic ticket. His ability to run down or to capture criminals won him widespread recognition. As early as 1849, when Mr. Pierce was but eighteen years of age, he was elected vice- president of the first educational organization of the county. May 15, 1897, he was appointed chief of police by Mayor Torrison, and Mr. Pierce held that office continuously for over eight years, and until that dread disease which had fastened itself upon him rendered his condition such as to necessitate his resignation. Pliny Jerome Pierce was a good husband, a kind father and an honored citizen. His passing will be deplored by those who had the pleasure of his acquaintance. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, November 23, 1905 pg. 1 ******** Pliney J. Pierce [Jerome Pierce] birth: 26 September 1831 New York death: 16 November 1905 Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin residence: 1905 City father: Pliny Pierce mother: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ********* (NOTE: This is Jerome Pierce) ******** [cause: cancer] ******** P.J. Pierce, late sheriff of Manitowoc County, gave us a call on Wednesday. He was on his way to Beaver Dam to deliver his splendid team which he had sold to the proprietors of the woolen mills at that place. We have known Mr. Pierce for nearly thirty years and never yet heard of his committing a mean or dishonorable act, while his course of life, as a man and neighbor he has been pointed to with pride by all with whom he came in contact, and as a model police officer he had few equals and no superiors in this section. He is looking fresh and hearty and it is our sincere wish that he may live long, enjoy life and prosper. That is what John Hume thinks about our late Sheriff, and it is about the verdict of the people here since he quit being a democratic sheriff. Manitowoc Tribune, Thursday, March 31, 1881 P. 1


LENA PIERCE Mrs. Lena Pierce, Hamilton Street, was removed to the hospital for care and is reported in critical condition. Mrs. Pierce had planned to go to Antigo to make her home with relatives during the winter but was so ill she was unable to undertake the journey and was taken to the hospital. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Sat., Nov. 25, 1911 *********** MRS. A. PIERCE DIES, AGED 71 YEARS Joyousness of the holiday season was turned to sorrow for relatives and friends of Mrs. Lena Pierce, widow of the late Alonzo C. Pierce, when death claimed Mrs. Pierce at the hospital Sunday afternoon. The announcement of Mrs. Pierce's death occasioned deep regret to a large circle of friends. Mrs. Pierce was one of the pioneer settlers of the county, having come here in her childhood. She was born in Germany in 1840 and at the age of five years, settled at Sheboygan Falls with her parents and later removed to Rapids where she was married in 1857 to Mr. Pierce. Her husband enlisted for the war and Mrs. Pierce was one of a host of pioneer women who waited in prayerfulness and watchfulness while with their hands they fashioned those articles which sent to the front, provided what little comfort and pleasure the soldiers enjoyed. After return of Mr. Pierce from the war, the family continued to reside at Rapids for many years. Mr. Pierce died eight years ago and since that time Mrs. Pierce has been in feeble health. She removed to the city and two months ago became critically ill and was removed to the hospital. No hope was entertained for her recovery and Sunday brought release in death. Mrs. Pierce suffered from a complication of diseases which sapped her strength and left her unable to battle against death. Announcement of the death of Mrs. Pierce will carry sorrow to many friends, decedent having been well known. One son, Fred Pierce, residing west of the city survives and one brother, Ex-County Clerk, Edward Schaffland, now a resident of Colorado and two sisters, Mrs. H. Brown of Ludington, Wis., and Mfrs. John Hessel of Antigo also survive. The funeral of Mrs. Pierce will be held Wednesday afternoon. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tues., Dec. 26, 1911 page 1 ********** PIONEER OF THIS COUNTY Mrs. Alonzo Pierce, 71 years of age, and whose parents formerly resided at Sheboygan Falls died Sunday afternoon in Manitowoc. Mrs. Pierce was born in Germany and came to America when she was a child of but five years of age. Her parents located at Sheboygan Falls. Later they removed to Manitowoc county. Mrs. Pierce’s maiden name was Lena Schaffland. She was married to Alonzo C. Pierce in 1857. Five children were born but only one survives, a son, Fred Pierce of Manitowoc Rapids. Mrs. Pierce lived at the Manitowoc Rapids until five years ago when she removed to Manitowoc and took up her residence at 1205 Hamilton street. Besides the one son she is survived by a sister, Mrs. H. C. survived by a sister, Mrs. John Hessel of Antigo (sic); a step-sister Mrs. H. C. Brown of Ludington, Wis., and a step-brother, Edward Schaffland of Denver, Col. The funeral was held this afternoon at 2 o’clock at the home of her son, Fred Pierce at the Manitowoc Rapids. Sheboygan Press, December 27, 1911 P. 1 ******* [bur. 12-27-1911/cause: dropsy] (Lena SCHAFFLER Pierce/d. 24 Dec. 1911/from record of St. James Epis.Ch., Manitowoc)


MARY PIERCE (d. 1876) PIERCE - In Manitowoc Rapids, Oct. 29th, of diptheria, Mary Amanda, daughter of Alonzo C. and Lena A. Pierce, aged 9 yrs., 5 mos. and 5 dys. The sympathies of the many friends of the bereaved parents in this city are extended to them. Manitowoc Tribune, November 2, 1876 page 3 column 1


MARY PIERCE (d. 1925) WIDOW OF EX-CHIEF PIERCE DIES, AGED 85 Mrs. Pierce Was Member of One of Earliest Families With the death early today of Mrs. Mary Sheldon Pierce, widow of the late Jerome Pierce, former police chief, there passed another of the pioneers of Manitowoc, one whose life had witnessed the development of the city from a mere settlement to one of the busy municipalities of Wisconsin. Mrs. Pierce passed away at the home of her son, Stanley J. Pierce, 311 Union Place after an illness of many weeks, which developed serious complications in its final weeks which her advanced age made it impossible to overcome. She was 85 at her death. Mrs. Pierce was a member of one of the pioneer families of the county. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, August 21, 1840, she removed with the family to Waterford, Wisconsin and later to Branch at an early age. There she grew to womanhood, took advantage of such opportunities as offered in the struggling community for an education and became a teacher in the town of Kossuth. In her early twenties she became the bride of Jerome Pierce, then the owner of a mill at Branch and removed with him later to Manitowoc when she became an active figure in county politics. She assisted him during his term of sheriff in the care of the unfortunates placed in his care and throughout his life’s work was his active and helpful partner. Two children, Stanley, now a resident of the city and Pearl who died in girlhood, were born to the union. Charter Member of St. James Mrs. Pierce was very devout in her religious belief and was a charter member of St. Faith’s guild of St. James church. Hers was one of the earliest marriages performed by the Rev. Dooley in his services of the local parish. Dignified in appearance, a model housekeeper, she was respected by all of the community and she will be missed by the older residents. Surviving are three granddaughters and two sisters, Mrs. Kede Gibson of Richmond, Virginia and Mrs. Louisa Squirrel of Montrose Colorado. Funeral Held Monday Funeral services will be held at nine o’clock Monday morning at St. James church, Rev. F.B. Keicher officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, December 4, 1925 P. 1


MINNIE PIERCE Minnie Pierce, daughter of A.C. Pierce, of Manitowoc Rapids, died at that place yesterday of inflammation of the lungs. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, May 11, 1882 ******** IN MEMORIAM Brothers and sisters. “The pleasant ties which have bound us together have been severed in death.” Our sister, Minnie Pierce, has been called unto rest. Just entering into the fullness of womanhood and usefulness, we may not be able to understand this event, for “We see through a glass darkly:” but we do know that we love a hearty co-worker. Sister Pierce was a lady of much promise, modest, retiring, never pushing herself forward she was sought out. She was a genuine Good Templar: her faith strong; her hope ardent in the good cause and her charity ever active in works of love and words of sympathy. In her death we realize that another star in our sky has set, but we feel confident that its benignant rays will continue to cheer us in our work to bless the world, and stimulate us to higher thoughts and nobler actions. By her death we are reminded anew that: “From life to death, from death to life, We hurry round to God And leave behind us nothing but The path that we have trod.” Therefore your committee submit the following: Received, that while we regret deeply that we shall see no more the face of our sister in the Lodge, we bow in humble submission to the will of Him who has said “Him that overcometh will I give to drink of the water of life.” Resolved, that in our sorrow we unite with the family of our deceased sister and in seeking consolation for ourselves would remember them. We tender them our heartfelt sympathy and invoke Heavens blessing upon parents and friends. Resolved that the lodge room be draped in mourning for thirty days. Resolved that said preamble and these resolutions be placed upon the records and a copy sent to the parents. J.M. Craig R.J. Smalley O.T. Shove Committee Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, May 18, 1882 ********* (NOTE: The tombstone looks like 1880 for her birth year, but she is 10 years old on the 1870 census for Manitowoc Rapids, the daughter of A.C. Pierce)


MONROE PIERCE Monroe Pierce, Oldest Native Born, Is Dead Manitowoc Rapids Man, Civil War Vet, To Be Buried Friday Monroe Pierce, oldest native born of Manitowoc county, died at Holy Family hospital Tuesday evening at 8 o'clock at the age of 93. Had he lived until July 23 he would have been 94 years old. Mr. Pierce was removed to the hospital from the family homestead at Manitowoc Rapids last week after having been in failing health for some time. The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer Funeral Home from this evening until 10:30 o'clock Friday morning when it will be taken to St.; James Episcopal church for services to be conducted by the Rev. W.F. Hood at 2 p.m. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. Anson Monroe Pierce was born at Manitowoc Rapids, July 28, 1840. He was a son of Pliny and Susan Pierce, pioneer of Manitowoc county, the youngest of four sons. Was Wagon-maker As a young man he went to St. Clair, Mich., and there learned the trade of wagon-maker. He returned and obtained employment at the Tillson carriage shop in this city. He also worked at Clarks Mills for some time. He served with the Union forces in the Civil War. Mr. Pierce never married. For the last five years he has made his home with Mr. and Mrs. George Klingeisen, the latter his sister, Miranda, on the old Pierce homestead, west of Rapids. Mrs. Klingeisen and two nephews, Pliny Bailey of Little Rapids, and Stanley Pierce of this city, are the only immediate survivors. Three brothers, Alonzo, Jerome and Bailey, and a sister, Mrs. Erskine Bailey, preceded him in death. Manitowoc Herald Times Wednesday, July 12, 1933 pg. 2 ********** [cause: general debility/bur. on P.J. Pierce lot] (The person is Monroe Pierce, son of Pliny Pierce. I have a copy of a photo (my mother has the original) of Monroe taken with some unidentified people. We have no idea of the date or the age of Monroe. Monroe lived with my grandmother's family (Goehring) in 1920's (according to the census) in Cato and they did live in Clarks Mills at some point. (From researcher/see contributors page)


PEARL PIERCE Death of 20 yr. old Pearl Pierce, daughter of Jerome Pierce, on Thurs. of last week of diphtheria after an illness of only a week. Der Nord Westen, 02 May 1889 ******** DIED PIERCE - In this city on Thursday, April 25th, of diphtheria, Pearl, only daughter of Mr. and Mfrs. Jerome Pierce, aged 20 years. We are again called upon to chronicle the death of a beautiful girl, the pet of a household and an only daughter. Pearl Pierce was a young lady who could make friends without effort and one who was loved more as you learned to appreciate her gentle and kind disposition. Her early death makes vacant a place in her home that even time can never fill and her parents have the sympathy of our whole community. Funeral services were held at the house last Thursday and while the name of the disease kept many away, a large number of friends gathered to pay a last tribute to their departed friend. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, April 30, 1889 page 5 ******** [bur. 04-26-1889/age 19 yrs./cause: diptheria]


PLINY PIERCE Death in Manitowoc Rapids on Mon. of Mr. Pliny Pierce, one of the first white settlers of Manitowoc Co., at the age of 86. He came from his home in New York State in 1836 and has lived here ever since. In the early pioneer days he served in several public capacities, including County Clerk and Postmaster. His funeral was yesterday. Der Nord Westen, 19 Apr. 1894 ******* P. PIERCE of Manitowoc Rapids died early on Monday morning of this week. He had not been confined to his bed for a great length of time, and not withstanding his advanced years, enjoyed excellent health up to two years ago when an attack of the grip enfeebled him. He was a man of wonderful vitality and until the grip reduced his powers, he had the appearance and activity of a man of middle life. He was born in Essex Co., N.Y. in 1808. He settled in St. Lawrence Co., where he married. He started for Wisconsin with 17 others from Buffalo, where they chartered a small schooner and with it came to Green Bay. This was in 1836. After reaching Manitowoc they pushed on up the river and built the mill now known as the Murphy Mill near the limits of Cato and Manitowoc Rapids. In 1838 Mr. Pierce went to New York for his family, returning with them that fall in the old steamer James Madison, which anchored in the bay and sent the passengers ashore in small boats. Mr. Pierce started a hotel in the Rapids village, then the county seat, served as postmaster, register of deeds and county clerk. He also did surveying. In 1848 he built a saw mill in Cooperstown. This he sold to Wm. Bruce of Green Bay in 1849. The ruins of this old mill may still be seen by visitors to the Caves. Mr. Pierce then moved to the Rapids, settling on the farm on which he lived until the time of his death. He built a saw mill and erected a woolen factory, but the spring freshets so injured the water power that he concluded not to put in machinery for the manufacture of cloth but did carding of wool for some years. He leaves three sons and two daughters, A.C. Pierce, P.J. Pierce and A.M. Pierce, Mrs. N. Bailey of Little Rapids and Miss Mirandy Pierce. His funeral took place yesterday. Mr. Pierce was among the earliest settlers of the county, very few of whom are now left. Nature had well fitted him for the duty of a pioneer, capable of great endurance, persevering and strong. He was a man in every respect justly entitled to the respect he enjoyed during his life. Manitowoc Pilot, April 19, 1894 P. 3 ******* Pliny Pierce Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 birth: 1808 death: 16 April 1894 Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin burial: Manitowoc Rapids, Wisconsin ******* [bur. 04-16-1894/cause: nephritis and age]


SILAS A. PIERCE (d. 1986) Silas A. Pierce, 72, of 2732 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died early Saturday morning, March 22, at the family residence. Funeral services will be 11 am Tuesday at Wesley United Methodist Church. The Rev. Robert B. Hays will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierce was born Nov. 29, 1913 at Green Bay, Wis., son of the late H. Allan and Georgia McKee Pierce. He moved to Manitowoc as a child with his parents, residing here since and attending Manitowoc Public Schools and also attended The Milwaukee School of Engineering. Prior to retiring in 1976, Mr. Pierce was employed for 42 years at Manitowoc Shipbuilding. He was a member of Boilermakers Local 443. Survivors include his wife, Grace H. and a son and daughter-in-law, Allan and Sandra Pierce of Appleton; two daughters and sons-in-law, Mrs. Ralph (Nancy) Berge of Reedsville and Mrs. George (Jane) Henry of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Velma Didier of Manitowoc and 10 grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a brother and three sisters. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 5 pm to 9 pm this Monday and at the church on Tuesday morning from 10 am until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., March 24, 1986 page 16 ******** [husband of Grace H. Pierce/bur. on Mrs. George A. Henry lot] ******** Grace Franke Repeats Vows at Parsonage A white sharkskin suit with a blue blouse, white accessories and a corsage of gardenias, sweet peas and forget-me-knots, is what Miss Grace Helen Franke wore as a bride this morning when she exchanged her nuptial vows with Silas A. Pierce of this city, son of H. Allen Pierce of Green Bay, in a ceremony performed by the Rev. W. C. Kurtz in the parsonage of the Wesley M. E. Church at 7 o'clock. Miss Franke, who is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Franke, 1334 South 15th Street, had Miss Eleanor Spevacek as her only attendant. Milton A. Franke was the best man. Miss Spevacek wore an aqua ensemble with white accessories and a wrist bouquet of talisman roses, sweet peas and forget-me-knots. The wedding breakfast was served at the Franke home to the bridal party and their immediate families and then Mr. and Mrs. Pierce left for Illinois where they will spend their week's honeymoon.After July 31st, they will be at home at 1326 South 15th St. Mr. Pierce, who is a graduate of the Milwaukee School of Engineering, is employed at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company. Mrs. Pierce was graduated in 1928 from Lincoln High School. Manitowoc Herald Times, Sat., May 29 1937 page 22


STANLEY J. PIERCE Funeral services for Stanley J. Pierce, 87, of 1217A S. Water St., Manitowoc, who died Saturday will be at 11 a.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 11:30 a.m. at St. James Episcopal Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. William Harvey will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierce was born Aug. 9, 1880, at Manitowoc, son of the late Jerome and Mary Sheldon Pierce. He married Edna DePons Sept. 11, 1907, at Manitowoc and she preceded him in death June 4, 1965. A graduate of the old North Side High school at Manitowoc, he was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., until he retired in 1947 and was then employed at Lincoln Field Golf Course, Manitowoc, until 1966. Mr. Pierce was a member of the church choir for 78 years, beginning as a boy soprano when he was nine years old. He was also one of the accomplished bass singers in the old Meistersinger Guild male chorus at Two Rivers. He took leading parts in the diocesan layman’s organization for the Dioceses of Fond du Lac for many years and also served as an acolyte, server and lay reader for 80 years. Earlier residents of Two Rivers and Manitowoc will remember Mr. Pierce as a master elocutionist during the silent movie days shortly after the turn of the century as he offered the synopsis of pictures shown and also read the titles of various scenes. Early movie goers will also recall his dramatic entries to the stages of the first nickelodians in the Washington House, Opera House and Empire theaters at Two Rivers and the old Crystal at Manitowoc. Survivors include three daughters, Mrs. Ray Buege, of Oconomowoc and Mrs. Pauline Herzog and Mrs. Daniel Beduhn of Manitowoc, five grandchildren and nine great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 15, 1968 P. 21 ******* [d. 04-13-1968/age 87 yrs./bur. on P.J. Pierce lot] (09 Aug 1880/Apr 1968/SSDI)


SUSAN PIERCE (d. 1900) LIFE'S MISSION ENDED - PIERCE After a pilgrimage of nearly ninety years through the rose embowered and thorn strewn paths of earthly joys and sorrows Mrs. Pliny Pierce entered into the mysteries of the life eternal Sunday morning. The summons to the higher life came at her home in Rapids, where for more than sixty years she had resided continuously, loved and respected by friends and neighbors. With the passing of Mrs. Pierce, a notable event in local history finds a finis to the chapter. One of the very first white settlers in the community she has been privileged to live to witness the consummation of many changes. Coming here in 1838 and locating in Rapids through all the hardships of pioneer life in the duties and responsibilities of the home life she has ever been a true woman, whose generous nature reached out in helpfulness to the less favored. At home where the interest of her nearest and dearest were never sacrificed for those outside was her fidelity apparent. Many unique memories and distinctive incidents make her history an intensely interesting one. Born in New York, Feb. 28, 1808 she was united in marriage to Pliny Pierce in 1829. In 1837 her husband was engaged to come to Manitowoc county to build a mill at Rapids and in 1838 he returned to bring his family here. Arriving in the fall of '38 they at once took up their residence at Rapids where in 1894, Mr. Pierce finished life's labor and was laid to rest. His widow has continued to reside on the old homestead since, cared for by her children and contented and happy were made the closing days. Death was due to general debility and for several months the aged mother has been confined to her bed. Although not entirely unexpected the demise was a shock to the family and friends. Mrs. Pierce was the mother of six children, five of whom survive to mourn her loss, one son, Barley Pierce having been killed a few years ago. The surviving children are Mrs. Mary Barley, Little Rapids, Monroe Pierce, Clark Mills, Jerome and Alonzo of this city and Miss Muranda who resided with the deceased. The funeral will be held at the late home tomorrow afternoon, Rev. Gray officiating. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, July 30, 1900, Page 1 ********* Amidst the odor of sweet flowers and surrounded by many old acquaintances and friends, all that was mortal of Mrs. Pliny Pierce was laid in the last resting place Tuesday afternoon. Rev. Gray conducted the services at the late home and said a few words of comfort to the relatives and friends at the grave. A few fitting selections were rendered by the choir. The pall bearers were Sam Hall, H.F. Hubbard, P.S. Tillson, Emil Baensch, George Gibson and T. Windiate. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, August 01, 1900, Page 1 ********* From Der Nord Westen, 02 Aug. 1900: Death Sun. in Town Manitowoc Rapids of Mrs. Pliny Pierce, mother of our Chief of Police P. Jerome Pierce. The deceased was one of the very first to settle in our county, having come here with her husband (who died 6 yrs. ago) in the year 1838 when it was inhabited solely by Indians. She was born 28 Feb. 1808 in New York, thus reaching the age of 92. She leaves 5 children. Her funeral was held Tues. afternoon. ******* STATE OF WISCONSIN-COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In Probate. In the matter of the estate of Susan Pierce, deceased. An instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of Susan Pierce of town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, having been delivered into said court: And P.J. Pierce, of Manitowoc in said county, having presented to said court his petition in writing duly verified, representing among other things, that said Susan Pierce died testate, at town of Manitowoc Rapids, in said county, on the 29th day of July, 1900; that said instrument is the last will of said deceased and that P.J. Pierce is named therein as executor, and praying that said instrument be proven and admitted to probate and that letters testamentary be thereon issued to said P.J. Pierce. It is ordered: That said petition and the matters therein be heard, and proofs of said last will and testament be taken at a special term of said county court to be held at the probate office in the city of Manitowoc on Tuesday, the 13th day of November, 1900, at 10 o'clock a.m. And it is further ordered: That notice of the time and place of said hearing be given by publication of hereof for three successive weeks once each week, previous to the time of said hearing, in the Manitowoc Pilot a newspaper published in said Manitowoc county. Dated October 1st, 1900. By the Court, J.S. Anderson, County Judge. Markham & Markham, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, October 11, 1900 P. 3 ******* [bur. 08-01-1900/cause: old age]


SUSIE PIERCE (d. 1909) Miss Susan Pierce of Manitowoc Rapids has died in Trinity Hospital in Milwaukee from pneumonia. The deceased formerly worked at Schuette’s store here. The casket was brought here and buried Monday afternoon. Der Nord Westen, 08 Apr. 1909 ******** [bur. 04-08-1909/cause: septic tonsillitis] ******** Pneumonia, developed from a cold which she contracted only a week ago, caused the death of Miss Susan Pierce of Rapids, at Trinity hospital, Milwaukee, Friday night, the announcement of her death coming as a great shock to friends. Miss Pierce, a native of Rapids, was employed as a member of Schuette Bros. Co. clerical force and entered the hospital at Milwaukee a week ago. An eye affliction caused her some trouble also. Miss Pierce is survived by her mother and one brother, Fred. The body will be brought here tonight and the funeral held Monday at 2 p.m. Manitowoc Daily Herald, April 3, 1909 P. 1 ******** Susan Pierce/d. 2 Apr. 1909 at Trinity Hosp., Milwaukee/age 43 yrs./ from record of St. James Episc. ch., Manitowoc


ALBERT PIERSON Mr. Albert S. Pierson, 67, of 913 S. 25th St., Manitowoc, died Friday at Holy Family Hospital. Funeral services will be 9:30 a.m. Monday at the Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierson was born Sept. 19, 1912, at Manitowoc, son of the late William and Susan Larson Pierson. He was employed at the Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company retiring in 1970. He married Monica Heffernan April 3, 1936. Mr. Pierson was a member of the Golden K. Kiwani's Club and a navy veteran of World War II, serving from 1945 to 1946. Survivors include his wife, Monica; a son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Sandra Pierson of Wausau; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and Terry Gill of Green Bay, Mary and Kenneth Petersen of Manitowoc; ten grandchildren and a great grandchild; and other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, a daughter, five brothers and two sisters. Friends may call at Parkside Funeral Home 4 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Sunday afternoon and Monday until the time of service. A prayer service will be 8 o'clock this Sunday at the funeral home. Herald Times Reporter, September 30, 1979 P. 3 ********* Heffernan-Pierson Wedding Held Today This morning at 11 o'clock Miss Monica Heffernan became the bride of Albert Pierson at a ceremony performed by the Rev. Francis Shea at the Church of the Immaculate Conception in Waukegan, Ill. Miss Heffernan is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Heffernan and Mr. Pierson's parents are Mr. and Mrs. John Kulnick. both young persons have been employed at the Aluminum Goods Mfg. Co. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, April 3, 1937 P. 15


ALICE PIERSON Mrs. Murray A. Pierson who previous to her marriage was Alice Springstube of Branch, passed away at the Holy Family hospital this morning death being due to a complication of diseases. Mrs. Pierson who was but twenty-seven years of age, was born May 18 at the present home at Branch and is survived by her husband and two children Marion 10 months old and Isabel, seven years old. Others who are left to mourn her untimely death are her mother, father and sisters and brothers all of Branch. The funeral will be held from the Urbanek and Wattawa chapel on Monday after- noon at 2 p.m. The body of Mrs. Pierson will lie in state at the Urbanek0 Wattawa chapel tomorrow afternoon from 2 until 4 o'clock. Manitowoc Herald News, Saturday, May 31, 1924 p.2 ******** [cause: oedenia of lungs]


BERNICE PIERSON Mrs. Archie Pierson, 62 (above), of 1905 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Sunday afternoon at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after an illness of seven years. Funeral services will be conducted at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Allen McCaul will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Berniece Mathieson was born Sept. 17, 1890, in Chicago and was married in 1914. The couple resided in Manitowoc since marriage. Survivors are the husband, three sons, James Riley of Oaklawn, Ia., Schuyler J. Pierson of the Merchant Marine and William H. Pierson of Manitowoc; and two grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services. A member of the Royal Neighbors of America, the organization will conduct Royal Neighbors rites for Mrs. Pierson at 7 p.m. Monday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 22, 1953 P. 15 ******* [Helena (Bernice)/d. 06-21-1953/age 62 yrs./ name shown as Bernice on marker/bur. on Archie Pierson lot]


JEANETTE PIERSON Mrs. William Pierson, 38, of 1503 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Sunday noon at Holy Family Hospital, Mantiowoc, following a short illness. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Arthur O. Wigdahl officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. The former Jeanette Schaefer was born at Manitowoc Jan. 24, 1922, daughter of Edward and Elsie Rudolph Schaefer. She was married Sept. 26, 1942, at Manitowoc to William Pierson. (Survivors omitted for privacy.) Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Tuesday until 11 a.m. Wednesday when the casket will be moved to the chapel where the body will lie in state until the hour of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. April 25, 1960 P. 7 ********** [d. 04-24-1960/age 38 yrs./wife of William H. Pierson] (24 Jan 1922/Apr 1960/SSDI)


MELVIN PIERSON Death Sorrow In Pierson Home Death invaded the home of Mr. and Mrs. Murray Pierson, 1008 Hamilton street and claimed Melvin, seven months old son of the family. The child had been ill only a few days, death being due to brain fever. Besides the parents, two sisters survive, Marion and Isabel. The funeral will be held from the William Pierson home, 521 N. Tenth street, at 10:30 tomorrow morning. Manitowoc Herald News, February 15, 1924 P. 2 ******* [cause: encaphalitis lithargica]


MONICA M. PIERSON Monica M. Pierson, age 86, of 1325 N. 8th St., Manitowoc,died Thursday evening, January 28, 1999, at Wisteria Haus, 2741 45th St., Two Rivers, where she had been residing for the past month. Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Monday, February 1, 1999, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Mathew Simonar with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. She was born December 6, 1912, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late James and Catherine Morris Heffernan. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1929. Monica married Albert S. Pierson on April 3, 1936. Albert preceded Monica in death on September 28, 1979. Monica had worked for 14 years at Katherine K Uniform Shop in Manitowoc. She was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church. She enjoyed many things in life, especially her children and grandchildren. For over 50 years, she belonged to the sheepshead card club locally here in Manitowoc. Survivors include one son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Sandra Pierson, Fort Meyers, Fla.; two daughters and sons-in-law, Patricia and Terry Gill, Green Bay, Mary and Kenneth Petersen, Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren, Jeanne (Kieth) MacDonald, Chuck (Neva) Pierson, Jayne Pierson, Joel Pierson, Jon (Elizabeth) Pierson, Jeff Pierson, Christine (Larry) Ledvina, Daniel Gill, Joel, Angela and Andrew Petersen; nine great-grandchildren; two brothers and one sister-in-law, Paul Heffernan, Manitowoc, William and Colleen Heffernan, Green Bay; one sister, Alice Perry, Manitowoc; other relatives and friends also survive. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Albert in 1979; one sister; two brothers and an infant daughter. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 5-8 p.m. Sunday, where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. led by Deacon Paul Kiefer. Friends may also call at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Monday morning from 9 a.m. until the time of service at 10 a.m. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home is assisting the Pierson family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, January 30, 1999 P. A2


MURRY A. PIERSON Murry A. Pierson, 62, former Manitowoc resident, died earlier this week at his home at Chicago. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierson was born Aug. 21, 1899, at Chicago, son of the late Wiliam and Susan Larson Pierson. The family moved to Manitowoc about 1911 where he attended Madison School. He was employed by Mirro Aluminum Co. for 10 years, was then employed as a metal worker by a Chicago firm and later in the same capacity for the same firm at Cleveland. He returned to Chicago in 1951. He married Alice Springstube in 1916. She died in 1951. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Ralph Elliot of Manitowoc; two brothers, Archie of Scale Mound, Ill., and Albert of Manitowoc; two sisters, Mrs. Louis Klingbeil of Manitowoc and Mrs. Leonard Olsen of Green Bay and two grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 8, 1961 P. 13 ******* [Murray A./d. 09-06-1961 at Chicago IL/age 61 yrs./cause: arteriosclerotic heart disease/bur. on Archie Pierson lot]


SCHUYLER PIERSON (d. 1912) Schuyler Pierson, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Pierson died at the hospital Sunday morning, aged 18. The boy was taken to the hospital several days ago suffering from typhoid fever and the case failed to yield to treatment. Funeral services will be held from the late home 305 N. 6th St., Tuesday at 2. Manitowoc Daily Herald, September 30, 1912 P. 1 ******** [cause: enteric fever]


SCHUYLER J. PIERSON (d. 1973) Schuyler J. Pierson, 58, of 1503 Philippen St., Manitowoc, died Monday. Funeral services will be at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at Uranek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Ther Rev. Paul H. Blaufuss will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierson was born Jan. 5, 1915, at Chicago, son of Archie Pierson and the late Bernice Mathieson Pierson. He was a merchant seaman and served in the Army from 1938 to 1944. Survivors include his father of Scales Mound, Ill., a brother, William, and an uncle, Albert Pierson, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at the funeral home, Ninth Street entrance, from 6 to 8 o'clock this Tuesday evening and Wednesday until the time of service. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc-Two Rivers, Wis. March 27, 1973 ********* [bur. on William H. Pierson lot]


WILLIAM PIERSON (d. 1929) W. N. PIERSON, OLD RESIDENT, DIES, AGED 59 After an illness since September, William N. Pierson, 1114 Washington street, passed away at the home Wednesday. The deceased has been a resident of the city for the past twenty years and formerly resided here before locating at Chicago where the family made their home for twenty years. Mr. Pierson was 59 years of age having been born at Harvard, Ill. He was married in this city thirty-eight years ago to Miss Susan Larson of this city, who survives him with six children, Archie and Murray of Chicago, Clarence in the U.S. Navy at San Diego, Calif., Albert, in the U.S.S. service at Great Lakes, Ill., Mrs. Louis Klingbeil and Miss Margaret, both of this city. There are also six grandchildren. For the past ten years, the deceased was employed at Plant No. 2 of the Goods Co. until forced to remain at home on account of failing health. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. The remains may be viewed between now and the funeral at the Wattawa and Urbanek parlors on North Eighth street. The funeral will be held from there Saturday afternoon at two o’clock and services will be in charge of Rev. D.C. Ristad. Burial will be at Evergreen cemetery. Manitowoc Herald News, December 19, 1929 P. 2 ******* [bur. 21 Dec. 1929/age 59 yrs./cause: chronic myocarditis]


WILLIAM EDWARD PIERSON (d. 1979) William E. Pierson, 19, of 1021 S. 16th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday March 18 as the result of a drowning accident. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday in First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pierson was born Jan. 7, 1960, in Manitowoc, son of William H. Pierson and the late Jeanette Schaefer Pierson. He was graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1978, and currently was a freshman at University of Wisconsin Center-Manitowoc County. He also was employed as a bus driver for Holiday House. He was a member of Sierra Club, First Lutheran Church and Student Senate at the University. He had served on the following committees: Social Committee, Community Involvement and Environmental Action Committee, Appointments and Evaluation Committee and Lecture and Fine Arts Committee. He had been chairman of the Publicity Committee. Survivors include his father, William H. of Manitowoc; a brother, Robert of Anaconda, Mont.; a sister and brother-in-law, Nancy and Donald Christophel of Manitowoc and a sister, Mary Pierson of Madison; his maternal grandmother, Mrs. Elsie Schaefer of Manitowoc and a nephew, Scott Christophel. His mother, paternal grandparents and maternal grandfather preceded him in death. Friends may call in Parkside Funeral Home 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday and in the church from noon Friday until the time of service. Memorials may be made to Holiday House, Manitowoc. Herald Times Reporter, March 21, 1979 P. 3 ******** [bur. on William H. Pierson lot]


WILLIAM H. PIERSON (d. 1999) William H. Pierson, age 82, of Tucson, Ariz., formerly of Manitowoc, died December 25, 1999, in Tucson. Mr. Pierson was born October 7, 1917, in Chicago, son of Archie and Bernice Mathieson Pierson. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1936. He was a World War II veteran serving with the United States Army and Air Force. He was married to Jeanette Schaefer on September 26, 1942. She preceded him in death in April 1960. For many years he was employed at Paragon Company in Two Rivers and in his later years he moved to Tucson, Ariz. Survivors include three children, Nancy Christoffel Ozga, Manitowoc, Mary (Charles) Cucullu, Osceola, Wis., and Robert Pierson, Anaconda, Mt.; a grandson, Scott Christoffel, Manitowoc along with other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, a son, William E. Pierson, and two brothers, Schuyler and James. Memorials appreciated to St. Mary's Hospice, 1802 West St. Mary's Road, Tucson, Ariz. 85715. Herald Times Reporter, January 13, 2000 P. A2 ********** [cremation]


EDWARD PIESCHEL Edward J. Pieschel, 72, of 939 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at home. Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. Friday at Pfeffer 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 Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pieschel was born July 7, 1898, at Clark Mills, son of the late Frank and Mary Pech Pieschel. He married Frances Madigan June 6, 1929, at Fond du Lac. He was employed at the Manitowoc Herald-Times until his retirement in 1967. Survivors include his wife; three daughters, (private); two brothers, George of Two Rivers and Clarence of Michigan; three sisters, Mrs. Earl Kugler Sr. and Miss Agnes Pieschel of Manitowoc and Mrs. Frank Strauss of Clark Mills and nine grandchildren. A brother and a sister preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday where a wake memorial service will be at 8 p.m. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 30, 1970 P. 26


FRANCES M. PIESCHEL Mrs. Frances M. Pieschel, age 92, who resided with her daughter, Dorothy Willman at 934 N. 18th St., Manitowoc, died early Tuesday morning, February 1, 1994, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral Services will be held at 9:30 a.m. at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church on Friday, February 4, 1994. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. Gerald Foley with burial in Evergreen Cemetery. She was born March 7, 1907, at Rosendale, Wis., daughter of the late Thomas and Minnie Jess Madigan. She was educated at St. Mary's Springs High School in Fond du Lac, graduating in 1917. She then continued her education at the Fond du Lac Business College. She married Edward J. Pieschel, June 6, 1929, in Fond du Lac. He preceded her in death September 29, 1970. She was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church and the Christian Women of Holy Innocents. Survivors include two daughters, Dorothy Willman, Manitowoc, Mary Otto, Manitowoc; one sister, Helen Greenwood, Kaukauna, Wis.; nine grandchildren, Raymond Otto, John Willman, Therese Willman, David Willman, Patrick Willman, Stephen Willman, Ted Lettenberger, Ann Barker, Mary Herzog; six great- grandchildren, Melissa Musial, Meagan Musial, Jason Lettenberger, Justin Lettenberger, Jada Lettenberger, Kyle Herzog; nieces, nepehws, along with other relatives and friends surviving. She was preceded in death by her husband, Edward, September 29, 1970; a daughter Rita Lettenberger in 1980, one sister and five brothers. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home from 4-8 p.m. Thursday evening. A prayer service will be held at 7:30 p.m. led by Deacon Kenneth Nelesen. Herald Times Reporter, February 1, 1994 P. A2 ******** [widow of Edward J. Pieschel]


FRANK D. PIESCHEL Frank D. Pieschel, 63, veteran railroad engineer of 1024 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly of a heart attack about 1:30 pm Friday. He was attending the burial rites for Chester Ryen, Town of Cato farmer at Gjerpen Evangelical Lutheran Church, Rt. 4, Manitowoc when stricken. Funeral services will be at 8:30 am Monday at Urbanek & Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc and at 9 am at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. E.A. Rady will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pieschel was born May 22, 1893 in Clarks Mills, son of the late Frank and Mary Pech Pieschel. He married Violet Schuster July 21, 1923 and the couple settled at Manitowoc where Mr. Pieschel was a railroad engineer for more than 33 years for the Chicago & Northwestern. He was a veteran of World War II, serving with the United States Army and a member of the Brotherhood of Railroad Engineers. Surviving him are his wife; three brothers, George and Edward of Manitowoc and Clarence of Newago, Mich.; three sisters, Mrs. Earl Kugler and Miss Agnes Pieschel of Manitowoc and Mrs. Frank Strauss of Cato. Friends may call at the funeral home after 1:30 pm Sunday where the rosary will be recited at 2:30 pm. Manitowoc Herald Times, Saturday, Jan. 19, 1957 ********* [d. 01-18-1957/age 63 yrs./cause: coronary] ********* WED HERE, BUT WILL MAKE HOME AT VALDERS Miss Viola Schuster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schuster, 802 North Eleventh street and Frank Pieschel of Cato, were married at the St. Boniface church parsonage at 9 o'clock this morning, the Rev. W.J. Peil officiating at the wedding ceremony. Miss Anita Schuster and Charles Schuster, sister and brother of the bride, were the attending couple. A wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents for members of the immediate family and a few intimate friends and the bridal pair departed on the 10:40 train south bound for a wedding trip to Milwaukee and Beloit. Upon their return they will make their home at Valders where the groom is employed as a fireman. Manitowoc Herald News, July 21, 1921 P. 10


VIOLET PIESCHEL Mrs. Frank Pieschel, 66, of 1024 N. 14th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly late Wednesday afternoon at her home. She had been ill the past few months. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Richard Schmitz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Violet Schuster was born July 21, 1897, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Mary Matejowitz Schuster. She attended Manitowoc schools. She was married to Frank Pieschel July 24, 1921, at Manitowoc, where they had resided since. She worked in the photograpic department of Rummele's, Inc., Jewelers, Manitowoc, for 40-some years, retiring in 1962. Mr. Pieschel died in 1957. Survivors include a sister, Mrs. Allen Drum, of Manitowoc; and several nieces and nephews. A brother also preceded her in death. Friends may call after 3 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Manitowoc, Wis. March 26, 1964 P. 9 ********* [d. 3-25-1964/age 66 yrs./widow of Frank D. Pieschel] ********* WED HERE, BUT WILL MAKE HOME AT VALDERS Miss Viola Schuster, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Schuster, 802 North Eleventh street and Frank Pieschel of Cato, were married at the St. Boniface church parsonage at 9 o'clock this morning, the Rev. W.J. Peil officiating at the wedding ceremony. Miss Anita Schuster and Charles Schuster, sister and brother of the bride, were the attending couple. A wedding breakfast was served at the home of the bride's parents for members of the immediate family and a few intimate friends and the bridal pair departed on the 10:40 train south bound for a wedding trip to Milwaukee and Beloit. Upon their return they will make their home at Valders where the groom is employed as a fireman. Manitowoc Herald News, July 21, 1921 P. 10


ANNA BORTHS PIETZAK Mrs. Anna Borths Pietzak, 66, former Manitowoc resident, died Sunday at home at Babcock, Wis. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday at Keldner Funeral Home, Nekoosa, Wis., and at 9 a.m. at Babcock Catholic Church. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pietzak was born Aug. 22, 1902, at Green Bay, daughter of the late Jule and Mary Gallard Henry. She was married to Felix Borths June 23, 1923. He preceded her in death July 19, 1946. She was married to Joseph Pietzak Jan. 20, 1951. She is survived by her husband, six daughters, (private); four sons, (private); a sister, Mrs. Josie Nowakowski of Manitowoc; a brother, Wilfred of Racine, 38 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 17, 1969 P. 22 ******** [Anna M. (Borths) Pietzak/d. 03-16-1969 at Babcock WI/age 66 yrs/ bur. on Felix Borths lot]


JOSEPH PIETZAK Joseph Pietzak, 83, Pittsville, died at 8:45 am Tuesday at Riverview Hospital after an apparent heart seizure. Services will be at 10 am Thursday at Feidner Funeral Home, Nekoosa. The Rev. Donald Wilger will officiate. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Pietzak was born May 10, 1896 in Poland, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Pietzak. He married Anna Borths, Jan. 20, 1951 in Manitowoc. She died March 16, 1969. He moved to the United States from Poland in 1913 and was a resident of the Necedah and Babcock areas since 1956. He had recently been living with Emma Vaught in Pittsville. He worked as an oiler on Great Lakes ships until retirement. He is survived by five stepsons and six stepdaughters. Friends may call from 4 until 9 pm Wednesday and until time of services Thursday at the funeral home. The Daily Tribune, Wisconsin Rapids, Wed., Mar. 12, 1980 page 2 ******** [bur. on Felix Borths lot]


CLARENCE L. PIKE Clarence L. PIke, age 76, formerly of 953 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, died Monday evening, Jan. 7, 2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Stephen Rose with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born June 22, 1925, in Lansing, Ill., son of the late James and Ada Smith Pike. Clarence was a veteran of the United States Navy serving as a Machinist 1st Class during World War II from Dec. 15, 1942 to Aug. 15, 1945 on the USS Destroyer Flaret. He was married to the former Lois Franscowiak. She preceded him in death Jan. 24, 1998. Clarence was employed as a tool and die maker at Mirro Aluminum Company for many years, retiring in 1987. He was a member and deacon of First Baptist Church and a life member of VFW Otto Oas Post #659 of Manitowoc. Survivors include three sons: Michael Pike, Chico, Calif.; Robert Pike, Madison; James Pike, Larabee; two daughters and sons-in-law: Shirley and James Zielinski, Newton; Peggy and Thomas Havel, Manitowoc; a granddaughter: Susan (Mark) Knorr; a great-granddaughter: Angela Knorr; a great-grandson: Derek Knorr; and two brothers: Joseph Pike, Lake Charles, La.; and Clifford Pike, Mobil, Ala. Also surviving is a special friend: Joy Norman and her son, Eric and his fiancée Sherry, and Eric's daughter, Neena; stepgranddaughters: Cheri Pasdo and family and Michelle Havel and her fiancé: Calee. Also surviving are nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was also preceded in death by two sisters, Jeanette Riemenschneider and Dorothy Pike. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. Clarence was a kind, generous man who was always there with a helping hand which was guided by his enduring faith in the Lord. Herald Times Reporter, January 10, 2002 P. A3 ********* Funeral services for Clarence L. Pike, age 76, formerly of 953 S. 35th St., Manitowoc, who died Monday evening, Jan. 7, 2002 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, will be held at 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Jan. 12, 2002, at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Officiating at the service will be the Rev. Stephen Rose with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 9 a.m. Saturday until the time of service at 11:30 a.m. There will be no Friday evening visitation. Herald Times Reporter, Jan. 11, 2002


LOIS J. PIKE After a lengthy battle with cancer, Lois passed away peacefully this past Saturday, January 24, 1998, at home with her family. Born in Pulaski, the former Lois Franckowiak and Clarence Pike were married in Sheboygan on September 21, 1946. They moved to Manitowoc in 1952. Survivors include her husband, Clarence; her five children, Michael, Shirley, Robert, Peggy and Jim; her brother, Bernard; her sister, Shirley; two sons-in- law; three grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; several aunts; numerous nieces and nephews and many friends. Lois worked for over 40 years at the Mirro Company. She loved her job and the people she worked with. A lifelong collector of dolls, Lois formed an idea to refurbish dolls, display them on a large "doll tree" at a local department store and then donate them to local charities at Christmas. The annual event was proclaimed "Lois Pike's Dolls for Kids Week" by the mayors of Manitowoc and Two Rivers. Each year hundreds of dolls brighten the lives of area children. Out of respect for Lois's giving spirit, in lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial donations be made to Peter's Pantry or the charity of the donor's choice. Funeral Services will be held at 4 p.m. Wednesday, January 28, 1998, at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Officiating at the Mass of Christian Burial will be Rev. Gerald Foley with burial to follow Thursday morning at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 4-8 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church from 3 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, January 26, 1998 P. 2


ROBERT A. PIKE Robert A. Pike, age 58, a Madison resident, died unexpectedly on Saturday, April 2, 2011. He was born on July 30, 1952, in Green Bay, son of the late Clarence and Louis (Franckowiak) Pike. Bob was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1970 and then served our country in the United States Army. He was employed with the city of Madison Transportation Department as a City Planner. Survivors include two brothers and sister-in-law: Michael and Chris Pike, Chico, Calif., James Pike, Mesa, Ariz.; two sisters and brothers-in-law: Shirley and James Zielinski, Newton, Peggy and Thomas Havel, Manitowoc; a niece: Susan (Mark) Knorr, Newton; a great-niece: Angela; a great-nephew: Derek; and a special aunt: Shirley Doepker and her daughter Mary Jo, both of Seymour. Other relatives, cousins and friends including Bob's friend Tootsie Sommers, his sheepshead gang and Chace also survive. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2011, at The Pfeffer funeral Home, Manitowoc,. Officiating at the service will be Deacon Allen Boeldt with burial at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date. The family will greet relatives and friends at The Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, from 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2011, until 10:45 a.m. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, April 6, 2011


ADOLF PILGER (ADOLPH) Death Wed. last week here of Adolph Pilger following a long illness with consumption. The deceased, who was born in Cooperstown, reached the age of 40. He leaves his widow and 5 children. The funeral was held on Sun. Der Nord Westen, 28 Mar. 1901 ******** WEARY ILLNESS ENDS IN DEATH After a weary illness from consumption Adolph Pilger Wednesday night gave up the brave struggle for health and peacefully passed to his final rest. The light of mortality had flickered long in its vain attempt to exist; day by day the vital fluid grew weaker and the less responsive flame grew smaller until the breath of the Grim Destroyer extinguished it and earthly existence was over. The demise occurred at the home on N. Tenth street and dissolution was calm and free from pain. Born at Cooperstown, this country, forty years ago, Mr. Pilger was widely known and extensive friendship will regret to learn of his death. He had been a resident of the city a number of years, and, though living a retired life, was well known as a man of excellent character and was held in high esteem. He was a member of the C. S. P.S. society and was of social and friendly nature. A wife and five children, Edward, Emma, Mable, Ida and Anna survive him. The funeral will be held Sunday afternoon at 2 o’clock from the late home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Thursday, March 21, 1901, p. 1 ******** Deaths of a Week: Adolph Pilger, at the age of 40 years died at his home on N. Tenth street last week. He was born in Cooperstown and had lived all his life here. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 28, 1901 pg. 1 ***** Cooperstown: Mr. and Mrs. Elmer attended the funeral of Adolph Pilger at Manitowoc Sunday. Manitowoc Pilot, Wis., Thursday, March 28, 1901 pg. 8 ******** [bur. 03-21-1901/cause: tuberculosis]


ANTON PILGER NEPHEWS ARE PALLBEARERS - ANTON PILGER, 78, IS BURIED TODAY AT EVERGREEN - Funeral service for Anton Pilger, 78, who died Saturday at the home of his daughter, Mrs. Julius Pohl, 602 North Water St., were held this afternoon at 2 p.m. from the home. The Bohemian Lodge, Z.C.B.J. conducted the service. Burial was in Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbears at the service were 6 nephews, James, Steven, Joseph, Reinhardt, Edward and Roy Pilger. The deceased was born April 27, 1856 in the Town of Kossuth. he lived in Manitowoc all of his life. He was a shoemaker by trade and spent a number of years farming. In 1880 Mr. Pilger was married to Katherine Dvorak, who preceded him in death in 1890. In 1891, he was married to Eleanor Husse. Survivors include 8 daughters, Mrs. Arthur Mueller, Mrs. Julius Pohl, Mrs. George Lambries Sr., Mrs. L.E. Warren, Mrs. J.A. Hudon, Mrs. F. J. Benesh, Mrs. Cliff Seiler, and Mrs. Ben Kowalski, all of this city; four sons, George, Charles and Frank of this city and Michael of Collins; a brother, Frank of Kossuth; 3 sisters, Mrs. Fanny Steffeck, Mrs. Anton Spoerel and Mrs. Matt Zingsheim of this city; and 23 grandchildren. (Sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ********* [cause: general paresis/bur. on Julius Pohl lot]


CHARLES J. PILGER JR. (d. 1987) Mr. Charles J. Pilger Jr., 66, of 1206 N. 23rd Street, died Sunday evening, February 22, 1987 at his residence. Funeral services will be 10 am Thursday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Arno J. Wolfgramm will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pilger was born July 10, 1920 at Manitowoc, son of Helen Borowski Pape and the late Charles W. Pilger. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School in 1939. Mr. Pilger entered the Navy during World War II and served as Seaman 1st Class from 1943 to 1945. He took part in the Normandy Invasion. Following his discharge, he was employed at Mirro Aluminum Company for many years, retiring in 1985. Mr. Pilger was a member of V.F.W. Post 659. Survivors include his mother, Helen, of Manitowoc; a son, John Pilger of California; three daughters and sons-in-law, Jean and Carl Knutson of Manitowoc, Jean and Carl Knutson of Manitowoc; Connie and Sal Monaco of Tewksbury, Massachusetts, and Sandy and Peter Herrmann of Edgartown, Massachusetts; two brothers and a sister-in-law, Gerald and Elizabeth Pilger and James Pilger of Manitowoc; a sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Dorothy and Clem Rolland of Manitowoc; seven grandchildren, other relatives and friends. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc, 6 pm to 9 pm Wednesday and Thursday from 9 am to the time of services. Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tues., Feb. 24, 1987 page 12


CHARLES W. PILGER (d. 1981) Charles W. Pilger, Sr., 84, of 4001 Springhill Dr., Manitowoc, died Tuesday morning, August 18, at his residence. Funeral services will be 1:30 p.m. Friday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Gerald Schwanbkler wil officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pilger was born Aug. 7, 1897, in the Town of Norman, Manitowoc County, son of the late Anton and Eleanor Husse Pilger. He was a World War I veteran, serving with the United States Army. July 26, 1942, he married Viola Schultz at Manitowoc. For 32 years he was employed as a bookkeeper with Mirro Corporation, owned and operated a bowling alley in Collins several years, was a South Street bridge tender and later was custodian at the Masonic temple. Mr. Pilger was a well known baseball player in the area, playing handball until age of 53 and continued playing and coaching softball until age of 80. Mrs. Pilger preceded him in death in 1968. Mr. Pilger was a member of Great Lakes Sport Fisherman Club and Old Timers Baseball Organization. His Masonic memberships include Manitowoc Masonic Lodge 65 F and AM, Order of Eastern Star 196, Manitowoc Council Manitowoc Chapter No. 16, Manitowoc Commandery No. 45 and Manitowoc Two Rivers Shrine Club. Survivors include three sons and a daughter-in-law, Gerald and Elizabeth Pilger, James Pilger and Charles Pilger Jr., and a daughter and son-in-law, Dorothy and Clem Rolland of Manitowoc; four sisters and two brothers-in-law, Eleanor and Ralph Paulson and Mae and Arthur Mueller of Manitowoc and Margaret Kowalski and Rose Warren of San Diego, Calif.; a brother-in-law, Henry Schultz of Manitowoc; two sisters-in-law; 13 grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren. A grandchild, two brothers, two sisters and two stepsisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday. A Masonic memorial service will be at 7:30 p.m. Memorials may be made to Shriners Hospital for Crippled Children. Herald Times Reporter, August 19, 1981 P. 3


CLEORA PILGER Mrs. Myron Pilger, 38, (photo) of 710 North Seventh street, died this morning at the Two Rivers Municipal hospital. Mrs. Pilger gave birth to a daughter at the hospital last Wednesday. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Frazier mortuary chapel, the Rev. Carroll Hinderlie of the First Lutheran church officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Pilger, nee Cleora Stacey, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Stacey, was born at Leeman, Wis., in 1908. She was married to Myron Pilger in 1943. She was active in local flying circles and a member of the Manitowoc chapter of the Wisconsin Civil Air corps. Survivors are the husband, son and daughter (names omitted for privacy); parents, Mr. and Mrs. Stacey of Ann Arbor, Mich.; brother Benjamin of Ann Arbor; sister, Mrs. Irene Brown of Oshkosh. The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary after 2 p.m. Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 1, 1946 P. 2 ******** [Cleora Mrs. Myron/d. 04-01-1946/age 38 yrs./bur. on Edward G. Pilger lot]


DORINA PILGER Dorina J. Pilger, 89, residing with her daughter, Ethel Gagner of Manitowoc, died Sunday morning, January 7, 1990, at Western village Nursing HOme, Green Bay. Private family services will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. William Zimmer will preside and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Pilger was born March 8, 1900, at Newburg, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Michael and Florence Tripp Hansen. She married Michael J. September 11, 1917, at Camp Douglas, Wisconsin. He preceded her in death March 12, 1963. Survivors include a daughter, Ethel Gagner of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Charles (Mildred) Williamson of Manitowoc; two granddaughters, six great grandchildren (private); nieces; nephews; other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by two brothers, four sisters, a son-in-law, Ward; and a granddaughter, Patricia Gagner. Family members may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter ******* Dorina J. Pilger Private family services for Dorina J. Pilger, 89, who resided with her daughter, Ethel Gagner of Manitowoc, who died Sunday morning, January 7, 1990, at Western Village Nursing Home, Green Bay, will be 10:30 a.m. Wednesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. William Zimmer will preside and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Family members may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, 10 a.m. Wednesday until the time of services. There will be no Tuesday evening visitation. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter ******** [d. at Green Bay, WI/widow of Michael Pilger/bur. on Mrs. Ward Gagner lot]


EDWARD G. PILGER Edward G. Pilger, 78, of 801 N. 20th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday at his home following an illness of three months. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Vernon Anderson officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. He was born July 24, 1883, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late Adolph and Rose Skwor Pilger. He married Lillian A. Strande Dec. 21, 1911, at Manitowoc. He was a pioneer painter of the Manitowoc area. He worked at Milwaukee for Milwaukee Associates Artists from 1921 to 1917 after which time the family returned to Manitowoc. He was a past master of the Manitowoc Masonic Club and 50-year member, a member of the Eastern Star, member of the First Lutheran Church and the Brotherhood of the church, past president of the Manitowoc Painters and Decorator Contractors, member of the Manitowoc Master builders, member of the Manitowoc Fish and Game and a member of the Izaak Walton League of America. He served as alderman from the City of Manitowoc’s old sixth ward from 1932 to 1936. Among survivors are his wife; a son, Myrone of Fullerton, Calif., a daughter, Mrs. Kurth R. Grainger of Manitowc; two sisters, Mrs. L. W. Tripler of Manitowoc and Mrs. Anna Pilger Dewey of Chicago; six grandchildren and two great grand- children. Friends may call after 2 p.m. Wednesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funera. Home, Manitowoc, until 11 a.m. Thursday when the casket will be moved to the church where the body will lie in state until time of service. The family has requested memorials to the First Lutheran Church. Masonic rites will be conducted at 7 p.m. Wednesday at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 5, 1962 P. 5 ******** [d. 03-04-1962/age 78 yrs.] ******** ED PILGER CLAIMS BRIDE Manitowoc Boy With Decorating Co., Wedded to Cato Girl Christmas, 1911 brings a new significance to Edward Pilger, a Manitowoc boy, who has made his home at Milwaukee of late years and Miss Lillian Strande, a former well known Cato girl, the season being selected by the two for their wedding, the marriage of the couple being solemnized Thursday evening, Rev. Preuss of the First Norwegian Church officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Pilger will visit at Green Bay and Escanaba on a short honeymoon and will take up their home here for the present. Mr. Pilger and Miss Strande have both made their home at Milwaukee for some time past, the bride residing with her mother. Mr. Pilger whose home is at 801 Ella Street, this city, has been employed with the Associated Artists Co., at Milwaukee and is foreman of one of the company's crews and was sent here to be employed in the work of decorating the new court house, which contract is held by his company. Arrangements were made for the wedding to be solemnized here and Thursday evening was selected as the time. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hansen attended the couple. Mr. and Mrs. Pilger will make their home in this city during the time Mr. Pilger is engaged in the court house contract and will then return to Milwaukee to reside. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Dec. 22, 1911


ELEANOR PILGER Mrs. Eleanor Pilger, 79, of 1102 North 18th street, died early today at the home, following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday at the Shmek and Schwartz funeral home and at 9 o’clock at the Holy Innocents church, the Rev. E.A. Radey officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Pilger, nee Eleanor Husse, was born in Bohemia in 1866 and came to Manitowoc at the age of 21 years. She was married here in 1890 to Anton Pilger. Survivors are three sons, Michael, Charles and Frank, all of this city, eight daughters, Mrs. Josephine Pohl, Mrs. Arthur Mueller, all of this city, Mrs. Lewis Warren of Cincinnati, Ohio, Mrs. Frank Benesh of Los Angeles, three nieces, four nephews, 24 grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home after 2 p.m. Sunday and the rosary will be recited at 8 o’clock Monday evening at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, April 28, 1945 P. 2 ********* [Eleanor Hussa Pilger/d. 04-28-1945/age 78 yrs./widow of Anton Pilger/ bur. on Frank Pilger lot-her son]


EMMA PILGER DEATH ENDS LONG ILLNESS Miss Emma Pilger Suffered for Two Years; Death a Release Death came as a merciful angel of deliverance to Miss Emma Pilger, a well known North Side young lady and her demise Saturday night terminated a brave but unequal battle of two years against the ravages of tuberculosis. Miss Pilger died at her home, 801 Ella Street and her death will be sincerely mourned by many friends. She was 26 years of age and was formerly an employee of the Co-Operative association and later at the Torrison Store. Two years ago she became a victim of consumption and though everything possible was done the ravages of the disease could not be stayed and death had been inevitable for months. Miss Pilger had been at the Wales and Blue Mound sanitariums. One brother and three sisters survive, Edward of Bay City, Mich., Mrs. Carl Hansen and Misses Anna and Ida of this city. The funeral will be held Tuesday from the late home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Mon., Aug. 28, 1911 page 1 ************ DIED: Miss Emma Pilger, aged 26 years, died at her home, Ella street, Saturday night after a protracted illness. She is survived by a mother, Mrs. John Adams, Washington street, one brother, Edward, Milwaukee, and three sisters, Mrs. Carl Hanson and the Misses Ida and Anna Pilger of this city. The funeral was held Tuesday afternoon. The Rev. John Oliphant officiated. Interment was in Evergreen. Manitowoc Pilot Thursday, August 31, 1911 pg. 1 ********* [bur. 08-29-1911/cause: pthtitsis]


FLORA PILGER Death of the 12-week old little daughter of Stephan Pilger on 08 Mar., of convulsions. She was buried in the City Cemetery on 10 Mar. Der Nord Westen, 14 Mar. 1889 ****** [cause: cramps]


FRANCES PILGER LONG ILLNESS ENDS IN DEATH OF MRS. PILGER Suffering for the past six months from a severe attack of pleurisy, Mrs. Stephen Pilger died at the Holy Family hospital Saturday afternoon shortly after 3 o’clock. Mrs. Pilger suffered her first attack early in September and was forced to remain in bed since that time, her condition becoming serious about a month ago when she was removed to the Holy Family hospital, but because of her advanced age she was unable to fight off the disease. Mrs. Frances Pilger, nee Melcher, was born in Prague, Austria, November 14, 1868(sic) and came to this country with her parents when a girl of twelve. The family made their home in Algoma for two years and have resided her since. Thirty-eight years ago, Miss Melcher and Stephen Pilger were wed, her husband together with three sons, William, Reinhart and Roy; one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Boelter and three grandchildren all surviving. Funeral services will be held Wednesday morning at 9:00 o’clock from the Sacred Heart church and burial will take place at Evergreen cemetery, the Rev. W. J. Luby officiating at the services. Manitowoc Herald News, February 11, 1924 P. 9 ******* [Fanny/d. 02-13-1924/cause: edema of lungs/bur. on Stephen Pilger lot]


FRANK PILGER (d. 1950) Frank Pilger, 46, a member of the Manitowoc county board for 10 years, died Monday night while en route to his Cecil, Wis., home from a Detroit hospital. Mr. Pilger was born in Manitowoc in 1904(sic). In 1929 he married the former Florence Ligman and operated a grocery store at the corner of New York avenue and North 18th street for the following 15 years. In 1933 he was elected supervisor of the sixth ward and served in that capa- city until 1943 when he chose not to run for office again. Two years later he moved to Cecil, Shawano county, where he operated a combination tavern and grocery. Survivors are the wife; a daughter, (private); a son, (private); eight sisters, Mrs. Josephine Pohl, Mrs. Peter Rymer, Mrs. Louis E. Warren, Mrs. Joseph Hudon, Mrs. Ralph Paulson, Mrs. Arthur Mueller, Mrs. Bernard Kowalski of Manitowoc, and Mrs. Frank Benesh of Los Angeles; two brothers, Michel of Manitowoc and Charles of Collins. The body will be moved to the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home in Manitowoc from the Bocker-Cecil funeral home in Cecil Thursday morning. Funeral services will be held at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home at 2 p.m. Friday, Rev. C. H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Friends may call at the Manitowoc funeral home from Thursday until time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, May 24, 1950 P. 2 ******** [d. 05-22-1950 at Clare, MI/age 46 yrs./cause: cancer of esophagus]


GEORGE PILGER PILGER - George Pilger, 56, of 832 North 10th Street, a 25 year employee of the Aluminum Goods manufacturing Company here, died Monday noon at the Municipal hospital in Two Rivers, following a lingering illness. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pilger was born at Carlton, Kewaunee County, March 14, 1886. In 1908, he married Miss Mary Klement and since the marriage the couple lived in Manitowoc. Survivors are the widow; one son, step-mother, 3 brothers, Michael, Frank and Charles, all of this city; 8 sisters, Mrs. Julius Pohl, Mrs. Eleanor Seiler, Mrs. George Lambries, Sr., Mrs. Bernard Kowalski, Mrs. Louis E. Warren, Mrs. Joseph Hudon and Mrs. Arthur Mueller of this city, and Mrs. Frank Benesch of Los Angeles, CA; and 2 grandchildren. (Sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ******* [d. 06-01-1942/age 56 yrs./cause: peritonitis] ******* BOY, 19, GIVES MOTHER TO STEPFATHER OF 23 George Pilger, Becomes Father to Wife's Son But 4 Years His Junior Given in marriage by her son of 19, Mrs. Mary Seykora, aged 34, became the bride of George Pilger, aged 23 and Pilger through the ceremony is father to a son four years his junior in age. The wedding was celebrated Tuesday night with Judge John Chloupek to officiate and the son of the bride, Edward Seykora, the witness. Both principals are residents of this city, Pilger being a teamster. Mrs. Seykora has been a widow for some time. Pilger and his new son are well acquainted and best of friends and the boy will continue to live with his parents. The marriage is unique in the annals of marriages in the county. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., July 1, 1908


GERALD R. PILGER, SR. Gerald R. Pilger Sr., age 88, of 3519 Schroeder Drive, Manitowoc, entered eternal life to join his wife, family members, and friends early Sunday morning, June 24, 2012 at his residence. Jerry was born on May 22, 1924 in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. He was the son of the late Charles W. and Helen Burowski Pilger. He grew up in an environment of ships and shipbuilding in Manitowoc. He graduated from Lincoln High School in 1942 and immediately went to work at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company as a ship fitter helper building submarines for Uncle Sam. Entering the United States Navy in 1943, he completed basic training and communication technology at the University of Illinois. His request for submarine duty was granted and sub training was completed in Groton CT. Assigned to new construction, Jerry came back to Manitowoc. Aboard the USS Jallao, he completed three successful combat patrols in the South Pacific highlighted by sinking a Japanese cruiser and saving downed aircraft crewmembers. Honorably discharge in 1946 Jerry returned to Manitowoc. He then continued his education and completed two years of college at the Milwaukee School of Engineering and held several jobs in Manitowoc eventually retiring from the City of Manitowoc after 28 years of service. In addition to full time employment, Jerry formed the local chapter of the Submarine Veterans of World War II. In 1968 the chapter elected to pursue bringing a Manitowoc built submarine to this city as a memorial to lost shipmates. Jerry was a founding father of the Wisconsin Maritime Museum which successfully brought the USS Cobia to Manitowoc in 1970. Over 40 years of dedicated service to the museum, he served four terms as president, eighteen years on the board of directors, and always on call as a trusted advisor on museum and submarine affairs. In retirement, Jerry and his wife Elizabeth enjoyed traveling the world and visiting their children, grandchildren, great grandchildren. Jerry was also an avid hunter and fisherman with his extended network of family and friends. His numerous memberships, associations, and activities brought the Manitowoc community an engaging sense of pride in what Manitowoc and its inhabitants brought to life in products and services. Jerry also enjoyed a special connection to military personnel and their families all across the United States. He reserved a place in his heart for those honorably serving and supporting their country in all the branches of the military and it showed in so many things Jerry said and did. Jerry was a member of Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, founder of the Wisconsin Maritime Museum, member of the Manitowoc Yacht Club, Van's Athletic Club, Manitowoc County Historical Society, Noon Optimist Club, US World War II Submarine Veterans, Veterans of Foreign Wars Otto Oas Post #659. He is survived by three sons and two daughters-in-law: Jeffrey and Mary Beth Pilger, Island Lake, Il; Gerald Jr. and Valerie Pilger, Long Beach, CA; Peter Pilger, Naples, FL; one daughter and son-in-law: Tammy and Ned Schlosser, Milwaukee, WI; eight grandchildren, seven great grandchildren, one brother: Jimmy Pilger, Manitowoc; other relatives and friends survive. He was preceded in death by his parents: Charles and Helen Pilger; his wife: Elizabeth; one brother Charles and one sister Dorothy. Funeral services will be held 11:00 a.m. Monday, July 9, 2012 at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church, 3209 Meadow Lane, Manitowoc. Officiating will be Rev. Robert Kujawski and Rev. Stephen Melso. Burial will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be accorded by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Otto Oas Post #659. Following the ceremonies at the cemetery, relatives and friends are invited to a Life Celebration social with food and beverages provided at the Wisconsin Maritime Museum Relatives and friends may call at Bethany Ev. Lutheran Church on Monday, July 9th from 9:00 a.m. until the time of services at 11:00. Online condolences can be sent to the family at www.harriganparksidefuneralhome.com. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorials be directed to the Wisconsin Maritime Museum Cobia Fund. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Crematory, North 11th and St. Clair streets, Manitowoc, is assisting the family with funeral arrangements. Manitowoc Herald Times Reporter, June 25, 2012


HELEN PILGER Mrs. Helen Pilger, 66, of 1025 A. S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for three months. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Very Rev. Msgr. Alfred Schneider will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pilger, nee Helen Isselmann, was born May 20, 1903, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Bertha Lenz Isselmann. She attended St. Boniface parochial school and was graduated in 1921 from Lincoln High School Manitowoc. She was married to Roy S. Pilger July 23, 1928, and he died June 8, 1965. She was a member of Mary Guild, Holy Family Hospital Guild, Catholic Women’s Club, Knights of Columbus Auxiliary and St. Anne-CMA Society. Survivors include three sisters, Mrs. Richard Bodwin, Mrs. Norbert Lettenberger and Mrs. Thomas Wattawa, of Manitowoc; two brothers, Edward of Landsdowne, PA, and George of Glen Rock, NJ; and nieces and nephews. Two sisters and a brother preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 5 o’clock this Friday evening where at 7:30 o’clock memorial services will be conducted. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, December 26, 1969 (sent in by family researcher/see contributors page) ******* [d. 12-25-1969/age 66 yrs./widow of Roy S. Pilger/bur. on Stephan Pilger lot] ******* Married Miss Helen Isselman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Isselman of this city and Roy Pilger were married Monday morning at St. Boniface Church, Rev. Kersten officiating. The couple were attended by Miss Marie and Edward Isselman. After the ceremony a reception was held and breakfast for thirty-five guests served at the home of the bride. The couple left on a wedding trip to the northern part of the state and Canada for two weeks and will return to this city to be at home to friends after September 1 at 909 South Twentieth Street. The groom is employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company where the bride was also employed. The out of town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Pratt of Louisville, Ky., Mrs. William Pilger of Milwaukee and August Lenz of Liberty. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 26, 1928


JULIE PILGER Infant Dies Funeral services were held at Taylor Funeral Home at 12:30 p.m. today for the infant daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Pilger, 1600 15th Ave. N., who was dead at birth at 10 p.m. Thursday at Riverview Hospital. The Rev. E.G. Kuechle officiated. Burial is to be in Evergreen Cemetery at Manitowoc. In addition to her parents the infant is survived by a brother, a sister (names omitted for privacy), and the grandparents, Mrs. Florence Pilger, Wisconsin Rapids and Mr. and Mrs. Peter LaRocque, Manitowoc. Wisconsin Rapids Tribune, October 28, 1961 P. 8 ******* [at Wisconsin Rapids WI/bur. on Paul O. Ligman lot]


LILLIAN PILGER Funeral services for Mrs. Edward G. Pilger, 79, who died Sunday at St. Michael Hospital, Milwaukee, after suffering an apparent heart attack, will be at 1:30 p.m. Thursday at First Lutheran Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Vernon Anderson will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pilger resided with her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mr. Kurth Grainger, at 1510 Torrison Dr., Manitowoc. Mrs. Pilger, the former Lilian A. Strande, was born Feb. 14, 1889, at Cato, daughter of the late Knut and Ragnhild Johnsrud Strande, and was married to Edward Pilger at Manitowoc Dec. 21, 1911. The couple always resided at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death March 4, 1962. Mrs. Pilger was a member of the Order of Eastern Star. Survivors include a son, Myron, of Fullerton, Calif.; a daughter, Mrs. Kurth (Lorraine) Grainger, of Manitowoc; six grandchildren and seven great grand- children. Five brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 3 p.m. Wednesday until 11 a.m. Thursday and then at the church until time of the services. The OES memorial service will be at 7 p.m. Memorials may be made to the First Lutheran Church. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 10, 1968 P. 15 ******* [d. 12-08-1968, Milwaukee, WI/age 79 yrs./widow of Edward G. Pilger] ******* ED PILGER CLAIMS BRIDE Manitowoc Boy With Decorating Co., Wedded to Cato Girl Christmas, 1911 brings a new significance to Edward Pilger, a Manitowoc boy, who has made his home at Milwaukee of late years and Miss Lillian Strande, a former well known Cato girl, the season being selected by the two for their wedding, the marriage of the couple being solemnized Thursday evening, Rev. Preuss of the First Norwegian Church officiating. Mr. and Mrs. Pilger will visit at Green Bay and Escanaba on a short honeymoon and will take up their home here for the present. Mr. Pilger and Miss Strande have both made their home at Milwaukee for some time past, the bride residing with her mother. Mr. Pilger whose home is at 801 Ella Street, this city, has been employed with the Associated Artists Co., at Milwaukee and is foreman of one of the company's crews and was sent here to be employed in the work of decorating the new court house, which contract is held by his company. Arrangements were made for the wedding to be solemnized here and Thursday evening was selected as the time. Mr. and Mrs. Carl Hansen attended the couple. Mr. and Mrs. Pilger will make their home in this city during the time Mr. Pilger is engaged in the court house contract and will then return to Milwaukee to reside. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Fri., Dec. 22, 1911


MARY PILGER PILGER - Mrs. Mary K. Pilger, nee Mary Kliment, 105, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at the home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Rose Sykora of Milwaukee, a sister-in-law, 2 granddaughters, 3 great-grandchildren and nieces and nephews. (sent in by family researcher/see contributors page) ******* Mrs. Mary K. Pilger, nee Mary Kliment, 105, of Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc, died Saturday afternoon at the home. Funeral services will be at 1:30 pm Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo J. Schmitt will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Survivors include a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Rose Sykora of Milwaukee; a sister-in- law, two granddaughters, three great grandchildren and nieces and nephews. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home from noon Tuesday until the time of service. Manitowoc Herald Times, Mon., Mar. 17, 1975 page 3 ******* [d. 03-15-1975/age 105] (07 Sep 1869/Mar 1975/SSDI/stone may have been mis-read) ******* BOY, 19, GIVES MOTHER TO STEPFATHER OF 23 George Pilger, Becomes Father to Wife's Son But 4 Years His Junior Given in marriage by her son of 19, Mrs. Mary Seykora, aged 34, became the bride of George Pilger, aged 23 and Pilger through the ceremony is father to a son four years his junior in age. The wedding was celebrated Tuesday night with Judge John Chloupek to officiate and the son of the bride, Edward Seykora, the witness. Both principals are residents of this city, Pilger being a teamster. Mrs. Seykora has been a widow for some time. Pilger and his new son are well acquainted and best of friends and the boy will continue to live with his parents. The marriage is unique in the annals of marriages in the county. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wed., July 1, 1908


MICHAEL J. PILGER Michael J. Pilger, 74, of Reedsville died Tuesday afternoon after a brief illness at Veterans Administration Hospital, Wood, Wis. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pilger was born at Manitowoc July 26, 1888, son of the late Anton and Eleanor Hussa Pilger. He married Dorina Hansen at Port Washington Sept. 11, 1917. A veteran of World War I, he was a corporal with Company H and also served with the Army in 1914 along the Mexico-United States border. He was a member of World War I Barracks, the American Legion Post of Reedsville and American Brotherhood of Railroad Employes. Surviving are his wife, a daughter, Mrs. Ethel Gagner of Reedsville; a brother, Charles of Manitowoc; seven sisters, Mrs. L.E. Warren of Los Angeles, Mrs. F.J. Benesh of Mesa, Ariz., and Mrs. J.A. Hudon, Mrs. Ralph Paulson, Mrs. Bernard Kowalski, Mrs. Arthur Mueller and Mrs. Peter Reimer of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren. A brother, Frank, died in 1950. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Thursday. World War I Barracks will conduct military rites at graveside. Two Rivers Reporter, March 13, 1963 P. M-23 ****** Funeral services for Michael J. Pilger, 74, of Reedsville, who died Tuesday at Wood, Wis., will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church. The Rev. James Stamborski will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7 o'clock this Thursday evening. Two Rivers Reporter, March 14, 1963 P. M-15 ****** [d. at Wood WI VA Hospital/bur. on Ward Gagner lot] ******* Manitowoc County: Corp. Michael Pelger(sic), a member of the Old Co. H, of the thirty-second division is home from France and is the second member of the original company to be invalided home. He was shot thorough the left shoulder and right ankle at Chateau Thierry. He has receive an honorable discharge and will again take up his work as a railway telegrapher. Kiel Tri county Record, Jan. 23, 1919 page 4


MILDRED E. PILGER Mrs. Mildred E. Pilger, 53, formerly of Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon at Casualty Hospital, Washington D.C., where she had been a patient since incurring burns in a household fire at home three weeks ago. Mrs. Pilger was born Aug. 13, 1913 at Zalandia, Saskatchewan, Canada, daughter of August Seekam and the late Christine Parkinson Seekam. The family moved to Minnesota in 1914, coming to Manitowoc in 1928. Mrs. Pilger was graduated from Lincoln High School in 1931. She had been active in the Girl Scout movement at Manitowoc and was executive secretary of Manitou Girl Scouot Council for a year, 1934-35. Mrs. Pilger went to Washington D.C. in 1940 and worked for the British Purchasing Commission from then until 1944 and for the United States Federal Reserve Board of Governors as assistant chief of records from 1944 until the present. She was married to Myron Pilger July 31, 1927. Surviving are her father and two sisters, Mrs. Alfred (Margaret) Knutson and Mrs. Donald (Florence) Storms of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Dec. 16, 1966 page T5 ******** [d. 12-14-1966, Washington D.C./age 53 yrs/bur. on Donald G. Storms lot]


MYRON EDWARD PILGER Graveside Services for Myron E. Pilger, age 86, son of the late Edward G. and Lillian (Strande) Pilger, who passed away November 26, 1998, will be held at 11 a.m. July 10, 1999, at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Rev. Charles Kurtz will officiate. Herald Times Reporter, July 9, 1999 P. A2 ******** [cremation]


RHINEHART C. PILGER Rhinehart Pilger, 66, of 2125 LaFollete Ave., Manitowoc, died Wednesday noon at Door County Memorial Hospital, Sturgeon Bay, of a coronary attack. He had been a patient at the hospital since Monday with injuries received at his cottage at Little Sturgeon. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Friday at Redeemer Lutheran Church, Manitowoc, the Rev. B. C. Gumz officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pilger was born July 27, 1899, at Manitowoc, son of the late Steven and France Melicher Pilger. He attended the Central High School. He married Erma Hargraves July 27, 1926, and had been a malster for 32 years for Rahr and Anheuser-Busch Inc, and had retired in 1964. He was a member and treasurer of the Redeemer Lutheran Church Men’s Club. He is survived by his wife, a sister, Mrs. Joseph Boelter, of Manitowoc and nieces and nephews. Two brothers, William and Roy, preceded him in death. Friends may call at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, until noon Friday and then at the church. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 21, 1965 P. 11 ******** [d. 10-20-1965 at Sturgeon Bay WI/age 66 yrs.] (27 July 1899/Oct. 1965/SSDI)


ROY S. PILGER Roy S. Pilger, 62, of 2749 S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died at 5:25 a.m. Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, where he was confined two weeks after a coronary attack. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Thursday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 a.m. at St. Andrew Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. D. L. Krembs will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pilger was born Aug. 23, 1902, at Manitowoc, son of the late Steven and Frances Melicher Pilger. He always resided at Manitowoc. He attended Manitowoc public schools and was a graduate of Lincoln High School, Manitowoc. He married Helen Isselman July 23, 1928, at St. Boniface Catholic Church. Mr. Pilger had been employed 43 years by Mirro Aluminum Co., and since October 1960, had been superintendent of the Mirro-Craft boat line. He was a member of the Holy Name Society. He is survived by his wife, a brother, Rhinehart, and a sister, Mrs. Joseph Boelter, of Manitowoc and several nieces and nephews. A brother preceded him in death. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Wednesday where the Rosary will be recited at 7 p.m. by members of the Catholic Woman’s Club and Holy Name Society, parish and friends. Manitowoc Herald Times - Tues., June 8, 1965 (sent in by family researcher/see contributors page) ******** [d. 06-08-1965/age 62 yrs. bur. on Stephen Pilger lot] ******** Married Miss Helen Isselman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Frank Isselman of this city and Roy Pilger were married Monday morning at St. Boniface Church, Rev. Kersten officiating. The couple were attended by Miss Marie and Edward Isselman. After the ceremony a reception was held and breakfast for thirty-five guests served at the home of the bride. The couple left on a wedding trip to the northern part of the state and Canada for two weeks and will return to this city to be at home to friends after September 1 at 909 South Twentieth Street. The groom is employed at the Aluminum Goods Manufacturing Company where the bride was also employed. The out of town guests at the wedding were Mr. and Mrs. A.F. Pratt of Louisville, Ky., Mrs. William Pilger of Milwaukee and August Lenz of Liberty. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., July 26, 1928


STEPHEN PILGER DEATH RELIEF FROM 3 YEARS OF ILLNESS Death at 10:30 Sunday morning at the family home at Tenth and State streets, brought a release from suffering for Stephen Pilger who had been ill for three years. The funeral will be held from the home Wednesday afternoon at 2 o’clock with the Rev. Tepley of Melnik officiating and the Z.C.B.J. Bohemian lodge of which he was a member, in charge. Burial will be at Evergreen. Mr. Pilger was born in Kossuth, December 17, 1863 and would have been sixty-two at his next birthday. He was married to Francis Melcher in September 1884 and the couple took up their home at the present residence on North Tenth street. Mrs. Pilger died February 9, 1924 and surviving Mr. Pilger are three sons, William, Rhinehart and Roy and one daughter, Mrs. Joseph Belter, three grand- children, two brothers, Frank of Melnik and Anton of this city and three sisters, Mrs. Anton Sporer, Mr. Matt. Zingsheim and Mrs. B. Steffeck, all of this city. Mr. Pilger, until illness compelled him to retire, was a cabinet maker at the plant of the American Seating company. Manitowoc Herald News, June 29, 1925 P. 2


VIOLA PILGER PILGER - Mrs. Charles W. Pilger, 61, of 4001 Springhill Dr., Manitowoc, died Friday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, after a lingering illness. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 10 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. Pilger, the former Viola R. Schultz, was born September 24, 1906, at Manitowoc, the daughter of the late Julius and Mary Wellner Schultz. She was married to Mr. Pilger July 25, 1942, at Manitowoc. She worked for Mirro Aluminum 32 years and with her husband operated the Manhattan Club at Manitowoc 3 years. Survivors include the husband, a son, a sister, Mrs. Martha Gans, of Chicago and 2 brothers, Henry and Walter, of Manitowoc. Two brothers preceded her in death. (sent in by family researcher/see contributors page) ******** [d. 07-12-1968/age 61 yrs./wife of Charles W. Pilger] (24 Sep 1906/Jul 1968/SSDI)


WILLIAM PILGER (d. 1928) FORMER TEAM MATES ACT AS PALLBEARERS William Pilger, 36, Former Member O.K. Ball Club Back In 1911 Dies At Hospital William Pilger, aged 36 years, a member of the championship O.K. ball club when it won the county title back in 1911, and who has been in failing health for the past several years, passed away at the hospital on Saturday night. Burial took place this afternoon at three o’clock from the home of Reinhardt Pilger, a brother at 916 Twentieth street. Rev. Hood officiated and interment was at Evergreen. The deceased was employed for a number of years at the plant of the American Seating Co. here. The pall bearers were Henry Burger, Wm. Borcherdt, Arthur and William Luedke, Grover Herzog and Albert Engels, former team mates of the deceased on the O.K. team. The deceased was born in this city and has always made his home here. He was married fourteen years ago to Marie Klien (sic), who with one son, William, two brothers, Roy and Reinhardt, and one sister, Mrs. Jos. Boelter, all of this city, survive. Manitowoc Herald News, December 24, 1928 P. 5 ******** [William Anton Pilger/age 36 yrs/cause: tuberculosis/bur. on Stephen Pilger lot] (William Anton Pilger/d. 20 Dec. 1928/at County Asylum, Manitowoc/age 36/ cause: T.B./from record of St. James Epis. ch., Manitowoc)


FRED A. PILSTER Fred. A. Pilster, 68, of 2007 Marshall St., Manitowoc, died Thursday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 8:30 a.m. Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home and at 9 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc, the Rt. Rev. Msgr. John Landowski officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pilster was born Oct. 26, 1896, at Manitowoc, son of the late John and Mary Nona Pilster. He married Esther Wergin in 1922 at Manitowoc, Nov. 22, 1950, he married Leona M. Loeffler at Waukegan, Ill. He was a master electrician in the Manitowoc area and in World War II was employed at Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc. He was employed in the Kenosha area and retired in 1961. He was in the Merchant Marine in World War I. Survivors are his wife, a daughter, (private), two sisters, Mrs. Frank Swokoske and Mrs. Victor Zboralski, of Manitowoc, a stepson, (private) and four grand- children. Friends may call at the funeral home where the Rosary will be recited at 7:30 o’clock this Friday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 11, 1964 P. 9 ******* [d. 12-10-1964/age 65 yrs./bur. on Mrs. John Pilster lot] (b. 26 Oct. 1896/d. Dec. 1964/SSDI)


JOHN PILSTER VET WATCHMAN AT SHIPYARDS PASSES AWAY John Pilster, veteran employe of the Manitowoc Ship Building Corporation for thirty-four years, having been a watchman at the plant, died at his home, 1212 So. 15th St., Tuesday afternoon. He had long suffered from asthma but had not been seriously ill. Decedent was born in Hanover, Germany in 1851 and had been a resident here 36 years, coming here with the wife he married two years previously in Germany. He is survived by four children, Mr. Frank Swokowsky, Mrs. Victor Zboralsky, Mrs. Frank Rosinsky and Fred Pilster, all of this city. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2. Manitowoc Herald News, January 14, 1925 P. 2


MARY PILSTER DEATH CLAIMS MRS. PILSTER Funeral Services To Be Held Friday Morning Mrs. Mary Pilster, 70, died at her home, 1214 South 15th street, Tuesday morning. Born in Manitowoc August 4, 1865, she made her home in this city all her life. Mr. Pilster preceded her in death 11 years ago. Funeral services will be held Friday at 8:30 from the home and at 9 a.m. from the St. Boniface church. Burial will be made in the Evergreen cemetery. The body will be taken to the home from the Shimek and Schwartz funeral parlors Wednesday after- noon. Survivors include two daughters, Mrs. Frank Swokoske and Mrs. Victor Zboralski, both of Manitowoc, two sons, Fred Pilster and Frank Rosinsky, both of Manitowoc, two sisters, Mrs. Adolph Gauthier and Anna Sobiech, both of Two Rivers. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 13, 1935 P. 2 ******* [bur. 11-15-1935/age 70 yrs./cause: hypostatic pneumonia/ bur. on Mrs. John Pilster lot]


FRANCISKA PILZ Mrs. Francisca Pilz, 84, a resident of Manitowoc for 55 years, died at 7 o’clock last night at the home of her daughter, Mrs. Olaf Christensen, 1217 S. 15th street. She made her home with the Christensens for the lsat 30 years and last February 20 she was honored guest at an open house reception and family dinner on the occasion of her 84th birthday. Mrs. Pilz, whose maiden name was Francisca Koecher, was born in Gross Hubina, a little village on the River Elbe in Cezecho Slovakia. She was of German parentage. After her marriage to Wenzel Pilz in the Old Country, her husband came to America to establish a home for his family here. A year later, in 1882, he sent for his wife, their daughter, Marie, now Mrs. Gustave Jorsch, and their infant son to come to Manitowoc. The son died aboard ship in the crossing and was buried at sea. Mr. Pilz entered the shoe business when he came to this city and was associated with Fred Hawhole on Eighth street for a number of years. Later he operated his own shop on Washington street. He died 40 years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Gustave Jorsch and Mrs. Olaf Christensen, both of this city; three sons, Joseph W. Pilz and Wenzel F. Pilz, both of Green Bay, and George W. Pilza of Frankfort, Mich.; 13 grandchildren and three great-grand- children. The body will lie in state at the Pfeffer funeral home from 7 o’clock tonight until the hour of the funeral. Funeral services will be held Friday at 8:30 a.m. from Pfeffer’s and at 9 o’clock at St. Boniface church. The Rev. Anthony Jaeckle will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 6, 1937 P. 2 ******* [cause: hypostatic pneumonia/bur. on Mrs. Olaf Christiansen lot]


WENZEL PILZ Wenzel Pilz, a shoemaker who had a store on Washington Street in this city has been missing since Saturday night. He was not feeling well through the day and in the evening started out for a walk. He was seen at 11 o'clock that night on Quay Street, but has not been seen since though diligent inquiries have been made concerning him. It is feared that he walked into the river. On Tuesday the dry dock of this city was pumped out and in it was found the body of Wenzel Pilz. Whether he was drowned by accident or design will never be known. He leaves a wife and five children not in the best of circumstances. The Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, November 17, 1892. ******** [cause: drowned] ******** First publication November 24, 1892. Order to Hear Petition for Administration. STATE OF WISCONSIN. COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY. In the matter of the estate of Wenzel Pilz, deceased, intestate.-In probate. On reading and filing the petition of Franziska Pilz of Manitowoc, in said county, representing, among other things, that Wenzel Pilz, an inhabitant of said county, on the 12th day of Nov., A.D., 1891 (sic), at Manitowoc, died intestate, leaving estate to be administered, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to Fred Haukohl granted: It is ordered that said petition be heard at a special term of said county court, to be held on Tuesday, the 20th day of December, A.D., 1892, at 10 o'clock A.M., at the office of the county judge in the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Ordered further, that notice of the time and place so appointed be given to all persons interest, by publication hereof for three weeks successively, prior to said day of hearing, in the Nordwesten, a weekly newspaper published at the city of Manitowoc, in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 19th day of November, A.D., 1892. By the court, Emil Baensch, County Judge. Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, Thursday, December 1, 1892 P. 5


MARIE PINCHON On Monday of last week Mr. George Sperl received a telegram from Milwaukee stating that his daughter, Mrs. Chas. Pinchon had passed away. The remains were brought to Branch on Wednesday from which place the funeral was held, interment being at the National cemetery near Kellnersville. Deceased was 28 years old at the time of her death and is survived by her husband, three small children, the oldest being five years of age, her parents, four sisters and two brothers. The bereaved husband and parents have the sympathy of the community in there (sic) sad affliction. Manitowoc Pilot, July 9, 1908 ********* [bur 12-05-1923/removal from National cemetery]


FRIEDRICH PINGEL FRED PINGEL OF THIS CITY DIES AT WATERTOWN Frederick Pingel, pioneer resident of Manitowoc who of late years had been an inmate of the Lutheran Old People’s Home at Watertown, died there yesterday and the body will be brought here for burial, funeral services being held at the Lutheran church, South Eighth street, Monday afternoon at 2, Mr. Pingel having been a life long member of the church. Mr. Pingel was one of the oldest residents of the city, having been born October 23, 1833, being 90 at time of his death. He located here in 1864 and the family resided on N. Ninth street up to the death of Mrs. Pingle which occurred several years ago. Following the death of his wife Mr. Pingel entered the Lutheran home and had frequently returned here to visit old friends. He is survived by one step daughter, Mrs. Rohan, of Evanston who with her children will accompany the remains here for burial. Rev. Karl Machmiller will officiate at the services. Manitowoc Herald News, April 14, 1923 P. 1 ******** [bur 04-16-1923/age 89 yrs/cause: myocardial insufficiency] ******** Rev. Machmiller is at Milwaukee for the day visiting with Fred Pingel one of his former parishioners and founders of the local church, who is now an inmate at the Old People's Home at Wauwatosa. Mr. Pingel is now eighty seven years of age. Manitowoc Herald News, April 25, 1921 P. 3


HENRY PINGEL (d. 1933) DEATH CLAIMS HENRY PINGEL Bridge Tender Here Until Seven Years Ago, Is Dead Henry J. Pingel, bridge tender in Manitowoc up to seven years ago, died Wednesday at St. Joseph's hospital, Menominee, Mich. Funeral services will be held at Daggett, Mich., Sunday and in Manitowoc Monday at 2 p.m. from the First Evangelical Lutheran church, Rev. Koeninger officiating. Mr. Pingel, son of the late John and Magdalene Pingel was born in Manitowoc Feb. 10, 1857. He was married to Margaretta Wennholz Feb. 27, 1886, who died last year. Mr. Pingel spent his entire life in Manitowoc with the exception of the last seven years when he resided with his son-in-law and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. Henry Hopp of Daggett. He is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Henry (Minnie) Hopp; one brother, Fred Pingel of Wayside; one sister, Mrs. Caroline Sapper, of Pasadena, Calif. Mr. Pingel was a member of the local Lutheran church since childhood until he moved to Daggett where he joined the Holy Cross Lutheran church. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, October 26, 1933 P.2 ******** [bur. 10-30-1933/age 76 yrs/died at Menominee, MI/cause: apoplexy/ bur. on Fred Wenholz lot] ********* TAKES A COLD BATH Henry Pingel, assistant tender on Eighth Street bridge, will probably give a baleful look to anyone mentioning ice water to him for the next twelve months. He is fed up on the commodity. About seven in the morning last Tuesday, the draw was swung to permit the clearing off of snow on the protection abuttments. Mr. Pingel essayed to clamber down and suddenly found himself describing a Class A Steve Brodie in the atmosphere. He hit the Manitowoc River and disappeared into its depths. His co-laborer Goedtke, tossed him a circular life preserver when he came up which supported him until the North side Hook & Ladder company clanged to the succor and drew him from the icy embraces. It was a nearly ossified assistant bridge tender who was hauled away in the city ambulance, but warm blankets, a rest and a stimulant effected in speedy cure. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Jan. 11, 1923


JOACHIM PINGEL Death on Tues., of old age, of Joseph Pingel who resides at the corner of 9th and Columbus Streets. He was born 76 yrs. ago in Germany but has resided here for a very long time. He leaves a widow and 2 daughters. Der Nord Westen, 20 Mar. 1902 ******* The Burial Register has Joachim Pingle, male, age 78, born in Germany, cause of death: cerebral hemorrhage. The lot diagram book has Joachim Pingel. There is no record at all of a Joseph Pingel. I believe the newspaper has the wrong 1st name. ******** [cause: cerebral hemorrhage]


JOHANN PINGEL (d. 1870) DIED. In this Village, March 13th, of Scarlet Fever, John, only son of Fredrick and Mary Pingle (sic), aged 8 years, 10 months and 2 days. Manitowoc Tribune Thursday, March 17, 1870 pg. 3 ******** [bur. 03-14-1870] (Johann Friedrich Christian Pingel/son of Friedrich Pingel/b. 11 May 1861/ d. 13 Mar. 1870/from First German Evangelical Lutheran Church records 1856-1874)


JOHANN PINGEL (d. 1885) Death of 65-year old John Pingel last Sun. evening. The old Manitowoc citizen leaves a wife and five grown children. The funeral took place Wed. at 2pm. Der Nord Westen, 26 Mar. 1885 ******* Order for Proof of Will. (First Publication March 31, 1885) STATE OF WISCONSIN-MANTIWOOC COUNTY, ss. Probate Office, Manitowoc, March 25th. A.D. 1885. In the matter of the proof and Probate of the last will and testament of John Pingel deceased, late of the county of Manitowoc. Whereas an instrument in writing, purporting to be the last will and testament of John Pingel, deceased, late of the County of Manitowoc has been filed in this office; and whereas application has been made by Heinrich Pingel praying that the same be proven and admitted to Probate according to the laws of this State: Therefore it is ordered, that said application be heard before me at the Probate Office in Manitowoc, in said County, on Tuesday, the 21st day of April A.D. 1885 at ten o'clock, A.M. And it is further ordered, that notice shall be given to all persons interested in said will of the time and place of said hearing, by publication in the Lake Shore Times, a newspaper printed in said county, for three successive weeks, once each week, prior to the time of such hearing. By the Court, R.D. Smart, County Judge. H.L. Markham, Atty. for the Estate. Manitowoc Lake Shore Times, Tuesday, April 14, 1885 P.1 ******** [John Pingel]


KARL PINGEL Death in Town Manitowoc on Tues. last week of Carl Pingel, in the home of his father-in-law J. Schroeder, after a long struggle with T.B. The deceased, who was 30 yrs. old, is survived by his widow. The burial took place Fri. at Evergreen Cemetery. Der Nord Westen, 22 Apr. 1897 ******** Charles F. Pengel birth: 22 May 1866 Manitowoc, Wis. death: 13 April 1897 Manitowoc, Manitowoc Co., Wisconsin father: John Pengel mother: Margaret spouse: Mary Wisconsin, Deaths and Burials, 1835-1968 ******** [Charles F. Pingel/cause: consumption]


MAGDALENE M.L. PINGEL Name: Pingel, Magdalena Maria Louise D.: 2/28/1875 B.: Reg. D.: 12/31/1875 Sex: F/W Age at Death: 48 Yrs. 9 Mo. 4 Da. B.P.: D.P.: Mtwc. City Cem.: Evergreen Ch.: Inf. & Address: Rev. G. Thiele Spouse: F.: M.: Cause of Death: Pg. #: v.1 p.181


MARIA PINGEL (d. 1908) Death Wednesday last week of 76-yr. old Mrs. Joseph Pringel in the residence of her son-in-law Henry Mahnke. The deceased had been ill only a week, and old age debility was the main cause of her death. The funeral was held Sunday afternoon. Der Nord Westen, 06 Feb. 1908 ******** Mrs. Joachim Pingel, a pioneer resident of this city, died at the home of her son-in-law, Henry Mahnke, South 9th street Wednesday night, after an illness of about two weeks. She was about 80 years of age. Her husband has been dead six years and her only child, Mrs. Mahnke, died some years ago. Manitowoc Pilot, January 30, 1908 ******** AGE TAKES ANOTHER Mrs. Pringel(sic), Aged Southside Woman is Called by Death Age has claimed another of the old residents of the city, Mrs. Pringel, widow of the late Joseph Pringel having been called to rest Wednesday night after an illness that lasted only one week, her advanced age being the primary cause of the demise. Mrs. Pringel made her home with her son-in-law, Henry Mahnke, So. 9th Street and there is no surviving family, all of her children having preceded her in death. Deceased was 76 years old and had resided in the city a long time. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Jan. 30, 1908 ********* (1900 Manitowoc census: Living with Henry Mahnke family: father in law Joachim Pingel age 75; mother in law Maria Pingel age 73) ******** [Mary/cause: La Grippe]


MARIE PINGEL (d. 1917) DEAD WOMAN HAD STORE OF MONEY HIDDEN IN HOME Late Mrs. Pingel Said to Have Had Several Thousand Dollars in Small Coins and Bills Secreted. Now in Bank A large sum of money, said to be between $1,500 to $3,000, was found secreted in various hiding places about the home of Mr. and Mrs. Fred Pingel, North Ninth street yesterday when search of the home was made following the death of Mrs. Pingel on Sunday. The money has been turned over to the local bank for safe keeping. Mr. and Mrs. Pingel have made their home alone for years. Both were of advanced age and the husband is said to have been a child in business and financial matters and Mrs. Pingel had told neighbors and friends that she had to look after the resources of the pair. When her death occurred Sunday and it was found that the couple were without funds, neighbors interested themselves and a search of the place was made. Money, some in pennies, nickels, dimes and other coins of larger denomination, including silver and gold and paper money was found secreted in every conceivable nook and corner of the house, sums being taken from under the mattress, from under the carpets, in bureau drawers and other hiding places. The aggregate is said to have totaled, if not exceeded, $2,000. It is said that Mrs. Pingel had no confidence in banks, since the failure of a bank here years ago and had preferred to take care of the money in her home. A representative of one of the banks of the city was called to conduct the search and took charge of the money. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 27, 1917, Page 1 ********* FUNERAL OF LATE MRS. PINGEL HELD TOMORROW Resident of City for Sixty Years Passes Away at Age of 88 Mrs. Marion Pingel, wife of Fred Pingel, and a resident of the city for sixty years, died at the family home, 727 North Ninth street, Sunday night. Mrs. Pingel was born in Germany May 23, 1829 being 88 years of age at her death. She came to Manitowoc in 1857 and has always made her home here since. Besides her husband she is survived by one daughter, Mrs. Mary Rohan of Chicago. The funeral will be held tomorrow afternoon at 2, Rev. Machmiller officiating, the funeral to be held at the home. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Tuesday, February 27, 1917, Page 8 ********** [Marie Pingel/bur. 02-28-1917/cause: acute myocarditis/bur. on F Pingel lot]


META PINGEL FORMER LOCAL RESIDENT DIES Mrs. Margaretha Pingel Dies at Daggett, Mich. A hip fracture suffered Oct. 22 was fatal Thursday to Mrs. Margaretha Christine Pingel, 77, at the St. Joseph hospital, Menominee, Mich. Mrs. Pingel and her husband, Henry Pingel, were residents of Manitowoc for 40 years before they moved to Daggett, Mich., six years ago. Funeral services will be conducted by the Rev. Theo. Thurow of Menominee, Mich., Sunday afternoon at the Hoy Cross Lutheran church at Daggett and at 2 o’clock Monday afternoon at the First Evangelical Lutheran church of this city, of which she was a faithful member for more than 40 years. Mrs. Pingel, nee Wenholz, was born Sept. 15, 1855, in Bremen, Germany, and was baptized into the Lutheran faith in Germany. She came to this country with her parents at the age of 12 years and settled at Manitowoc. Her marriage to Henry Pingel took place here Feb. 27, 1886, when the Rev. Reinhold Pieper was pastor. One daughter was born to them. Six years ago the Pingels left for Daggett to reside with their son-in-law and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. H. Hopp. Those left to mourn her loss are the widower, the daughter and son-in-law and one brother, Dietrich Wenholz, Mishicot. Manitowoc Herald Times, December 2, 1932 P. 2 ******** [Margaretha C. Pingel/bur. 12-5-1932/age 77 yrs/died at Menominee, MI/ cause: fracture neck of left femur/bur. on Fred Wenholz lot]


EDWIN PINGER Edwin J. Pinger, 70, of 1013A S. 15th St., Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Wednesday afternoon at his residence. Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home and 11:30 a.m. at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Theodore J. Hendricks will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Military graveside rites will be accorded Mr. Pinger by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Otto-Oas Post No. 659. Mr. Pinger was born Nov. 23, 1909, in the Town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, son of the late John and Catherine Marshik Pinger. He grew up and was educated in the Kellnersville area, moving to Francis Creek in 1945 and to Manitowoc in 1948, residing here since. He had served with the United States Army from 1942 to 1945. He married Beulah Koch, she preceded him in death in 1970. Mr. Pinger had been had been (sic) employed as a carpenter, working for various companies retiring in 1974. He was a member of St. Boniface Catholic Church, VFW Otto Oas Post NO. 659, Carpenters Union Local 849, Manitowoc Senior Citizens and American Association of Retired Persons. Survivors include two daughters and sons-in-law, Sandi and Larry Padgett of Rockford, Ill., and Katherine and Richard Specht of Mishicot; two sisters, Mrs. Agnes Gierke of Manitowoc and Mrs. Peter (Grace) Mouzis of Milwaukee; two grandsons, Joey Padgett and Robby Specht, nieces, nephews and a special friend, Mabel Dallman of Manitowoc. A brother and three sisters preceded him in death. Friends may call at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home 5 o'clock to 9 o'clock this Friday evening, where a parish prayer service will be at 7 o'clock. Herald Times Reporter, December 14, 1979 P. 3


MARY PINKERTON Mrs. Mary Brooks Pinkerton, 88, who made her home here with a daughter, Mrs. Ernst Blair of 1817 Belmont avenue, died Friday at Mirror Lake hospital in Waupaca. She had been in Waupaca on a visit and suffered a stroke a week ago. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Monday at the Holly Funeral home in Waupaca with burial in Evergreen cemetery here at 2:30 p.m. with the Rev. C. H. Phipps officiating. The women’s Relief corps will also conduct graveside services. Surviving, in addition to Mrs. Blair, are a granddaughter, Mrs. Ernst Schwantes of route 2, Manitowoc; a daughter-in-law, Mrs. Gerald Pinkerton of Rural, Wis., and four great-grandchildren. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 10, 1948 P. 2 ******** [age 88 yrs./bur. on Mrs. William Brooks lot]


CHARLES E. PIPER Charles E. Piper, 72, of 1132 Elm St., Manitowoc, died early this Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 9:30 a.m. Monday at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, and at 10 a.m. at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Rev. Leo Schmitt will officiate with burial in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Piper was born Dec. 2?, 1902, in Sheboygan County, son of the late Charles and Mary Roden Piper. He was a graduate of Plymouth High School and attended Marquette University. He was a musician playing with the Rollie Neilitz Band and Burkies Bluebirds. Later he was in partnership with the late Isreal Axel in the coin machine business. Prior to his retirement he owned and operated the Town House restaurant and lounge, which is now known as the Left End Steak House. He married Mary (Mae) Reindl, April 23, 1930 at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles, Manitowoc Aerie, and Holy Innocents Catholic Church Parish and a former member of Manitowoc Musicians Local 195. Survivors include his wife, Mary; a son, (private); two daughters, (private); a brother, Gordon, of Waldo, Wis.; a sister, Mrs. Ruth Seil, of Kewaskum and 11 grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home from 4 to 9 p.m. Sunday where a prayer service will be held at 7 p.m. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, July 26, 1975 P. 3 ******** [husband of Mary B. Piper]


MARY B. (REINDL) PIPER Mary B. Piper, age 99, a resident of St. Mary’s Home, Manitowoc, entered into eternal rest, Saturday, April 9, 2005 at St. Mary’s Home. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Gerald Foley at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, Thursday, April 14, 2005 at 1 p.m. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends and relatives may call at Holy Innocents from noon until the time of Mass on Thursday. Mary was born July 16, 1905 in the town of Franklin, Manitowoc County, Wis., to the late Charles and Barbara Tisler Reindl. She was educated in the Kellnersville schools and Manitowoc Public School system. She, and her husband Charles, owned and operated the Town House Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge in Manitowoc. Mary also was employed with Park Lawn Home as a recreational therapist until her retirement in 1970. She married Charles E. Piper, April 23, 1930, at St. Boniface Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Mr. Piper preceded her in death July 26, 1975. She was a member of Holy Innocents Catholic Church. Survivors include two children: Wayne (Joanne) Piper of Green Bay, Patricia (Richard) Otte of Arkansas; two sisters, Catherine Lensmeyer of Kellnersville, Mildred Skaren of Manitowoc; 11 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; a son- in-law, Stanley Check of Manitowoc; a special friend Margaret Greicar of Manitowoc; also nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her parents and husband, her daughter, Leatrice Check, four brothers, four sisters, and two grandchildren. The Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home and Cremation Center, 628 N. Water St., Manitowoc, assisted the family with funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, Manitowoc, WI., 11 Apr 2005 (sent in by researcher/see contributors page)


CZESLAW PIPOWSKI Czeslaw "Chester" Pipowski, age 73, of 1603 South 26th Street, Manitowoc, died Friday, May 1, 1992, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, May 5, 1992, at 3:00 p.m. from Reinbold, Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home. Rev. Gerald Foley will officiate with burial of his cremated remains at Evergreen Cemetery at a later date. Born September 24, 1918, in Bydgoszca, Province of Szwederowo, Poland, son of the late John and Stella Wojtolwicz Pipowski. He served in the Navy of Poland during World War II and came to the United States in 1946. He became a U.S. Citizen April 15, 1955. Chester was employed with the Grand Trunk Railway System and later the C&O Railroad as a cook on the car ferry. He married Josephine Godfrey on May 12, 1951, at Dubuque, Iowa. She preceded Chester in death February 5, 1986. Member of the Widow, Widower and Singles Club at the Associated Bank. Survivors include two step-sons, Robert Lutzke of Manitowoc, William Godfrey of El Paso, Texas; step daughter, Florette Shimon of Manitowoc; four step grandchildren, Robert Lutzke Jr., Michael Kirby, Judy Trippler, Debbie Rivet, all of Manitowoc, Wis.; 13 step great grandchildren; 3 step great great grandchildren; brother-in- law, Frank Kowalski of Manitowoc; sister-in-law, Mrs. Emily Ducat of Manitowoc; nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends also survive. He was preceded in death by a step daughter and son-in-law, Phyllis and William Kirby, and sister-in- law, Blanche Shimon. Friends may call at Reinbold Pfeffer Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Tuesday. Herald Times Reporter, May 4, 1992 P. B8 ******** [cremains/widower of Josephine A. Pipowski]


JOSEPHINE A. PIPOWSKI Mrs. Chester (Josephine A.) Pipowski, 76, of 1603 S. 26th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon, February 5, following a brief illness at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be 1:30 pm Friday at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home, Manitowoc. Rev. Harold Berryman will officiate with burial of her ashes at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc, at a later date. Mrs. Pipowski was born April 12, 1909 at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Dominic and Frances Nitka Kowalski. She was educated at Manitowoc. She married Chester Pipowski on May 12, 1951 at Dubuque, Iowa. She was employed at Mirro Aluminum in Two Rivers. She was then employed at the C & O Car Ferries for 17 years until her retirement. Mrs. Pipowski was a member of St. Mary Catholic Church, Manitowoc. Survivors include her husband, Chester; two sons, Robert Lutzke of Manitowoc and William Godfrey of Florida; a daughter, Florette Shimon of Manitowoc; a brother, Frank Kowalski of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Emily Ducat of Two Rivers; ten grandchildren, four great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a daughter, Phyllis Kirby and a sister, Blanche Shimon. Friends and relatives may meet with the family at Urbanek and Schlei Pfeffer and Reinbold Funeral Home from 12 noon on Friday to the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., Feb. 6, 1986 page 3 ********* [cremains/wife of Chester Pipowski]


WALTER G. PITKIN Walter G. Pitkin, age 86, of 1220 S. 11th St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning July 3, 2002 at the Aurora Medical Center in Two Rivers. Cremation will take place and burial of his cremated remains will take place at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Walter was born Nov. 22, 1915 in Indiana. Son of the late Walter and Olive Hansen Pitkin. On Jan. 12, 1946 Walter married the former Jane R. Sieker in Manitowoc. Walter was employed with the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company from 1939 to 1950, and the Manitowoc Public Utilities f rom 1950 until his retirement in 1978. Survivors include his wife, Jane R. Pitkin, Manitowoc; three children and their families, Dr. Gary M. and Doree Pitkin, Greeley, Col.; and their children Claire Pitkin and Erin Olofson, Greeley, Col., Rachael Pitkin, Ribera, N.M.; Nancy J. and Jerome Glasow, Collins, and their children. Christopher Glasow, Manitowoc, Jason Glasow, Collins and his fiancé, Amie Behnke, Reedsville, Carl Glasow, Collins; Thomas C. Pitkin, Manitowoc; one sister and brother-in-law, Ruth and Walter Modisitt, Naples, Fla.; one sister-in-law and brothers-in-law. Ester and Harry Gauger, Oshkosh; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends also survive. Besides his parents, Walter was preceded in death by one sister, Miriam Bowman and one brother-in-law, Carl Rosinsky. Relatives and friends may call on Monday, July 8, 2002 at the Jens Family Funeral Home & Crematory from 10 a.m. until noon. Memorials may be made in Walter’s name to the American Cancer Society. Herald Times Reporter, July 5, 2002 P. A2


AMANDA PITSCH Mrs. Amanda Pitsch, 84, formerly of 625 S. 26th St., Manitowoc, died Saturday morning at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Tuesday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pitsch, nee Amanda Wilkowske, was born March 4, 1884, at the Town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, daughter of the late August and Fredericka Richter Wilkowske. She was educated in Gibson schools and moved with her parents to Manitowoc in 1900. She was employed as a dressmaker. She was married to Richard Ladwig in 1908. He died in 1921. She was married to Peter Pitsch in 1922. He died in 1947. She was a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary, Germania Society and Senior Citizens. Survivors include two sons, Melvin of Rock Island, Ill., and Lloyd of Los Angeles, Calif., a daughter, Mrs. Harold (Thelma) Feldt of Manitowoc; a sister, Mrs. Rose Cluphf of Sacramento, Calif; 11 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 3 p.m. Monday. Manitowoc Herald Times, August 17, 1968 P. 7 ******** [bur. on Mrs. Richard Ladwig lot]


ELLA C. PITSCH Mrs. Joseph Pitsch, 85, of 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Sunday morning at Memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, where she had been a patient for a week. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Don T. Stannard will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pitsch, nee Ella C. Mayer, was born Sept. 5, 1883, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late John and Johanna Buerstatte Mayer. She resided at Manitowoc all her life and was married to Joseph Pitsch Oct. 24, 1905. They celebrated their golden wedding anniversary in 1955. Mr. and Mrs. Pitsch owned and operated a dairy farm and also a truck and flower farm on S. 10th Street since 1913. he preceded her in death Nov. 10, 1960. Survivors include a daughter, Mrs. Roy (Lorraine) Elfner, of Rt. 2, Cato; three sisters, Mrs. Selma Zastrow, Mrs. Eleanor Pautz and Miss Johanna Mayer of Manitowoc; and a granddaughter. Two brothers and four sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at the funeral home this Monday evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 14, 1968 P. 11 ******* [d. 10-13-1968/age 73 yrs./widow of Joseph P. Pitsch lot owner]


EMMA PITSCH Emma Pitsch née Klug (daughter of Auguste Klug née Lindemann) (b. Aug.. 26, 1884—d. Nov. 26, 1921) Gestorben—Der Lungenentzündung erlag am Freitag Morgen Frau Peter Pitsch, eine wohlbekannte Einwohnerin unserer Stadt. Die Verstorbene, geborene Klug, erblickte von 37 Jahren in unserer Stadt das Licht der Welt und ist jetzt hier wohnhaft gewesen. Außer ihrem Gatten hinterläßt sie drei Brüder und eine Schwester. Die Beerdigung fand am Montag Nachmittag von der Iuntherischen Kirche aus statt. Pastor Machmiller amtirte.—Manitowoc Post, Jahrgang 41, Manitowoc, Wis, Donnerstag, den 1. Dezember 1921, No. 26 “The Pneumonia took on Friday morning Mrs. Peter Pitsch, a well known resident of our city. The deceased, née Klug saw 37 years in our city the light of the world and was a resident. Besides her spouse, she left behind three brothers and a sister. The burial took place on Monday afternoon at the Lutheran Church. Pastor Machmiller officiated.”—Translation by Emilie B. Lindemann & B. M. Lindemann (sent in by researcher/see contributors page) ********** The following people attended the funeral of Mrs. Peter Pitsch and have returned to their respective homes: Mrs. Fred Meyer, Kenosha; August and Ignatz Pitsch, Waukesha; John Pitsch and Lena Wuifer, Milwaukee; Mr. and Mrs. Charles Ochs, Two Rivers; Mr. and Mrs. Frank Glumski, Town of Newton; Wiliam Lindeman and family, Louis Lutzke and family and Arthur Lindeman and family, all of Liberty. Mrs. Gerrity, who is here from Chicago will visit here for several days before returning. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, November 29, 1921 P. 4 ********** Mrs. Peter Pitsch died Friday from pneumonia at her home on South Twenty-sixth Street, aged 37 years. She was born in this city and lived here all her life. Besides her husband she is survived by three brothers, Edward and George Kluk of this city and Walter Klug of Salt Lake City. The funeral was held Monday afternoon from the Lutheran church, the Rev. Karl Machmiller officiating. Interment was in Evergreen Cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Dec. 1, 1921 ********** [bur. 11-28-1921/cause: pneumonia/bur on Peter Pitsch lot]


JOSEPH PITSCH Joseph P. Pitsch, 79, of 2601 S. 10th St., Manitowoc, died Thursday evening at Manitowoc Memorial Hospital after a heart attack. Funeral services will be at 1 pm Saturday at Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Donald T. Stannard, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mr. Pitsch was born June 12, 1881, in the Town of Newton, son of the late John and Anna Pilsch. He moved to Manitowoc early in his life and married the former Ella Mayer Oct. 24, 1905, at Manitowoc. They moved to their present address in 1913 and have operated a truck farm there since. The couple celebrated its golden wedding anniversary in 1955. Mr. Pitsch was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles since March 25, 1920. Survivors include his wife; a daughter, Mrs. Roy Elfner of Manitowoc; four brothers, August and Ignace of Waukesha, John of Akron, Ohio and Frank of Milwaukee; a sister, Mrs. Joseph Frieke of Manitowoc and a grandchild. Friends may call at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Fri., Nov. 11, 1960 page T3 ******* [Joseph Peter Pitsch/d. 11-10-1960/age 79 yrs.]


KENNETH PITSCH CHILD SWALLOWS QUARTER, DIES FROM SHOCK OF OPERATION TO REMOVE COIN LODGE IN THROAT Kenneth, 3 year old son of Mr. and Mrs. Peter Pitsch, 629 Twenty-sixth street, died yesterday from the shock of an operation performed to remove a quarter which the child had swallowed and which lodged in the throat and could not be removed. The operation was performed as a last resort to remove the coin and the little fellow failed to withstand the ordeal. The child was playing about the house several days ago and found the quarter on a table and in playing with the coin, placed it in his mouth and swallowed it. Physicians summoned made every effort to extricate the coin or force it down but it lodged fast and an operation was necessary. The child was three years and four months old. Manitowoc Herald News, Friday, April 11, 1919 Page 8 ********** [Buried on Peter Pitsch lot, cause of death: shock – operation, buried 4/13/1919]


PETER PITSCH Peter Pitsch, 63, of 625 South 26th street, died this morning at the Wisconsin General hospital in Madison following a lingering illness. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday at the Pfeffer funeral home, the Rev. Carl Hagen officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Pitsch was born in 1884 in Newton, and was employed at the Aluminum Goods for the last 25 years. In 1910 he married Emma Klug who died in 1921. He later married Amanda Ladwig, who survives with three adopted children, Mrs. Harold Feldt of Manitowoc, Melvin of Rock Island, Ill., and Lloyd of Los Angeles; five brothers, Joe of Manitowoc, August of Waukesha, John of Akron, Ohio, Ignatz of West Town, and Frank of Milwaukee; three sisters, Mrs. Joseph Fricke, Mrs. Rose Dobbert, and Mrs. Frank Glomski of Manitowoc. The body may be viewed at the Pfeffer funeral home from 7 p.m. Thursday until the time of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 9, 1947 P. 2 ******** [d. 07-09-1947 at Madison WI/age 63 yrs.]


RICHARD WILEY PITSCH Funeral services for Richard Wylie Pitsch, 5, son of Mr and Mrs Lloyd Pitsch, of 6941 Chevy-Chase Way, Sacramento, Calif, who died Feb 17, were at 11 am Friday at Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The Rev. Donald T Stannard officiated. Richard was born Sept 5, 1954 at Pasadena, Calif. (Survivors omitted for privacy) Manitowoc Herald News May 27, 1960 ******** [Richard W. Pitsch/d. 02-17-1960 at Sacramento CA/age 5 yrs./ cremains/bur. on Mrs. Richard Ladwig lot-now Mrs. Amanda Pitsch] [burial permit has Richard Wiley Pitsch, born 9/5/1954 in CA]


ALFRED PITTS Alfred J. Pitts, 61, former Manitowoc printer, died Thursday afternoon at his home in South Bend, Ind. He was born in Chicago in 1887 and when a young man came to this city and learned the printing trade. He was employed at the Manitowoc Pilot for five years and in 1910 married Miss Leona Ladwig of this city. They moved to Fond du Lac where for 21 years Mr. Pitts was employed as a job printer by Herman Berndt, a former Manitowoc resident. Mr. and Mrs. Pitts moved to South Bend four years ago. His wife is the only survivor. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Monday at the Urbanek and Schlei funeral home, the Rev. Paul Blaufuss officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. There will be Masonic rites at the grave. The body may be viewed after Sunday noon at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 5, 1948 P. 2 ******** [Alfred James/d. 11-04-1948 at So. Bend, IN/age 60 yrs.]


ADA B. PITZ DEATH OF MRS. A. H. PITZ GREAT SHOCK TO CITY Fails To Survive Shock of Operation And Death Comes In Few Hours Mrs. Ada Pitz, wife of Arthur H. Pitz, prominent Manitowoc marine contractor, and a life long resident of the city died Monday evening at the Holy Family hospital. She had been rushed to the hospital on Sunday morning to undergo a serious operation. Rallying for a time on Sunday, she grew gradually weaker yesterday until the end came at 6:30 p.m. The death of Mrs. Pitz proved a sad shock to the community where she was so well known. Many of her friends did not even know of her serious condition. Funeral services will be held from the home, 822 Hawthorne Terrace on Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. in charge of the Rev. C. H. Phipps of the Presbyterian church. Interment will be at Evergreen. Was Born In This City Born Ada Willott, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott Jr. in this city 48 years ago, the deceased spent her entire life here. In 1909 she was married to Arthur H. Pitz who survives with one daughter, Miss Josephine, a student at the University of Wisconsin, a son Willott, Lincoln high school junior, her father, Joseph Willott Jr., and a brother Reuben Willott of Antigo, Wis. Mrs. Pitz was a member of the Eastern Star and the Lois society of the Presbyter- ian church. She was also a charter member of the “13” club, social organization of women of the city formed twenty-five years ago and which has continued its organization. Her death is the third of the charter members of the club. Burial Tomorrow The remains were removed to the Pitz home this afternoon and may be viewed there up to the hour of the funeral tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald Times, July 25, 1933 P. 1 ******** [Ada Mrs. Arthur/bur. 07-26-1933/age 48 yrs/cause: obstruction of bowels/ wife of Arthur H. Pitz]


ALVENA PITZ Mrs. Alvena Pitz, 93, of 904 North 11th St., Manitowoc, died Monday at the Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc, following a short illness. Funeral plans are incomplete and will be announced Tuesday by the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. She was born Alvena Kiel in Kossuth in 1859 and in 1881 was married to Charles Pitz. They located in Manitowoc. Her husband died in 1884. Despite her age Mrs. Pitz, an ardent gardener, was able to continue her hobby through last summer. Surviving are a daughter, Mrs. Alma Scholten of Manitowoc and a grandson, Charles Scholten; and several nieces and nephews. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 2, 1953 ******* Funeral services for Mrs. Alvena Pitz, 93, of 904 North 11th St., Manitowoc, who died Monday will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday at the Pfeffer Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. W. W. Gieschen will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Friends may call at the funeral home after 6 p.m. Wednesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, March 3, 1953 P. 2 ******** [d. 03-03-1953/age 93 yrs./bur. on Nicholas Pitz and son lot]


ARMIN L. PITZ Armin L. Pitz, 66, Retired Shipbuilding Executive, Dies After 38 Years in Manitowoc Industry Armie L. Pitz, 86, who retired in 1953 as vice president and superintendent of construction at the Manitowoc Shipbuilding, Inc., after 38 years in the ship- building industry here, died unexpectedly Sunday noon. He had been in his basement workshop and was called to the telephone at the home, 820 N. 12th St., and was stricken with a heart attack. He died before he could be moved to the hospital. Since his retirement at the yards here, Mr. Pitz has been assisting in an advisory capacity for the Sand Products Co. at Muskegon, Mich., converting an ocean craft into a Great Lakes auto carrier. He has been returning to Manitowoc for weekends. Father was City Engineer He was born in 1888 in Manitowoc, son of the late Mr. and Mrs. L. K. Pitz. His father was one of the early day city engineers in Manitowoc. After graduating from high school he located in Cleveland, Ohio, working for the New York Central Railroad. He moved west to Wyoming, where he entered the University of Wyoming, also working on an irrigation project there for two years. He enrolled at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was graduated from that school in 1911. He was employed at the Bethlehem Shipbuilding Co. at Quincy, Mass., then building submarines for the British navy. Later he worked for the War Department on shipbuilding work at New Orleans. In 1915 he returned to Manitowoc, to work as a draftsman for the then Manitowoc Ship- building and Dry Dock Co. He advanced to chief draftsman in 1917 and five years later to general superintendent in charge of operations. Later he was named a vice president of the company. He was an ardent aviation fan and for a number of years owned and operated his own plane. During the long span of 38 years he was associated with the shipbuilding industry he supervised the launching of 196 ships of all types, including tanks, carferries, lake freighters, selfunloaders, barges, 28 submarines for the U.S. Navy during World War II, and landing barges for the Army and Navy. Supervised John C. Munson The last ship sent away by Mr. Pitz was the selfunloader John G. (Continued on Page T-9) (Continued from Page 1) Munson, Nov. 28, 1951. The 666 foot Munson was the largest ship ever built in the Manitowoc yards. On his retirement in August, 1953 Mr. Pitz was tendered a farewell party at which President William Wallace of the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Inc., announced the retiring official would continue in an advisory capacity at the yards. Among Mr. Pitz’s hobbies was building models of lake ships built at the Manitowoc yards. These models were exact miniatures of these craft, down to the minutest detail. A few months ago Mr. Pitz was summoned to Muskegon, Mich. to help supervise conversion of an ocean ship purchased by the Sand Products Co. for use as an automobile carrier on the Great Lakes. When the Heresite and Chemical Co. was launched in Manitowoc, Mr. Pitz became a stock- holder and also served as vice president of the company for several years. He served on the Executive Committee of the Great Lakes section of the society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers. He was also a member of the Manitowoc lodge of Elks. In 1936 he married Miss Frances Hussey. She survives with three daughters, (private), and a son, (private); two brothers, Col H.E. Pitz, USA retired, of San Francisco, Calif., Col. O.G. Pitz, USA retired, of Yorktown, Va.; three sisters, Mrs. James E. Thiell, and Miss Lillie Pitz of Rockford, Ill., Mrs. C. G. Chloupek, of Green Bay. Friends may call at the funeral home until the hour of services. Manitowoc Herald Times, November 22, 1954 pp 1, 29 ******** [d. 11-21-1954/age 66 yrs.]


ARTHUR H. PITZ ARTHUR PITZ DIES SUNDAY AT HIS HOME Funeral Services Tuesday For Founder of Marine Construction Company Arthur H. Pitz, 57, founder and president of the McMullen and Pitz Construction Company of Manitowoc, marine contractors and engineers, and prominent for years in the business and industrial life of the city, died Sunday evening at the residence, 822 Hawthorne Terrace. He had been in failing health several weeks, death being primarily due to pneum- onia, which developed late last week. Engaged in the marine contracting business for 26 years, Mr. Pitz was affiliated with other business enterprises here and was active in conservation circles of the city and state. Funeral Tuesday Funeral services for Mr. Pitz will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the residence, the Rev. T.A. Hawkes of the First Congregational church of Two Rivers officiating. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. Veteran employes of the firm will be pallbearers. Mr. Pitz was born in Manitowoc in 1883, a son of the late L. K. Pitz, city engineer here for many years. He obtained his primary and high school education in the north side schools and entered the University of Wisconsin from which he was graduated from an engineering course in 1908. Returning to Manitowoc he engaged in engineering work and in 1915 organized, with Oliver McMullen, the McMullen & Pitz Construction Company, and has served as presi- dent ever since. Mr. McMullen retired from the firm in 1926 and Emil Weber became associated with Mr. Pitz. The contracting firm was engaged in extensive marine construction work at numerous Great Lakes ports. The company built the two modern bascule bridges over Eighth and Tenth streets and also the two North Western road carferry slips at the lake front. Much of the inner harbor dock work was put in by the company. Active Conservationist Mr. Pitz was one of the organizers of the Manitowoc Citizens Loan and Investment company and was president at the time of his death. He was also a stockholder and secretary of the Huchthansen company, South Eighth street hardware firm. Mr. Pitz was instrumental in reorganization of the old Merchants Association here into the Merchants and Manufacturers Association in 1932 and when the present Chamber of Commerce was organized, he was elected vice-president. He was a director in 1936 and 1937 and was chairman of several important committees in the organization. He was also one of those responsible for organization of the Manitowoc Community Chest, which annually raises several thousand dollars to take care of Manitowoc charities. He was a co-chairman of the 1937 chest drive. An ardent hunter and fisherman, Mr. Pitz was active in conservation work. He was a member of the Manitowoc Gun Club, the Izaak Walton league chapter, and formed a chapter of Ducks Unlimited here a few years ago. He was a thirty-second degree Mason, a shriner, member of the Wisconsin chapter of the Delta Kappa Epsilon fraternity, Wisconsin Society of Engineers, Manitowoc lodge of Elks, Lakeside Country club and Rotary club. In 1910 he married Miss Ada Willott, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Willott. She died in 1933. He married Miss Ruth Hansen of this city in 1936. Survivors are the widow; son, Willott, a graduate of Dartmouth university this year; daughter, Josephine, of this city; three brothers, Armin of this city, Col. Otto Pitz, United States army, stationed at Washington, D.C., Col. Hugo Pitz, United States Army of San Francisco; three sisters, Mrs. Charles Chloupek of Green Bay, Mrs. James Thiell of Belvidere, Ill.; and Mis Lillian Pitz of this city. The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary tonight and will be moved to the Pitz home Tuesday noon. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 2, 1941 P. 3 ******* PITZ ESTATE LEFT IN TRUST Expected to Amount From $200,000 To 250,000 Will of the late Arthur H. Pitz of this city, filed for probate in County Court left his estate in trust to three beneficiaries, the widow, Ruth Hansen Pitz; daughter, Josephine; and son, Willott. While the inventory of the estate is not complete it will aggregate between $200,000 and $250,000. Mr. Pitz, president and founder of the McMullen and Pitz company, marine contractors and engineers, died at his home here June 1. The will was drawn in 1937. The East Wisconsin Trustee company is named executor and trustee of the estate. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, June 20, 1941 P.2 ********* [d. 06-01-1941/age 57 yrs./cause: carcinoma of the left lung] ********* The following is an article about his daughter Josephine Pitz: JOSEPHINE PITZ LICENSED LADY AIR PILOT Miss Josephine Pitz, 17, a high school senior has the distinction of being the first licensed air pilot in Manitowoc. Miss Pitz has received her license from the United States Government, officially signed and stamped. Miss Pitz, who was one of the first of her sex to become interested in aviation in this city and who made her solo flight some time ago after complying with regulations set down by the government, received her license as result of an examination which she took last week when representatives of the U.S. Department came here to conduct the exam. She completed the test with flying colors and was assured that the license would be okey and has received the official papers. A daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arthur H. Pitz, the girl who holds the distinction as the first licensed woman pilot in Manitowoc has demonstrated her efficiency in several months of flying. She is a young woman of alert mind and courage and veteran pilots of the city say that she is deserving of the distinction she has been accorded by reason of her capability and knowledge of aviation. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Aug. 28, 1930


BABY PITZ (d. 1915) SORROW IN WAKE OF JOY AT PITZ HOME Sorrow followed joy in the home of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Pitz when death robbed the home of the infant babe born six days ago. The little one died today. The babe was born Sunday and hopes were entertained that it would survive but death claimed the child. The sympathy of friends will be extended. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Friday, March 26, 1915, Page 5 ******* [bur. 26 Mar. 1915/cause: hemorrhage/removed from A.J. Endress lot 21 June 1951/bur. on Arthur Pitz lot]


CHARLES PITZ Death of Carl Pits(sic) on Mon., 29 Dec. He was 29 years old and only married for about one year. He was a resident on Green-Bay Road. He was the son of Mr. Nic. Pits and was only ill for a short time. Death is attributed to typhus. Der Nord Westen, 01 Jan. 1885 ******** [Carl Pitz/d. 29 Dec. 1884/age 28 yrs./bur. on the Nicolas Pitz and son lot] ******** (First publication April 8, 1886.) No. 9 STATE OF WISCONSIN COUNTY COURT FOR MANITOWOC COUNTY: In Probate. In the matter of the estate of Charles Pits (sic), deceased. On reading and filing the petition of Alvina Pits, of said county, representing among other things that Charles Pits, late of the town of Manitowoc Rapids in said county, on the 29th day of December, A.D., 1884, at said town, died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this state and county, and that the said petitioner is the widow of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to said Alvina Pits granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this court at a regular term thereof to be held on Tuesday, the 4th day of May, A.D., 1886, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in the city of Manitowoc in said county. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased and to all persons interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in The Manitowoc Pilot, a weekly newspaper published at the city aforesaid in said county. Dated at Manitowoc, the 2nd day of April, A.D., 1886. Carl H Schmidt, County Judge. Schmitz & Kirwan, Attorneys. Manitowoc Pilot, Thursday, April 15, 1886 P. 2


CHILD OF L.K. PITZ From Der Nord Westen, 26 Oct. 1893: Death on Tues. of last week of the 3-day old child of L.K. PITZ, with burial Fri. in the city cemetery.


CORA PITZ MRS. PITZ, 57, PASSES SUNDAY Funeral Services To Be Held Wednesday Afternoon Mrs. John Pitz, 57, 1412 New York avenue, died Sunday evening. She had been seriously ill only a few days. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary, North Ninth street. The Rev. C.H. Phipps of the Prebyterian church will officiate. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mrs. Pitz, whose maiden name was Cora Singer, was born at Jefferson, Wis. She came to Manitowoc from that city in 1916. She married John Pitz 14 years ago and has since resided here. The widower is the only survivor. The body is at the Frazier mortuary and may be viewed there from this evening on. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, August 3, 1936 P.7 ******** [bur. 8-5-1936/age 57 yrs/cause: post operative thyroid toxicosis/ bur. on Cora Moomaw lot]


CORNELIA PITZ DEATH CLAIMS MISS PITZ, ILL FOR FIVE WEEKS Stricken by Illness that Baffled Physicians for Weeks END CAME AS MERCY TO YOUNG WOMAN Stricken suddenly five weeks ago, Miss Cornelia Pitz, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Pitz, died at the home of her parents, York street, early today, aged 37 years. For two weeks the condition of Miss Pitz had been grave and no hope was entertained that she might recover and the end came today as a relief from suffering. Miss Pitz suffered from blood poisoning complications that had baffled physicians. Miss Pitz was born in this city on February 5, 1882 and had always made her home in Manitowoc, attending the local schools and taking prominent part in social affairs. Miss Pitz was a member of the Eastern Star an officer of the local chapter. She was beloved by a large circle of friends for her happy disposition and as a true friend. Besides her parents, Miss Pitz is survived by two sisters and a brother, Mrs. George Kennedy, Green Bay, Mrs. Alfred Boehringer and John Pitz of this city. Funeral services will be held from the late home Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock, Rev. Axtell officiating. Manitowoc Herald News, Thursday, April 10, 1919 Page 1 ******** [cause of death: enciphalitis/buried 4/12/1919/ middle initial P./buried on John Pitz lot]


ELISABETH PITZ Mrs. (sic) Elizabeth (Lillie) Pitz, 95, died Friday morning at St. Mary Home, Manitowoc. Private funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Monday at Jens Funeral Home, Manitowoc. The Rev. Dale Tutje will officiate and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Miss Pitz was born Nov. 24, 1878, at Duesseldorf, Germany, daughter of the late Louis and Elise Rettinghouse Pitz. She came to the United States as a young girl with her parents in 1880, residing at Manitowoc. She was a registered nurse and was employed at the Presbyterian Hospital at Chicago. Survivors include a nephew, Willott Pitz, of Manitowoc and other nieces and nephews. Four brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. Friends may call at Jens Funeral Home from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday. Memorials may be made to St. Mary Home for the Aged. Herald Times Reporter, Saturday, March 30, 1974 P.12 ******* [d. 03-29-1974/age 95 yrs./bur. on L.K. Pitz lot] (Lillie Pitz/24 Nov 1879/Mar 1974/SSDI)


ELISE PITZ MRS. L.K. PITZ PASSES AWAY LATE TODAY Mrs. Elise, widow of the late Louis K. Pitz and mother of Arthur and Armin Pitz, passed way this afternoon at 2:30, aged 72. Mrs. Pitz had been in failing health a long time and the end was not unexpected but is a severe shock to the family and a wide circle of friends who knew and admired her. Mrs. Pitz whose husband was city engineer of Manitowoc for many years, is survived by seven children, Arthur H., Armin and Miss Lillian, this city; Otto of Allentown, Pa., Hugo of Durham, Mass, Mrs. Charles Chloupek of Green Bay, Mrs. J. Thiell of Rockford, Ill. Funeral announcement will be made tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald News, Monday, December 17, 1928 P.1 ********** FUNERAL OF MRS. L.K. PITZ ON THURSDAY Funeral services for Mrs. Louis K. Pitz, widow of the former city engineer of Manitowoc, who passed away at the family home on North Twelfth street late Monday afternoon, will be held Thursday afternoon, at two o'clock from the home, with Rev. M.S. Weber of the Presbyterian church officiating. Burial will be at Evergreen. The deceased, who had been suffering severely from a heart attack for the past two weeks, has not been in the best of health for a year past, following an automobile accident in which she suffered a broken shoulder. Her six children, including Majors. H.E. Pitz and O.G. Pitz of the U.S. regular army, were all present at her bedside when the end came. Came Here in 1880 Mrs. Pitz, whose maiden name was Elsie Rettinghaus, was born 72 years ago, in the Rhine province, Germany, She was married to L.K. Pitz, and after a few years residence in Germany, they emigrated to America and located in Manitowoc, in 1880. Mr. Pitz died in 1920. The surviving children are Mrs. C.J. Chloupek, Green Bay, Miss Lillian, Arthur and Armin of this city, Major H.E. Pitz of Dunham, New Hampshire, Major O.G. Pitz of Allentown, Pa., and Mrs. James E. Thiell of Rockford, Ill. Two brothers, Herman Rettinghaus, of Pasadena, Cal., and Hugo of Frankfort, Germany, also survive. Manitowoc Herald News, Tuesday, December 18, 1928 P.1 ******** [bur. 12-20-1928/age 72 yrs/cause: heart disease/widow of Louis K. Pitz] ******** This is her son: MANITOWOC MAN WITH FUNSTON ON MEXICAN BORDER O.H. Pitz, of this City, Is a Lieutenant in U.S. Army and May See Service in Mexico Now Manitowoc, in common with other parts of the country, is stirred by the prospect of trouble with Mexico as result of the ordering of United States troops over the border to capture Villa and his band, but there is more than general interest here by reason of the fact that a Manitowoc man is with Gen. Funston whose command is on the border in New Mexico and will be sent across the line. O.H. Pitz, son of Engineer and Mrs. L.K. Pitz of this city, is a Lieutenant with Gen. Funston and has been stationed along the border in New Mexico for some time. Lieut. Pitz visited his home here a few months ago and returned to join his command which was ordered to the border for patrol duty, and is near the scene of the trouble which led to the order for troops to cross the border. It is not improbable that Lieut. Pitz may command one of the detachments from Funston's command when the soldiers are dispatched. Joseph Kretz, another Manitowoc boy, is stationed at Douglas Ariz., and his command has been ordered to join Funston. Kreutz visited here only a month ago. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Saturday, March 11, 1916 P.1


EMMA PITZ Mrs. Emma Pitz, 72, widow of former Ald. Philip Pitz, died of a sudden heart stroke during Wednesday night at home 815 North Twelfth street. Funeral services will be held Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Pitz was Emma Gans before her marriage 52 years ago. Mr. Pitz died in 1918 and she is survived by a daughter, Mrs. Peter Gilbert and two sons, Walter, Detroit and Darwin, Cleveland, Ohio. Manitowoc Sun Messenger, Friday, January 28, 1938 P.2 ******* Funeral services for Mrs. Emma Pitz, 72, who died suddenly of a heart stroke Wednesday night, will be held Saturday at 2 p.m., from the home, 815 North 12th street. The services will be in charge of the Rev. F.C. St. Clair of the St. James Episcopal church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemtery. The body is at the home where it may be viewed until the hour of the services tomorrow. Manitowoc Herald Times, Friday, January 28, 1938 P.2 ******* [bur. 01-29-1938/age 72 yrs./cause: cerebral hemorrhage/ bur. on Mrs. Philip Pitz lot]


FRANCES PITZ Mrs. Frances Pitz, 61, of 820 N. 12th St., Manitowoc, died Tuesday at Holy Family Hospital, Manitowoc. A concelebrated funeral mass will be at 10:30 a.m. Thursday at Holy Innocents Catholic Church, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Leo Schmitt concelebrant, and Msgr. A. M. Tighe of Kansas, and Rev. Roger Strebel, officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pitz, nee Frances Hussey, was born April 1, 1909, daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hussey. She was married to Armen Pitz Dec. 27, 1937, at Manitowoc. Her husband preceded her in death in 1954. Survivors include a son, three daughters (names omitted for privacy); a brother, Jerry of Manitowoc; six sisters, Mrs. Henry Jansen of Manitowoc, Mary and Dolores Hussey of Chicago, Anne Hussey and Mrs. George Batelme of Fort Dodge, Iowa, and Sister Rosita Marie of DePere, and four grandchildren. Three brothers and a sister preceded her in death. Friends may call at Schneider-Mittnacht Funeral Home, Manitowoc, after 4 o’clock this Wednesday afternoon where a vigil service will be at 7:30 o’clock. Manitowoc Herald Times, October 28, 1970 P. 35 ******* [d. 10-27-1970/age 61 yrs./widow of Armin L. Pitz] (01 Apr 1909/Oct 1970/SSDI)


GESINE BAENSCH PITZ Mrs. Walter Pitz, 76, a native of Manitowoc, died Friday of a heart attack at her home at 15500 Auburn Ave., Detroit, Mich. Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. Tuesday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, the Rev. Gervase J. Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. The former Gesine Baensch was born at Manitowoc April 14, 1891, daughter of the late Judge Emil and Ida Koehler Baensch. She was married to Walter Pitz at Manitowoc Nov. 13, 1919. Her husband preceded her in death 1957. Survivors include a son, Donald, of Watertown, N.Y.; three grandchildren and two nephews, Robert B. Brown, of Manitowoc and Edward B. Brown, of Norfolk, Mass. Friends may call from 7:30 to 9:30 o'clock this Monday evening at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, February 26, 1968 P. T7 ******** [d. 02-23-1968, Detroit, MI/age 76 yrs./widow of Walter Pitz/bur. on Emil Baensch lot/ cause: cerebral vascular accident] ******** Miss Gesine Baensch, daughter of Judge and Mrs. Emil Baensch of this city and Walter Pitz, also of Manitowoc, were married at Washington D.C., last Thursday, the ceremony being performed in the church of the Epiphany, known as the Pershing Church, being the religious home of General John Pershing, noted military leader, who was married in the same edifice. The Rev. Randolph McKim, venerable rector of the church, officiated. Miss Grace Schafer, who was a college mate of Miss Baensch, rendered a solo. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at St. Mark's Inn. The wedding dinner which occurred at 5:30 o'clock was attended by only parents of the bride, Judge and Mrs. Baensch and intimate friends of the couple in Washington. Among Manitowoc guests were Captain and Mrs. Clarence J. Primm, Fred Esch, now of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hubbell and Mrs. Mae Westgate-Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Pitz left Washington for a wedding trip to Syracuse, New York and other points and will then go to Detroit to take up their home. Both Mr. and Mrs. Pitz are well known young people of this city. Both are graduates of the local high school and during their residence here were prominent in younger social circles of the city. After graduation, the bride entered the University of Syracuse, New York, where she graduated and entered the profession of commercial artist. She was employed at Milwaukee when the United States entered the war and gave up her position to go to Washington to enter the service of the government in the making of typographical maps and after the armistice was signed, accepted a position in the War Rick Insurance bureau at the Capital. Mr. Pitz is a son of the late Phillip Pitz and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin where he was engaged in special research work in the agricultural department at the University, when he answered the call to service and entered the army. He was assigned to Camp at Chillicothe, Mo and later transferred to the chemical warfare division and sent to Yale for a special course of training and later was stationed at Letterman Hospital at San Francisco where he remained in the service until September, this year. Mr. Pitz is now employed in an chemical laboratory at Detroit, Mich. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 20, 1919


HELEN L. PITZ (d. 1989) Mrs. Willott (Helen-Honey) Pitz, 64, of 822 Hawthorne Terrace, Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening, July 19, 1989 at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital, Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Funeral services will be 9 am Saturday at Harringan-Parkside Funeral Home and 9:30 am at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, Manitowoc. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by Rev. William Zimmer and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. Mrs. Pitz was born October 25, 1924, at Manitowoc, Wisconsin, daughter of the late Dr. William and Cathryn Carey Donohue. She graduated from Lincoln High School with the Class of 1942. She then attended Lindenwood College, St. Charles, Missouri, and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. For several years Mrs. Pitz was employed as a Flight Attendant for United Airlines. She married Willott A. Pitz on July 22, 1946. She was a past member of the Junior Service League and the Manitowoc Garden Club. In the past she had done volunteer work at Holy Family Medical Center and was formerly involved with the Capital Civic Center. Mrs. Pitz was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church. Survivors include her husband, Willott; four children, Penny (Mark) Burrall of Cedarburg, Wisconsin, Peggy Pitz of Milwaukee, Jody (Tom) Halloran of Wauwatosa and Erich (Linda) Pitz of Manitowoc; six grandchildren, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by a brother, William Donohue. Friends may call at Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, 5 pm to 8 pm Friday where a prayer service will be at 7:30 pm led by Rev. Zimmer. Memorials would be appreciated to Flight for Life, American Cancer Society or the Capital Civic Centre. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thurs., July 20, 1989 page B9 ******* [d. at Wauwatosa WI]


HERBERT PITZ Pits To Be Buried With Military Honors Herbert Pits, past commander of the Drews post of the American Legion, and relief investigator who died suddenly Monday morning of a heart attack, will be buried with full military honors. Services will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Pitz home, North 12th street, in charge of the Drews post. The Rev. F.C. St. Clair of the St. James Episcopal church will officiate. Interment will be at Evergreen cemetery. The body will be removed to the home from the Pfeffer funeral parlors this evening. Manitowoc Herald Times, Tuesday, December 10, 1935 p.2 ******** Herbert Pitz of Manitowoc Dies Manitowoc - Herbert Pitz, 46 years old and for the past three years an investigator for the Manitowoc Relief Unit, died suddenly of a heart attack Monday morning. Mr. Pitz was past commander of the Drews Post American Legion and specialized in ocean disasters. He had a large collection of pictures of battleships and cruisers lost by nations in the World War. He also had a valuable collection of stamps. He was a member of the Manitowoc County Historical Society and brought his collection to a recent meeting of the society at the public library on the observance of "Marine Night" by the society. Sheboygan Press, Tues., Dec. 10, 1935 page 4 ******* [bur. 12-12-1935/age 46 yrs./cause: coronary embolism/bur. on Mrs. Philip Pitz lot]


JOHN J. PITZ (d. 1907) Death on New Year’s Day of Joseph Pitz, a well-known resident of our city, following a six-week illness. The deceased, who was born 19 Nov. 1845 in Nieder- Ingelheim on the Rhine, learned the cabinet-maker’s trade after leaving school. He came to America in 1867 directly to Manitowoc County. In 1874 he married Miss Lovely of Branch, a marriage blessed with 4 children. His wife preceded him in death about 12 years ago. Ten years ago he remarried with Elisabeth Fetzer, a marriage which produced no children. Mr. Pitz was one of a family of 9 sons and 5 daughters; 5 brothers and 4 sisters survive him, of whom 2 brothers and 3 sisters still live in Germany. His widow, and 4 children of the first marriage, mourn his death. The funeral will be held this afternoon. Der Nord Westen, 03 Jan. 1907 ******* John Pitz, aged sixty-one, died at the family residence, 418 North Main street, on Tuesday morning of last week, after a six weeks' illness, due to inflammation of the bladder. Mr. Pitz was born in Germany. He came to America in the year 1866. Upon his arrival in this country, he first engaged in farming, in which occupation he continued for several years. He then came to this city and started work at the carpenter's trade. He followed that trade up to the time of his final illness. He was well and favorably known. He was the social democratic candidate for congress in this district at the late election. He received a larger vote than that polled by any previous social democratic candidate for congressman in this district. The decedent is survived by a wife and our children. The funeral was held last Thursday afternoon from the home, interment taking place at Evergreen cemetery. Manitowoc Pilot, January 10, 1907 ******* DEATH TAKES JNO J. PITZ Socialist Candidate for Congress in Late Election is Dead John J. Pitz, one of the city's well known residents is dead at his home on N. Tenth street after an illness of six weeks, death occurring Tuesday night. Mr. Pitz was 61 years of age and for years was engaged as a carpenter. He has been prominently identified with the socialist movement in the city and was the candidate of that party for congressman in the late election. Decedent had married twice and was the father of four children, two sons and two daughters, who, with the widow survive. Mr. Pitz was held in esteem by his friends as a man of earnest conviction and honesty. Manitowoc Daily News??, Jan 3 to Jan 10, 1907 ******* [cause: cancer of the bladder] ******* Order to hear Petition for Administration. First publication August 19th 1886. IN PROBATE-MANITOWOC COUNTY COURT. In the matter of the Estate of Charlotte H. Pitz, deceased. On reading and filing the petition of John J. Pitz, of the Town of Man. Rapids, in said County, representing among other things that Charlotte H. Pitz late of said County, on the 1st day of July, A.D., 1886, at the City of Appleton, Wis., died intestate, leaving goods, chattels and estate within this State of Wisconsin and County of Manitowoc, and that the said petitioner was at the time of her death the husband of said deceased, and praying that administration of said estate be to said Petitioner granted, it is ordered that said petition be heard before this Court, on Tuesday, the 14th day of September, A.D., 1886, at 10 o'clock A.M., at my office in said County. Ordered further, that notice thereof be given to the heirs of said deceased, and to all person interested, by publishing a copy of this order for three successive weeks prior to said day of hearing, in the Nord-Westen, a weekly newspaper published at Manitowoc, in said County. Dated at Manitowoc, the 17th day of August, A.D., 1886. Carl H. Schmidt, County Judge. Forrest & Blesch, Attorneys. Manitowoc Der Nord Westen, September 2, 1886 P. 5


JOHN PITZ (d. 1922) DEATH TAKES PIONEER MEAT DEALER OF CITY John Pitz Passes Away At Home at Age Of 70 John Pitz, Sr., pioneer meat market owner of the city who was actively engaged in business in this city for forty-five years, died today at his home 1412 New York avenue, aged 70 years. Heart trouble, superinduced by dropsy was the cause of death. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock in charge of Manitowoc lodge 65, F. & A.M., of which he had been a member for forty years or more. Mr. Pitz, who was born in Aparzenheim, Germany, September 30, 1851, came to America at the age of 18 and located at Milwaukee and three years later took up his residence in this city where he has always made his home since. He engaged in business forty-six years ago and with exception of one year, had conducted stores on York street, his last location which for many years he occupied, having been at 707 York street. About eighteen months ago Mr. Pitz disposed of the property to the Farmers' Dairy Co. and retired from business. For several months his health had been failing and during the past two weeks, his death had been a matter of days. Well Known in Business. During his long career in business in the city Mr. Pitz had become widely known and enjoyed a big business, having the confidence of his patrons. His first shop was on Buffalo street but after a year he removed to Seventh and York and later to the location across the street at 707 where he erected a new market and residence which he occupied for many years. He gave his undivided attention to business and to his home. Married in 1874. Mr. Pitz was married September 27, 1874, to Mary Mahlman at Branch, who survives him with three children, Mrs. Alfred Boehringer, and John Pitz Jr., this city and Mrs. George W. Kennedy, of Green Bay. One daugher, Cornelia died three years ago. Mr. Pitz was one of the best known pioneer business men of the city and since closing his business nearly two years ago, had lived in retirement. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, February 8, 1922 P.1 ******** [bur 02-10-1922/cause: nephritis]


JOHN PITZ (d. 1937) John Pitz, 59, retired meat market operator, died early Sunday at the Holy Family hospital. He had been seriously ill three weeks. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary, in charge of the Rev. C.H. Phipps of the Presbyterian church. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Pitz, a son of John and Mary Pitz, was born in this city in 1878. After completing school he entered the employ of his father, who for years operated a meat market on York street, between Eighth and Seventh streets. In more recent years he conducted his own market on North Eleventh street. He married Miss Cora Singer. She died last August. Mr. Pitz, who was a member of the Eagles, made his home with his mother, Mrs. Mary Pitz, 1412 New York avenue. Survivors are his mother; and two sisters, Mrs. A.W. Behringer, city, and Mrs. George W. Kennedy, Green Bay. The body may be viewed at the Frazier mortuary. Manitowoc Herald Times, Monday, November 1, 1937 P. 9 ******* [bur. 11-02-1937/age 59 yrs./cause: bronchi pneumonia/ bur. on Cora Moomaw lot]


LOUIS K. PITZ LOUIS K. PITZ, LONG-TIME CITY ENGINEER, DIES Many Improvements Due to His Ability and Energy Louis K. Pitz, former city engineer and who for thirty-five years had been identified with work of his profession both in municipal and private lines, died at his home 816 North Twelfth street last night, aged, 69 years. Mr. Pitz had been failing for three years and during the past month his decline had been rapid and the end came not unexpectedly. For forty-eight hours he had been unconscious and his passing was calm and peaceful as in sleep. ACTIVE IN CITY AFFAIRS The passing of Louis Pitz removes one of the best known figures of municipal life of Manitowoc. For nearly a score of years he had held the office of city engineer or been associated with its work and he had planned many improvements which live as a monument to his ability. Mr. Pitz prepared the specification for the first paving in the city and superintended the work, was in charge of the rebuilding of the new utility plant, laid out the city parks and in many other projects had an important part. He served several terms as engineer up to 1904 and in 1908 was reappointed and served in the position until tarly (sic) 1919. Mr. Pitz maintained offices for private work during much of the time he was out of city service but during the past two or three years he had been unable to give attention to the business owing to his health. CAME HERE IN 1881 Born in Ingleheim, Germany, February 15, 1851, Mr. Pitz secured his preliminary education in the town schools, at at (sic) the age of 22 graduated from the Polytechnic school ar Karlsruhe and immediately entered the service of the Rhein Railway as civil engineer. After his marriage in 1876 Mr. Pitz and wife in 1881 came to America, locating in Manitowoc where he became a civil engineer in employ of the Lake Shore & Western and after sale of that line to the Northwestern, he became associated with the old Wisconsin Central for five years when he engaged in contract work here, later named city engineer. FATHER OF A.W. PITZ Mr. Pitz was the father of eight children, seven of whom with his wife survive, being Mrs. Henrietta Chloupek, Green Bay; Mrs. J. Thiel, Belvidere, Ill.; Lillian, Arthur H. and Armin, of this city; Major Hugo Pitz and Major Otto Pitz both in the U.S. army service, the former attached to the coast artillery service at Fort Hancock, N.J. and the later an officer in the 18th Infantry at El Paso. A.H. Pitz of this city, is a member of the firm of McMullin & Pitz, engineers and contractors. FLAGS AT HALF MAST In his profession Mr. Pitz was recognized as a leader and time and time again state department officials had paid tribute to his capability by calling him into consultation on projects that were under consideration. A man of positive ideas he was aggressive in his affairs but at all times commanded the respect of his associates. His death closes a career that was marked by success in its achievements. Funeral services for Mr. Pitz will be held from the late home Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. Flags on city buildings were at half mast today in tribute to the long service of Mr. Pitz as a city official. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, June 30, 1920 P.1 ******** L.K. Pitz' Death Deplored by Council By rising vote the Council last night adopted a resolution of condolence to the family of Louis K. Pitz, former city engineer, paying tribute to the services of Mr. Pitz to the city. The resolution introduced by Ald. Walter Kazda was a follows: Be it Resolved by the Mayor and Common Council of the City of Manitowoc: That we deeply deplore the passing away of Louis K. Pitz, for many years a most efficient public servant and engineer of this city; that we recognize that his services to the city were varied and most efficiently performed and much of the public work accomplished in this city is a monument to his skill and industry; that we hereby extend our sympathy to the bereaved family and order this resoulution spread upon the records of this council and a copy sent to his family. Manitowoc Herald News, Wednesday, July 7, 1920 P.1 ******** [bur 07-02-1920/cause: anneurism tharacis aorta/bur. on L.K. Pitz lot] ******** (The following is an account of his son's marriage): LOCAL SOLDIER BOY FIGHTING IN MEXICO, WEDS Cards Announce Marriage of Lieut. O.G. Pitz of this City, and Miss Colwell of El Paso, in that City Lieut. O.G. Pitz, son of City Engineer and Mrs. L.K. Pitz of this city, and attached to the Seventh ?. S. regiemnt now with Pershing forces in Mexico in pursuit of Villa, has been made captive-by Cupid. Cards received by the family here announce the marriage of Lieut. Pitz and Miss Ruth Colwell, of Galveston, Texas, at El Paso last Wednesday, the announcment coming as a complete surprise to relatives and friends in the city. No details of the wedding are given, the card containing but a brief announcement of the marriage. Miss Colwell joined Lieut. Pitz in the border city, it being impossible for him to get leave of absence for the wedding. The Seventh regiment, with which Lieut. Pitz is serving was one of the first commands to be sent into Mexico by the United States on the punitive expedition to cature Villa and it is presumed that Lieut. Pitz was detailed for special duty at El Paso. Lieut. Pitz and bride will probably visit here after the Mexican campaign is closed. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Monday, April 10, 1916 P.8


MARY PITZ (d. 1940) Funeral services for Mrs. Mary Pitz, 86, (photo) widow of John Pitz, former Manitowoc meat market operator, who died yesterday at the A.W. Behringer home, will be held Thursday at 2 p.m. from the Frazier mortuary, the Rev. C.H. Phipps officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen cemetery. The body may be viewed at the funeral home. Manitowoc Herald Times, Wednesday, August 14, 1940 P.2 ******* [d. 08-15-1940/age 86 yrs./cause: coronary thrombosis/bur. on John Pitz lot]


MINNIE PITZ From Der Nord Westen, 29 March 1888 Mrs. Wilhelmine Pitz, age 30, was buried 21 Mar. in Evergreen Cemetery. She was the daughter of Mr. Rosinski and died in Chicago of childbed fever. ********* [Wilhelmina/cause: child birth]


NICOLAUS PITZ From Der Nord Westen, 11 Aug. 1892: Death on Mon. of Nic. Pitz, one of the oldest residents of Manitowoc County, in Mt. Clemens, a famous spa resort in Michigan. The deceased was born 08 Apr. 1821 in the vicinity of Mainz and came to America in 1849, settling in Manitowoc Rapids where he has lived ever since. His wife preceded him in death 2 yrs. ago. Two grown daughters survive him. The burial took place yesterday. ******* [bur. 08-10-1892/cause: heart failure]


PHILIPP PITZ (d. 1918) PHILLIP PITZ, EX-ALDERMAN OF CITY PASSES AWAY Well Known Resident, Former City Official, Succumbs to stroke He Suffered Month Ago Phillip Pitz, well known resident ex-alder man and former resident of the police and fire commission, passed away at his home on North Twelfth street early today after an illness of one month. Mr. Pitz succumbed to a stroke of paralysis when he suffered in early April and which had left him in serious condition. News of the death of Mr. Pitz will be a shock to many friends, though it had been reported that he could not survive. Mr. Pitz was a native of Mainz, Germany, born there Nov. 6, 1858, and came to America in 1881 and had resided here since. He took an active interest in public affairs and served as alderman from the Fourth ward and later, in removing to the Sixth ward, was elected to represent that ward two terms. Mr. Pitz served as a member of the police and fire commission several years ago and later was reappointed to the board by former Mayor Stolze, serving up to three years ago. At one time Mr. Pitz was engaged in the meat market business, conducting a market on North Eighth street and later was with the old Wisconsin Central line in its local officers. Of late years he had been employed with the Kunz- Bleser Brewing company as a collector and was in employ of the company at the time of his death. He was a member of the United Commercial Travelers and was active in the organization. Mr. Pitz is survived by his widow, three sons, Herbert, Darwin, this city, and Walter of Madison and one daughter Miss Myrtle, this city survive. One brother, John Pitz, this city and a brother and one sister in the old country, also survive. The funeral will be held from the late home on North Twelfth street Saturday afternoon at 2 o’clock. Manitowoc Daily Herald, Wednesday, May 22, 1918, Page 8 ********* [Philip Pitz/bur. 05-25-1918/cause: tumor of brain]


RUTH PITZ Mrs. Arthur (Ruth) Pitz, 86, formerly of 611 St. Clair St., Manitowoc, died Wednesday, October 1, at Park Lawn Home, Manitowoc. Memorial services will be 1 p.m. Friday at First Lutheran Church Chapel, Manitowoc. The Rev. Bruce Hanstedt will officiate with cremation and burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mrs. Pitz, nee Ruth Hansen, was born July 7, 1894, at Manitowoc, daughter of the late Halvor and Dena Nelson Hansen. She attended Manitowoc Schools and was married to Arthur Pitz Aug. 1, 1936, at Manitowoc. He preceded her in death in 1941. She was a member of First Lutheran Church, a 50 year member of P.E.O. Sisterhood Chapter J, a member of Branch River Country Club, American Red Cross and was very active with the Girl Scouts. Survivors include a brother, Edward L. Hansen of Aiken, S.C., a sister, Mrs. Hans (Della) Ertz of Santa Barbara, Calif.; four nieces, Mrs. Della Helgeson of Manitowoc, Mrs. Margret Seymour of Burlington, Wis., Mrs. Ruth Rossell of Altamone, Fla., and Mrs. Dorothy Meyer of Naperville, Ill., and four nephews, Fredrick Hanson (sic) of Two Rivers, Philip Hanson (sic) of Windsor, Wis., Edward Hansen of Westwood, Mass., and Nels Hansen of Alexandria, Va. six brothers and two sisters preceded her in death. There will be no Thursday evening visitation. Memorials may be made to First Lutheran Church, Memorial Hospital or P.E.O. Sisterhood Chapter J scholarship fund. Jens Funeral Home and Crematory, Manitowoc, is in charge of funeral arrangements. Herald Times Reporter, October 2, 1980 P.3 ******* [widow of Arthur Pitz/cremains/bur. on Halver L. Hanson lot]


WALTER PITZ Walter Pitz, 66, of Detroit, Mich., died there Wednesday. Funeral services will be at 2 p.m. Saturday at Urbanek and Schlei Funeral Home, Manitowoc, with the Rev. Gervase Zanotti officiating. Burial will be in Evergreen Cemetery. Mr. Pitz was born Feb. 12, 1892, in Manitowoc. He married Gesine Baensch in Manitowoc, was graduated from the University of Wisconsin as a chemist and had been a pharmaceutical salesman since he left Manitowoc 25 years ago. Surviving are his wife in Detroit, Mich.; a son, Donald of Syracuse, N.Y.; a brother, Darwin of West Bend, Wis., a sister,, Mrs. Peter Gilbert of Manitowoc; and three grandchildren. Friends may call at the funeral home after 10 a.m. Saturday. Manitowoc Herald Times, Thursday, May 8, 1958 P.24 ******** [d. 05-07-1958 at Detroit MI/age 66 yrs./cause: pneumonia/ bur. on Emil Baensch lot] ******** Miss Gesine Baensch, daughter of Judge and Mrs. Emil Baensch of this city and Walter Pitz, also of Manitowoc, were married at Washington D.C., last Thursday, the ceremony being performed in the church of the Epiphany, known as the Pershing Church, being the religious home of General John Pershing, noted military leader, who was married in the same edifice. The Rev. Randolph McKim, venerable rector of the church, officiated. Miss Grace Schafer, who was a college mate of Miss Baensch, rendered a solo. Following the ceremony a wedding dinner was served at St. Mark's Inn. The wedding dinner which occurred at 5:30 o'clock was attended by only parents of the bride, Judge and Mrs. Baensch and intimate friends of the couple in Washington. Among Manitowoc guests were Captain and Mrs. Clarence J. Primm, Fred Esch, now of Washington, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Hubbell and Mrs. Mae Westgate-Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Pitz left Washington for a wedding trip to Syracuse, New York and other points and will then go to Detroit to take up their home. Both Mr. and Mrs. Pitz are well known young people of this city. Both are graduates of the local high school and during their residence here were prominent in younger social circles of the city. After graduation, the bride entered the University of Syracuse, New York, where she graduated and entered the profession of commercial artist. She was employed at Milwaukee when the United States entered the war and gave up her position to go to Washington to enter the service of the government in the making of typographical maps and after the armistice was signed, accepted a position in the War Rick Insurance bureau at the Capital. Mr. Pitz is a son of the late Phillip Pitz and a graduate of the University of Wisconsin where he was engaged in special research work in the agricultural department at the University, when he answered the call to service and entered the army. He was assigned to Camp at Chillicothe, Mo and later transferred to the chemical warfare division and sent to Yale for a special course of training and later was stationed at Letterman Hospital at San Francisco where he remained in the service until September, this year. Mr. Pitz is now employed in an chemical laboratory at Detroit, Mich. Manitowoc Pilot, Thurs., Nov. 20, 1919


WILLOTT A. PITZ Willott A. (Buddy) Pitz, age 80, a resident of 822 Hawthorne Terrace, Manitowoc, died Sunday, December 21, 1997, at his residence. Funeral Services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, December 27, 1997, at First Presbyterian Church, Manitowoc. Rev. William Plank will officiate with burial to follow in Evergreen Cemetery, Manitowoc. He was born April 25, 1917, in Manitowoc, son of the late Willott Arthur and Ada Willott Pitz. Mr. Pitz attended schools in Manitowoc, graduated from Dartmouth College in 1940, and the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth in 1941. He entered the United States Navy Sebees, serving from 1941 through 1945, achieving the rank of Lt. Commander. He was president of McMullen & Pitz Construction since 1946. He married Helen (Honey) Donohue on July 22, 1946. Mrs. Pitz preceded him in death on July 19, 1989. Mr. Pitz was recognized as a life member of the National Eagle Scout Association having earned the Eagle Scout Award in 1930. Buddy was a co-founder and first president of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA in 1963. He was recipient of the Service to Youth Award, which is now named in his honor. He was recently honored by the Wisconsin Cluster of YMCA's as a 1997 Key Leader Award recipient. He was known as "Mr. YMCA" of Manitowoc. He continued to be instrumental in the YMCA fund drives. Mr. Pitz was a member of the Board of Directors of the following organizations: Camp Manitowish YMCA, Associated Bank-Lakeshore, Wisconsin Maritime Museum, the Capitol Civic Centre, and M&I Bank SSB. He was an avid outdoors man. He was also a member and served on the Board of Directors of the following professional organizations: Associated General Contractors, Inc., Fox River Valley Contractors Association, and the American Society of Civil Engineers. Club memberships include Branch River Country Club, Manitowoc Elks Club, B&B Club, and the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge #65, F&AM. Survivors include four children, Penney (Mark) Burrall, Cedarburg, Peggy Pitz, Whitefish Bay, Jody (Tom) Halloran, Hartland, Erich (Linda) Pitz, Manitowoc. Buddy's joys to the world include his ten grandchildren, Grant and Carey Burrall, Patrick, Kathleen, Maureen, and Connor Halloran, and Preston, Marshall, Sophie and Isaiah Pitz; his sister, Josephine Eagan, Colorado Springs, Colo.; his pet and faithful companion, Gunner; also other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his wife, Honey. Friends may call at the Harrigan Parkside Funeral Home, Manitowoc, on Friday from 5-8 p.m. A Masonic Service will be held at 7 p.m. by the Manitowoc Masonic Lodge #65, F&AM. Friends may also call at First Presbyterian Church on Saturday from 10 a.m. until the time of service at 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials would be appreciated to the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA Endowment Fund, the Capitol Civic Centre or the Wisconsin Maritime Museum. That man is a success who has lived well, laughed often, and loved much; who has gained the respect of intelligent man and the love of children who has filled his niche and accomplished his task; Who leaves the world better than he found it, whether by an improved poppy, a perfect poem, or a rescued soul; who never lacked appreciation of earth's beauty or failed to express it; who looked for the best in others and gave the best he had. This was our Dad, Grandfather, and Friend. Herald Times Reporter, December 23, 1997 P. A2


ANNA PIVONKA Mrs. George Pivonka, 71, nee Anna Chermak of Clarks Mills, died early today at St. Agnes hospital, where she had been a patient only a few days. Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. She was born in Bohemia in 1874 and when a child accompanied her parents to Tisch Mills. Fifty-two years ago she was married to George Pivonka and the latter operated a harness shop in Clarks Mills for years. He died nine years ago. Survivors are two daughters, Mrs. Frank Reis of Fond du Lac, Mrs. Homer Jensen of Racine; a son, Louis of Clarks Mills, with whom she resided; two brothers, Joseph of this city, Albert of Chicago; three sisters, Mrs. Jule Hamachek Sr., of Pasadena, Calif., Mrs. Charles Fenstermaker of New York, Mrs. Christ Sorenson of Racine; and six grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Tuesday noon until the hour of the services. Manitowoc Herald Times, September 24, 1945 P. 2 ******* [d. 09-26-1945 at Fond du Lac/age 71 yrs./bur. on Joseph Chermak and Geo. Pivonka lot]


GEORGE PIVONKA GEORGE W. PIVONKA GETS SUMMONS Veteran Harness Maker Dies at Clarks Mills George W. Pivonka, 65, veteran harness maker, died Friday afternoon at his home in Clarks Mills. He has been in failing health for several months. Funeral services will be held Tuesday at 2 p.m. from the Wattawa, Urbanek and Schlei funeral home. Interment will be in Evergreen cemetery. Mr. Pivonka was born in Bohemia in 1871 and accompanied his parents to Wisconsin when a boy of nine. The family located at Luxemburg and later Mr. Pivonka learned the harness makers’ trade at Stangelville and Tisch Mills. Forty-two years ago, Mr. Pivonka married Anna Chermak and they located at Clarks Mills where he operated a harness shop for years. Survivors are the widow; two daughters, Mrs. Frank Reis, Fond du Lac, Mrs. Homer Jensen, Racine, a son, Louis, Clarks Mills; a brother, Joseph, Luxemburg, Wis.; a sister, Mrs. Mary Hynek, Kellnersville; and five grandchildren. The body may be viewed at the funeral home from Sunday noon until the hour of the services, Tuesday. Manitowoc Herald Times, June 6, 1936 P. 4 ******* [bur. 6-9-1936/age 65 yrs/cause: carcinoma of colon/bur. on Joseph Chermak & Geo. Pivonka lot]