Our Obituaries

Vernon R. Poertner

February 24, 1920 - May 23, 2013

Vernon R. Poertner age 93, a Manitowoc resident, died early Thursday morning May 23, 2013 at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Vernon was born on February 24, 1920 in Kirkwood, MO, son of the late Walter and Clara (Schueller) Poertner. He served in the British Royal Air Force and joined the United States Navy as an aviator when the United States entered WW II. He served as a...
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Gerald A. Olson

March 8, 1924 - May 22, 2013

Gerald A. Olson age 89 of 1136 S. 23rd St. Manitowoc, died Wednesday afternoon May 22, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center of Manitowoc. Gerald was born on March 8, 1924 in Manitowoc son of the late John and Anna (Kloida) Olson. He grew up in Manitowoc and was 1942 graduate of Manitowoc's Lincoln High School. He attended Bradley University in Peoria IL. Gerald served his country during...
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Beverly A. Steinberg

June 10, 1932 - April 28, 2013

Beverly A. Steinberg age 80, of 3806 Custer St. Manitowoc, died Sunday, April 28, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. The former Beverly Schultz was born on June 10, 1932 in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Elmer and Amy (Nichols) Schultz. She attended school in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids. On August 20, 1949 she was married to Peter J. Steinberg II at Manitowoc. Beverly...
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Myrtle L. Strouf

January 24, 1912 - April 24, 2013

Myrtle L. Strouf age 101, a resident of Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday morning, April 24, 2013 at Shady Lane. The former Myrtle Baetz was born on January 24, 1912 in Huilsburg, WI, daughter of the late Fred C. and Marie (Burnett) Baetz. On December 16, 1933 Myrtle was married to Harvey F. Strouf at Huilsburg, WI. The couple celebrated 73...
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Gordon J. Powalisz

October 28, 1916 - April 22, 2013

Gordon J. Powalisz, age 96, formerly of 711 N. 5th St. Manitowoc, died Monday morning, April 22, 2013 at Kindred Hearts of Manitowoc. Gordon was born on October 28, 1916 in Manistee, MI, son of the late Edward and Sally (Niemirowicz) Powalisz. He grew up in Manitowoc and graduated from St. Mary's Catholic Grade School in Manitowoc and attended the Manitowoc Vocational School. Gordon started...
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Sadie W. Grapentine

April 8, 1922 - April 11, 2013

Sadie W. Grapentine age 91, a resident of Laurel Grove Assisted Living in Manitowoc, died early Thursday morning, April 11, 2013 with her loving family at her side, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center of Manitowoc. The former Sadie Ploeckelman was born on April 8, 1922 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Henry and Emma (Krueger) Ploeckelman. She attended local schools in Manitowoc. On September...
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Kathryn M. Basler

October 17, 1949 - March 29, 2013

Kathryn M. Basler age 63, a Two Rivers resident died Friday evening March 29, 2013 at Rivers Bend Health & Rehabilitation Center of Manitowoc. The former Kathryn Holtz was born on October 17, 1949 in Manitowoc, daughter of Kathryn (Stevens) Holtz and the late Wallace "Skippy" Holtz. She was a 1967 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School and earned three Associates Degrees from Lac Courte...
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Richard C. Smith

June 1, 1931 - March 26, 2013

Richard C. Smith age 81 of 5828 Calumet Avenue, Manitowoc died Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Richard was born June 1, 1931, in Manitowoc son of the late Albert and Dorothy (Schroeder) Smith. He attended school in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1949 from Lincoln High School. Richard served in the United States Army from 1951-1954. On July 21, 1956,...
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Margery Y. Schuler

June 10, 1914 - March 24, 2013

Margery Y. Schuler age 98 formerly of Schroeder Drive, Manitowoc died Sunday, March 24, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Margery was born June 10, 1914 at River Falls, daughter of the late Elmer and Ethel (Sanderson) Young. She attended school in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1931 from Lincoln High School, and then attended Oshkosh State Teachers College. On July 17, 1937...
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Donald H. Leicht

September 9, 1937 - March 19, 2013

Donald H. Leicht age 75, of 620 East Linden Avenue of Manitowoc, died Tuesday, March 19, 2013, at Next Step @ Felician Village. Donald was born September 9, 1937 in Manitowoc son of the late Edwin and Magdalene (Stadler) Leicht. He attended school in Manitowoc and graduated from the class of 1957 from Lincoln High School. On September 17, 1960 he married the former Audrey Thone at Gjerpen...
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Ethel O. Risch

November 29, 1919 - March 12, 2013

Ethel O. Risch age 93, of 4613 Menasha Ave. Manitowoc, died Tuesday evening, March 12, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center with her family at her side. The former Ethel Bleser was born on November 29, 1919 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Walter and Rose (Karbon) Bleser. She was a 1936 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School and attended the Manitowoc Business College. On February 22,...
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Adele B. Steinbrecher

November 17, 1924 - March 6, 2013

Adele B. Steinbrecher age 88, formerly of Two Rivers, died Wednesday evening March 6, 2013 at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by her loving family. The former Adele Habeck was born on November 17, 1924 in Two Rivers, daughter of the late Louis and Alma (Cornils) Habeck. She was a 1942 graduate of Two Rivers Washington High School. On September 21, 1946 Adele was...
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H. Lloyd Buck Seibold

November 22, 1932 - March 4, 2013

H. Lloyd (Buck) Seibold, age 80, formerly of Old Hwy 151, Manitowoc, died Monday, March 4, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center, Manitowoc. Lloyd was born November 22, 1932 in Weyauwega, son of the late Lawrence and Helen (Surber) Seibold. He attended school in the Valders area and graduated with the class of 1950 from Valders High School. On June 14, 1952 Lloyd married the former Alice...
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Shirley A. Fritsch

April 4, 1938 - March 2, 2013

Shirley A. Fritsch age 74, of 2636 Herman Rd. Manitowoc, died Saturday March 2, 2013 at her home surrounded by her loving family. The former Shirley Goodwin was born on April 4, 1938 in Lincoln, Nebraska, daughter of the late Robert and Flora (Osman) Goodwin. On January 4, 1958 Shirley was married to Wallace Fritsch at St. Luke Catholic Church in Two Rivers. The couple recently celebrated...
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Glenn W. Fuerbringer

December 12, 1936 - February 27, 2013

Glenn W. Fuerbringer age 76 of 1445 North 8th Street, Manitowoc died unexpectedly Wednesday, February 27, 2013 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County with his family at his side. Glenn was born on December 12, 1936 at Watertown, son of the late Louis and Myra (Woltemate) Fuerbringer. He grew up at Jefferson and was a 1954 graduate of Jefferson High School. Glenn served his country as...
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Loretta R. Klusmeyer

October 7, 1919 - February 26, 2013

Loretta R. Klusmeyer age 93, of 1415 N. 4th St. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly, Tuesday February 26, 2013 at her residence. Loretta was born on October 7, 1919 in the Town of Meeme Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Clements and Emily (Riesterer) Endries. She attended St. Gregory's School in St. Nazianz. On April 30, 1946 Loretta was married to Emmet E. Klusmeyer at St. Gregory Catholic...
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John V. "Jack" Hopf

July 25, 1923 - February 22, 2013

John V. "Jack" Hopf age 89 of Manitowoc died Friday, February 22, 2013 at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center. John was born July 25, 1923 in Manitowoc son of the late John J. and Alma (Klingholz) Hopf. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1941 from Lincoln High School. He then served in the United States Air Force from 1943-1946. On October 1, 1950 he...
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Elvira V. Thielen

May 26, 1912 - February 22, 2013

Elvira V. Thielen, age 100, of 1235 South 24th St. Manitowoc, died Friday, February 22, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. She was born May 26, 1912 in the Village of Rockville, daughter of the late Fred and Dora (Pingel) Voland. She attended schools in Kiel and graduated with the class of 1929 from Kiel High School. On October 23, 1934 she married Alvin P. Thielen at Zion Ev. Lutheran...
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Samuel J. Hall

June 8, 1918 - February 9, 2013

Samuel J. Hall, age 94 of 1128 South 35th. St. Manitowoc, died Saturday, February 9, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc, with his loving family at his side. Sam was born June 8, 1918 in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Lillian Vollmer Hall. Sam attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1936. He served in the Merchant...
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Bonnie Jean Yindra

July 25, 1937 - February 7, 2013

Bonnie J. Yindra, age 75, of 206 Maple Street, Whitelaw, died Thursday morning February 7, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Bonnie was born on July 25, 1937 in Manitowoc County, daughter of the late Helmar and Fern (Long) Christiansen. Bonnie attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1955 from Lincoln High...
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Wayne R. Siebold

March 7, 1950 - February 1, 2013

Wayne R. Siebold, age 62 of 1019 Magnolia Avenue, Manitowoc, past away at home, Friday, February 1, 2013, surrounded by his loving family, after a long and courageous battle with lung cancer. Wayne was born on March 7, 1950 in Manitowoc, son of the late Harvey Siebold and Delores (Christiansen) Siebold Jepsen. Wayne was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1968. He...
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Lorraine Schmoekel

March 24, 1917 - January 31, 2013

Lorraine Schmoekel age 95, formerly of 931 Rosemere Circle, Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, January 31, 2013 at River Woods Estates Assisted Living. The former Lorraine Adler was born on March 24, 1917 at Detroit, MI, daughter of the late Alvin and Anna (Noffke) Adler. She grew up in Detroit and was a 1934 graduate of the High School of Commerce. Following high school she worked in the...
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Reta A. Meissner

October 18, 1928 - January 31, 2013

Reta Anne Meissner, age 84 of 1514 Torrison Dr. Manitowoc died Thursday, January 31, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center, Manitowoc. Reta was born October 18, 1928 in Manitowoc, daughter of the Charles and Mildred Hansen Williamson. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1947 from Lincoln High School. On December 29, 1957 Reta married Donald C. Meissner in...
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Anthony J. "Tony" Theisen

November 2, 1964 - January 20, 2013

Anthony J. "Tony" Theisen age 48 lost his battle with pancreatic cancer and returned to God on Sunday, January 20, 2013 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. He was a great dad, husband, friend and coach to so many. Given the generous way he lived his first 48 years, we are confident he'll be a key player on the big court in heaven. We love you, Tony. Tony was born to this...
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Virginia M. Winkler

April 29, 1929 - January 15, 2013

Virginia M. Winkler age 83, a resident of the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center died peacefully Tuesday, January 15, 2013 at the center following a battle with Parkinson's disease. Virginia was born on April 29, 1929 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Walter and Gladys (Place) Holtz. She attended Manitowoc Lincoln High School. On July 24, 1949 she was married to Chester Koch in...
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Mary E. Kopidlansky

January 4, 1927 - January 11, 2013

Mary E. Kopidlansky, age 86 of 1500 North 3rd Street, Manitowoc, died Friday, January 11, 2013 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Mary was born January 4, 1927 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Vincent and Katherine (Szymczyk) Brefczynski. She married Albert J. Kopidlansky November 26, 1946 at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Manitowoc. He preceded her in death November 9, 1996. Mary was...
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Arthur A. Nickels

March 20, 1926 - January 9, 2013

Arthur A. Nickels age 86, of 1511 Cherry Rd. Manitowoc, died Wednesday evening January 9, 2013 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Arthur was born on March 20, 1926 at Mishicot, son of the late Charles and Augusta (Sehloff) Nickels. As a child the family moved to Manitowoc and Art attended school in Manitowoc. On July 18, 1944 Art was inducted into the United States Army Air Corps serving in...
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Rebecca Marie Hein

January 21, 1950 - December 30, 2012

Rebecca Marie Hein peacefully passed away on Sunday, December 30th, 2012, at her home in Manitowoc with her family at her side. Becky was born to Victor and Corinne (Stiver) Orcelletto in Merrill, Wisconsin on January 21, 1950. A few years after, she would move to Tomahawk, a place that would always be dear to her heart. Growing up in the north woods of Wisconsin with six brothers and sisters...
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Eileen F. Bunch

October 31, 1944 - December 23, 2012

Eileen F. Bunch age 68, of 512 N. Rapids Road, Manitowoc died Sunday December 23, 2012 at her daughter's residence following a four year battle with cancer. Eileen was born on October 31, 1944 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late George and Caroline (Van Lannen) Wetenkamp. She attended local schools. Eileen was married to Joseph Stephen Bunch. She worked for Foster Needle in Manitowoc until the...
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Shigeko Skarvan

April 26, 1935 - December 21, 2012

Shigeko Skarvan age 77, formerly of Manitowoc, died Friday December 21, 2012 at the Trempealeau County Health Center in Whitehall. The former Shigeko Aoki was born on April 26, 1935, in Aichi Ken, Japan daughter of the late Matwumasa Aoki. On July 31, 1956, Shigeko was married to Harlan Skarvan in Nagoya, Japan. The couple relocated back to the Manitowoc area in 1971. Harlan preceded her in...
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Norbert W. Nelson

September 10, 1925 - December 19, 2012

Norbert W. Nelson age 87, of 3512 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc died Wednesday, December 19, 2012, at Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Norbert was born September 10, 1925, in the Town of Gibson, son of the late George and Alfreida (Berglin) Nelson. He attended elementary school in the town of Denmark, Brown Co. until moving to Manitowoc in 1937. Norbert attended First German Ev....
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Walter W. Woepse

August 6, 1933 - November 27, 2012

Walter W. Woepse, age 79, formerly of St. Nazianz, passed away Tuesday morning, November 27, 2012 at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Wally was born on August 6, 1933 in Sheboygan, son of the late Walter and Hilda (Tasche) Woepse. He attended Manitowoc public schools. On March 22, 1958, Wally was married to Faith Halverson at Trinity Ev. Lutheran Church. Wally drove semi trucks...
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Elroy H. Klusmeyer

September 16, 1924 - November 21, 2012

Elroy H. Klusmeyer, age 88, of 1420 N. 5th St., Manitowoc, was taken home by his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ early Wednesday morning, November 21, 2012 at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center with his family at his side. Elroy was born on September 16, 1924 in Manitowoc, son of the late Walter and Dora (Hoeffner) Klusmeyer. He grew up in Manitowoc and was a 1943 graduate of...
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Milton William Birringer

September 1, 1926 - November 16, 2012

Milton William Birringer, 86, of Manitowoc WI, died peacefully on Friday November 16th, 2012. He was born on September 1, 1926 in rural Kossuth, WI, son of Nicholas and Mathilda (Nachtwey) Birringer. In the summer of 1950, while delivering milk for Kornely Dairy, he met and fell in love with Joanne Stevens. Married for the past 60 years, Milt and Joanie had a wonderful journey together. Milt...
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Alice B. Nelson

December 2, 1923 - November 16, 2012

Alice B. Nelson age 88, of 3512 MacArthur Drive, Manitowoc died Friday, November 16, 2012, at Care Partners Manitowoc. Alice was born December 2, 1923, in the Town of Newton, daughter of the late William & Alma (Krueger) Carstens. She grew up and was educated in the Town of Newton, and attended St. John's Lutheran School in Newtonburg. She graduated from Lincoln High School in Manitowoc in...
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Florence Teteak

September 14, 1914 - November 13, 2012

Florence Teteak of 1808 South 10th Street of Manitowoc died Tuesday, November 13, 2012 at her residence. Florence was born September 14, 1914 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Theresa (Skarda) Teteak. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1932 from Lincoln High School. She was a member of the St. Francis of Assisi Parish. Survivors include two...
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Esther V. Ewald

July 11, 1917 - November 10, 2012

Esther V. Ewald, age 95, of 4804 Cty Trk VV, Two Rivers, died Saturday morning, November 10, 2012 at her residence with her family at her side. The former Esther Rettele was born on July 11, 1917 at Cleveland, daughter of the late Henry and Clara (Liske) Rettele. She attended local schools and graduated from Manitowoc's Lincoln High School. On August 28, 1937 she was married to William Klemme...
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Helen F. Stephani

July 30, 1922 - November 6, 2012

Helen F. Stephani, age 90, a Manitowoc resident, went gently into Jesus' arms with her family at her side, Tuesday, November 6, 2012 at her residence. Helen was born July 30, 1922, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Frank and Helen (Krainik) Valenta. She was a 1940 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School and a 1943 graduate of Loyola School of Nursing in Chicago. On January 20, 1944 Helen...
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Violet J. Bastian

August 30, 1932 - November 2, 2012

Violet J. Bastian, age 80, of Manitowoc, died Friday, November 2, 2012 at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Violet was born August 30, 1932 in Marathon County, daughter of the late Guy and Eleanor (Fictum) Welch. She is survived by one son: Randy Bastian, Texas; one daughter: Rolene Wall, Louisiana; one grand daughter and one great grand son; one sister: June Peronto,...
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Robert J. Frank

April 21, 1923 - October 28, 2012

Robert J. Frank, age 89 of 1602 Miriam Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday, October 28, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Robert was born on April 21, 1923 in Hartford, son of the late Theodore and Catherine (Rohlinger) Frank. Robert served in the United States Marine Corps from 1942 thru 1946 where he received the Distinguished Flying Cross, Purple Heart and Air Medal. On February 6,...
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Robert J. Gauger

June 22, 1926 - October 19, 2012

Robert J. Gauger, age 86, died Friday, October 19, 2012 peacefully at his residence with his loving family at his side. Robert was born on June 22, 1926, in the town of Maribel, son to the late Walter and Beata (Kasten) Gauger. He married the former Viola Schultz on September 4, 1949 at Rockwood Evangelical Lutheran Church. She preceded him in death on June 22, 2010. Robert farmed the...
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Chuck H. Maples

May 26, 1931 - October 11, 2012

Chuck H. Maples, age 81, of Manitowoc, was called to eternal rest on October 11, 2012. He was born in Manitowoc on May 26, 1931, to the late Clarence Maples and Lila (Behnke) Maples. He was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School, class of 1949. After high school he joined the U.S. Air Force and served from 1950 to 1953. In 1952 he was one of the first airmen to open Landstulle Air Force...
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Katherine I. Hills

December 14, 1937 - October 7, 2012

Katherine I. Hills age 74, of 1437 N. 8th St. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly Sunday, October 7, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. Katherine was born on December 14, 1937 in Madison, daughter of the late John and Leota (Perkins) Peters. On November 7, 1959 Katherine was married to Alvin Hills at St. Peters Ev. Lutheran Church in Forestville. She worked at Tecumseh in New...
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Allen F. Stadler

December 23, 2012 - September 26, 2012

Allen F. Stadler, age 72, of 2516 Fischerville Road, Mishicot, died Wednesday afternoon, September 26, 2012, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center of Manitowoc. Allen was born on December 23, 1939, in Sister Bay, son of the late John and Anna Stadler. He was a 1958 graduate of Gibraltar High School in Fish Creek. On May 1, 1965, Allen was married to Carol M. Essermann at Manitowoc. He...
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Harold J. Radandt

September 6, 1933 - September 13, 2012

Harold J. Radandt, age 79 of Manitowoc, was welcomed home to be with his Father, Lord and Savior on September 13, 2012. Harold was born on September 6, 1933 in Manitowoc County, son of the late Clarck and Irene (Schleis) Radandt. He was a Korean War veteran serving in the United States Army from March 10, 1955 to February 27, 1957. Harold worked and retired from WI Aluminum Foundry. He was...
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Marilyn P. Ferry

February 24, 1925 - September 7, 2012

Marilyn P. Ferry age 87, of 929 S. 31st St. Manitowoc, died Friday, September 7, 2012 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. The former Marilyn McMurtrie was born on February 24, 1925 in Milwaukee, daughter of the late David and Laura (Scholl) McMurtrie. She was the third child of nine and attended school in Milwaukee. Marilyn got her first job at the age of 17 working for the...
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Rodney E. Mraz

March 11, 1934 - September 4, 2012

Rodney E. Mraz, age 78, of 1042 South 23rd Street, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Tuesday, September 4, 2012, at his residence. Rodney was born on March 11, 1934, in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Mayme (Sleger) Mraz. He was a 1952 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Rodney served in the U.S. Army from 1957 until 1959. He retired in 1996 from Mirro where he had worked for 43...
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Paul R. Barta

November 2, 1944 - August 31, 2012

Paul R. Barta age 67, of 1373 Hubbard Circle, Manitowoc died Friday morning August 31, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Paul was born on November 2, 1944 in Manitowoc son of the late Raymond and Ellen (Dahlke) Barta. He grew up in Manitowoc and was a 1962 graduate of Manitowoc Lutheran High School. Paul worked for 36 years with Anheuser-Busch in sales, retiring in 2004 from...
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Catherine B. Hallfrisch

November 14, 1921 - August 23, 2012

Catherine B. Hallfrisch, age 90, of 1851 New York Avenue, Manitowoc, died Thursday, August 23, 2012, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center in Manitowoc. Catherine was born on November 14, 1921, in the town of Franklin, daughter of the late George and Mame (Savage) Nate. She graduated with the class of 1939 from Lincoln High School. On August 28, 1947, she married Wallace R. Hallfrisch at St....
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Duane Greicar

December 19, 1926 - August 9, 2012

Duane T. Greicar, age 85, of 943 North 5th. St. Manitowoc, died Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Duane was born December 19, 1926 in Devils Lake, North Dakota, son of the late Emil and Clara Podhola Greicar. Duane served in the United States Navy. On April 18, 1953 Duane married the former Margaret Marshall in Manitowoc. He was a member of St. Francis of Assisi...
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Caroline M. Schwalbe

December 12, 1923 - August 3, 2012

Caroline M. Schwalbe age 88, a Manitowoc resident, died Friday August 3, 2012 at St. Mary's at Felician Village in Manitowoc. Caroline was born on December 11, 1923 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Arnold and Olga (Stephani) Gaestel. She grew up in Manitowoc and attended local schools. On September 16, 1944 Caroline was married to Earl Schwalbe at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church in...
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Audrey E. Prausa

September 29, 1921 - July 30, 2012

Audrey E. Prausa, age 90, formerly of 518 East Parkview Lane, Manitowoc, died peacefully on Monday, July 30, 2012, at Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center. Audrey was born on September 29, 1921, in the township of Eaton, daughter of the late Walter and Lillian (Valleskey) Olm. She graduated from Reedsville High School. On June 19, 1948, she married Wallace Prausa at St. Peter...
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Edna Detjen

August 1, 1909 - July 28, 2012

Edna Luebke Detjen, age 102, of 1041 West Crescent Drive, Manitowoc, died peacefully on Saturday, July 28, 2012, at her residence. Edna was born on August 1, 1909, in the town of Newton, daughter of the late Fred and Helena (Schuett) Luebke. She married Roland Detjen in 1935 in Manitowoc, He preceded her in death on February 4, 1977. Survivors include three children: one son: Henry R....
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John R. Reininger

July 1, 1915 - July 25, 2012

John R. Reininger, formerly of 515 North 10th Street, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, July 25, 2012, at the Sharon S. Richardson Community Hospice in Sheboygan Falls. John was born on July 1, 1915, in Manitowoc, son of the late Rudolph and Edna (Mahnke) Reininger. He married the former Violet Yohanek on March 17, 1933 in Waukegan, IL. She preceded him in death on January 22, 1999. John was...
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Clemens A. Braun

May 13, 1933 - July 24, 2012

Clemens A. Braun, age 79, formerly of 1011 Flambeau Street , Manitowoc, died Tuesday, July 24, 2012, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Clemens was born on May 13, 1933, in Manitowoc, son of the late John and Laura (Grall) Braun. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1951. Clemens served with the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He married the former Marianne E. Lesperance...
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Eldred E. Schwanke

July 21, 1930 - July 22, 2012

Eldred E. Schwanke, age 82, of 2000 Johnston Drive, Manitowoc, died Sunday, July 22, 2012, at his residence. He was born on July 21, 1930, in Reedsville, son of the late Ervin and Hilma (Horn) Schwanke. He served in the U.S. Army. On September 8, 1951, Eldred married the former Audrey L. Sammer in Manitowoc. He was employed as a welder for many years at the Kohler Company until his retirement...
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L. William Mrotek

June 21, 1928 - July 20, 2012

LL. William Mrotek age 84, of 4301 Broadway St. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Friday July 20, 2012 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Bill was born on June 21, 1928 in Manitowoc, son of the late John and Dorothy (Groll) Mrotek. He was a 1946 graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School. Over the years Bill had different professions, working for the Manitowoc Shipbuilding Company...
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Irene M. Jaeger

July 14, 1918 - July 19, 2012

Irene M. Jaeger age 94, a Manitowoc resident died Thursday morning, July 19, 2012 at the Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center of Manitowoc. The former Irene Weidner was born July 14, 1918 in Gregory, South Dakota, daughter of the late Emanuel and Elizabeth (Schiessler) Weidner. She grew up in South Dakota and was married to Romanus W. Jaeger on November 28, 1940 at St. Ann's Catholic...
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Jeanette A. Lang

January 13, 1929 - July 13, 2012

Jeanette A. Lang, age 83, of rural Manitowoc, died Friday, July 13, 2012, at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. Jeanette was born on January 13, 1929, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Bruno and Elfrieda (Fischer) Vetting. She was baptized and confirmed at First German Evangelical Lutheran Church. She attended schools in the Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln...
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Dalton F. Jaeger

May 5, 1929 - July 8, 2012

Dalton F. Jaeger, age 83, of 2812 South 15th Street, Manitowoc, died Sunday evening, July 8, 2012 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Dalton was born on May 5, 1929, in Manitowoc, son of the late Almon and Linda (Drumm) Jaeger. He attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1948 from Lincoln High School. Dalton served in the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers from 1948 to 1953...
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Roger V. Halverson

August 24, 1940 - July 7, 2012

Roger V. Halverson, age 71, of 3109 Mero St., Manitowoc, died Saturday July 7, 2012, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee WI. Roger was born on August 24, 1940, in Town of Liberty, son of the late Carl and Irene (Krueger) Halverson. He grew up in Collins, WI, and was a 1959 graduate of Valders High School. Roger met the love of his life, Patricia G. (Brunner) Halverson at age 16 in their...
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Margery A. Roberts

March 9, 1933 - July 6, 2012

Margery Ann Roberts, age 79, formerly of 1102 Nagle Avenue Manitowoc, and a resident of St. Mary's Home at Felician Village, died early Friday morning, July 6, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. The former Margery Daley was born March 9, 1933 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and Margaret (Marlborough) Daley. She grew up in Manitowoc and was a...
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Kathryn M. "Kitty" Blain

September 21, 1944 - July 3, 2012

Kathryn M. "Kitty" Blain, age 67, of 1325 North 8th Street, Manitowoc, died Tuesday, July 3, 2012, at her residence. Kitty was born on September 21, 1944, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Joseph and ClaraBelle (Liddle) Rathsack. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1962. She was a 1967 graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison...
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Thomas Earl Greenwold

July 18, 1988 - June 21, 2012

Thomas Earl Greenwold, age 23 of Frisco, Texas passed away on June 21, 2012 in Frisco after a 2 ½ year battle with Leiomyosarcoma (LMS). He was born on July 18, 1988 in Fontana, California son of Carol Greenwold. Thomas graduated from Frisco High School in 2007 and was working full time while attending Collin County Community College. Thomas is survived by his mother, Carol Greenwold of...
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Lucille M. Becker

May 8, 1924 - June 18, 2012

Lucille M. Becker, age 88, of 1717 Orchard Drive, Manitowoc, died Monday, June 18, 2012, at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. The former Lucille Pfeffer was born on May 8, 1924, in Wayside, daughter of the late Joseph and Jeanette (Collins) Pfeffer. She was a 1941 graduate of East De Pere High School and attended the University of Wisconsin-Madison. On August 28, 1946, Lucille...
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Audrey E. Schmidt

February 12, 1927 - June 17, 2012

Audrey E. Schmidt, age 85, of 2115 Cappaert Road, Manitowoc, died Sunday, June 17, 2012, at Harmony of Manitowoc. Audrey was born on February 12, 1927, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Herman and Stella (Kocian) Lenz. Audrey met the love of her life, Elmer George Schmidt after attending Lincoln High School. She graduated with the class of 1945. Audrey and Elmer were married on October 16,...
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Pearl H. Mathies

December 22, 1918 - June 13, 2012

Pearl H. Mathies age 93, a Manitowoc resident, received the promise of eternal life with her Lord and Savior early Wednesday morning, June 13, 2012 at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. The former Pearl Gadeke was born on December 22, 1918 in Chicago, IL, daughter of the late John and Hannah (Thorson) Gadeke. She grew up in Chicago and attended John Marshall High School. On August 31, 1940, Pearl...
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Jean E. Clark

May 26, 1925 - June 11, 2012

Jean E. Clark, age 87, formerly of 5005 River Heights Drive, Manitowoc, and a three year resident of River Wood Estates died early Monday morning, June 11, 2012 at River Wood Estates under the hospice care of Southern Care Hospice. Jean was born on May 26, 1925, in Sheboygan, daughter of the late William and Edna (Rieck) Hitzler. She was married to Biorn Clark on June 30, 1965, in Manitowoc....
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Sandra L. Markvart

September 17, 1944 - June 5, 2012

Sandra L. Markvart Sandra L. Markvart, age 67, of 2407 45th Street, Two Rivers, died Tuesday morning, June 5, 2012, at the River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. Sandra was born on September 17, 1944, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Alonzo and Lillian (Mushel) Martin. She attended local schools. On August 31, 1963, Sandra was married to Thomas J. Markvart at Sacred...
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Charles R. Robinson

August 6, 1926 - June 4, 2012

Charles R. Robinson age 85, a Manitowoc resident, died Monday afternoon, June 4, 2012 at Northridge Medical and Rehabilitation Center in Manitowoc. Charles was born on August 6, 1926 in Elwood, PA, son of the late Richard and Alice (Slader) Robinson. He grew up in and was educated in England. During WWII Charles served in the British Army from 1943 until 1947. After the war Charles attended...
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Alice L. Schnell

September 17, 1921 - May 19, 2012

Alice L. Schnell Alice L. Schnell, age 90, of 3924 Madson Rd. Manitowoc, died Saturday, May 19, 2012 at Manitowoc Health & Rehabilitation Center. Alice was born September 17, 1921 in the town of Newton, daughter of the late Max and Hattie (Wegner) Bruckschen. She was educated at White Trail School in the Town of Newton, graduated from Lincoln High School in 1938, and then attended...
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Patricia J. Braun

July 5, 1932 - May 15, 2012

Patricia J. Braun Patricia J. Braun, age 79, of Milwaukee, died Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at St. Luke's Medical Center in Milwaukee. Patricia was born on July 5, 1932, in Lansing, MI, daughter of the late Thaxtor and Margaret (Brown) Shaw. On November 5, 1966, she married Robert R. Braun. He preceded her in death on August 18, 2005. Survivors include eight children: Jeff (Maggie)...
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Sally S. Thelen

August 13, 1915 - May 13, 2012

Sally S. Thelen, age 96, of Manitowoc, died on Sunday, May 13, 2012, in Sturgeon Bay. Sally was born on August 13, 1915, in St. John, WI, daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Lauer) Thiel. She graduated from Appleton High School with the class of 1933 and Oshkosh State Teacher's College in 1935. Sally married Herbert M. Thelen on February 9, 1946, at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in...
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Irene E. Renon

November 2, 1918 - April 29, 2012

Irene E. Renon Irene E. Renon, age 93, of 4516 County U, Newton, died Sunday, April 29, 2012, at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Irene was born on November 2, 1918, in Brillion, daughter of the late George and Ida (Edinger) Worm. She attended Brillion schools. On November 19, 1940, she married Fred Renon in Chilton. He preceded her in death on August 21, 1978. Irene lived in the...
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Dennis A. Phillip

April 1, 1952 - April 29, 2012

Dennis A. Phillip, age 60, of 1385 Irving Circle, Manitowoc, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, April 29, 2012, at TLC Homes in Two Rivers. Dennis was born on April 1, 1952, in Manitowoc, son of the late Joseph and LaVerne (Watzka) Phillip. He graduated from Reedsville High School in 1971. Dennis worked at Fisher-Hamilton in Two Rivers for 35 years until his retirement. He married the...
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David A. Sladkey

November 16, 1940 - April 23, 2012

David A. Sladkey age 71, of 2433 Dewey St. Manitowoc, died Monday, April 23, 2012 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. David was born November 16, 1940 in the Town of Gibson, Manitowoc County, son of the late William and Norma Soukup Sladkey. He attended Mishicot High School. On February 25, 1961 David was married to JoAnn E. Stanul at Manitowoc. In the past David had worked for...
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Thomas H. Voland

August 3, 1937 - April 17, 2012

Thomas H. Voland Thomas H. Voland, age 74, of 348 W. Wilson Street, Valders, died Tuesday, April 17, 2012, surrounded by his family at Theda Clark Medical Center in Neenah. Tom was born on August 3, 1937, in Sheboygan, son of the late Harold and Leone (Dedering) Voland. He graduated from Kiel High School with the class of 1955. He married the former Beverly M. Robinson on February 15,...
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Leona "Gladdie" Fischer

February 27, 1918 - April 16, 2012

Leona "Gladdie" Fischer Gladdie Fischer was called to her eternal home in Heaven on Monday, April 16, 2012, at the age of 94 at the Harbor House Assisted Living in Manitowoc. Gladdie was born on February 27, 1918, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Paul and Louise (nee Scholbe) Herrmann. She was reborn through holy baptism at Christ Evangelical Lutheran Church in Milwaukee, where she was...
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Ethel E. Titera

December 3, 1922 - April 16, 2012

Ethel E. Titera Ethel E. Titera, age 89, of 1702 Cherry Road, Manitowoc, went to her heavenly home on Monday afternoon, April 16, 2012, at Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Ethel was born on December 3, 1922, in Engadine, MI, daughter of the late Alex and Augusta (Hildebrandt) Fandrick. She attended local schools and graduated from high school in Michigan. On September 6, 1942,...
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Cody W. Pike

December 28, 1991 - April 12, 2012

Cody W. Pike age 20, of 1202 N. Rapids Rd. Manitowoc, died unexpectedly on Thursday, April 12, 2012. Cody was born on December 28, 1991 in Fond du Lac, son of Forrest Pike and Ann Harding. He was a graduate of Norris High School in Mukwonago. Cody was currently a student at the University of WI, Manitowoc campus. He worked part time at McDonald's restaurant in Manitowoc. Cody was musically...
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Alma E. Larson

April 25, 1919 - April 4, 2012

Alma Edna Larson, 92, passed away peacefully April 4, 2012. Alma was born April 25, 1919 in Denmark Wisconsin, the only child of Mary Valenta Kliment and Anton Kliment. Alma's parents were Wisconsin cheesemakers, and much of her childhood was spent living and playing at variouscheese factories. She was educated at country schools in the Manitowoc-Kewaunee county area. She graduated from...
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Dorothy F. Konkle

November 30, 1929 - April 4, 2012

Dorothy F. Konkle, age 82, of 2226 Granger Road, Manitowoc, died Wednesday, April 4, 2012, at Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Dorothy was born on November 30, 1929, in New Holstein, daughter of the late Andrew and Christina (Riedel) Piefer. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated with the class of 1947 from Lincoln High School. On October 9, 1948, Dorothy married Raymond J...
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Garry N. Haelfrisch

December 31, 1942 - March 31, 2012

Garry N. Haelfrisch, age 69, of 405 Birchwood Dr. Francis Creek, died Saturday, March 31, 2012 at St. Vincent Hospital, Green Bay. Garry was born December 31, 1942 in the Town of Rockland, son of Eleanor Kipping Haelfrisch, and the late Norman Haelfrisch. Garry attended school in the Mishicot area and graduated with the class of 1960 from Mishicot High School. He served in the United States...
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Dorothy M. Modra

October 15, 1919 - March 28, 2012

Dorothy M. Modra, age 92, of Manitowoc, died Wednesday morning, March 28, 2012, at Shady Lane Nursing Care Center. Dorothy was born on October 15, 1919, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late Vincent and Josephine (Wotta) Krimkowski. She lived in Milwaukee for 20 years. On June 7, 1944, Dorothy married Raymond Modra at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on December...
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Milton "Mickey" Karbon

January 4, 1924 - March 23, 2012

Milton "Mickey" Karbon age 88, of 5405 Homestead Rd. Manitowoc, died Friday, March 23, 2012 at his residence. Mickey was born on January 4, 1924 in the Town of Manitowoc Rapids, son of the late George and Mattie (Knuell) Karbon. He farmed most of his life and drove gasoline truck for Texaco for 12 years. Mickey also worked part time for Lakeside Packing Co. and hauled milk to Midwest and the...
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Michael and Joann Phillips

March 22, 2012

Michael and Joann Phillips, ages 69 and 62 respectively, died on Thursday, March 22, 2012, in Nebraska as a result of a traffic accident. Michael was born on June 12, 1942, in Flint, MI, son of the late Robert and Margaret (Tevin) Phillips. He attended the Alpena High School. He was a U.S. Naval veteran serving from November 4, 1959 to July 26, 1963. He served on the U.S.S. Montrose APA-212...
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Chelsie M. Harding

October 5, 1995 - March 21, 2012

Chelsie M. Harding, age 16, of 2125 South 9th Street, Manitowoc, died unexpectedly as a result of an automobile accident on Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at Children's Hospital of Wisconsin in Wauwautosa. Chelsie was born on October 5, 1995, in Rice Lake, daughter of Richard and Donna (Vertz) Harding. The family moved to Manitowoc in 1999. Chelsie currently was a sophomore at Manitowoc Lincoln...
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Edith U. Price

November 30, 1924 - March 21, 2012

Edith U. Price Edith U. Price, age 87, of 2927 – 38th Street, Two Rivers, died Wednesday, March 21, 2012, at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc. Edith was born on November 30, 1924, in Milwaukee, daughter of the late William and Charlotte (Puchalski) Wopp. She grew up in Milwaukee and attended schools there. In 1941, the family moved to Manitowoc. She married Robert Price on August...
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Donna L. Carty

December 24, 1934 - March 13, 2012

Donna L. Carty Donna L. Carty, age 77, of 1731 Cedar Court, Manitowoc, passed away on Tuesday, March 13, 2012, at home. Donna was born on December 24, 1934, in Cheboygan, MI, daughter of the late Ernest and Rose (Godin) Socha. She attended school in Cheboygan, MI and graduated from high school in 1952. Donna married John A. Carty in Wilmington, IL. He preceded her in death on November 13...
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Thomas A. Baumann

February 17, 1955 - March 12, 2012

Thomas A. Baumann Thomas A. Baumann, age 57, of 314 Riverview Drive, Manitowoc, passed away peacefully on Monday evening, March 12, 2012, at the Manitowoc Health and Rehabilitation Center after a short battle with cancer. Thomas was born on February 17, 1955, in Manitowoc, son of the late Anton and Irene (Zwicke) Baumann. He graduated from Lincoln High School with the class of 1974 and...
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Phyllis Louise Clemenson

October 19, 1917 - March 11, 2012

Phyllis Louise Clemenson was born in Toronto, Canada on October 19, 1917, daughter of the late Edward G. Clemenson and Harriet Harvey Clemenson. She attended Colonial Grade School and Pelham Memorial High School in Pelham, NY, graduating in 1935. She enrolled at the National School of Education in Evanston, IL, graduating in 1939 with a Bachelor of Education degree in Elementary Education. In...
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Rev. William E. Fischer

August 6, 1925 - March 8, 2012

Rev. William E. Fischer Rev. William E. Fischer, age 86, of 960 South Rapids Road, went to be with his Heavenly Father on Thursday morning, March 8, 2012 at River's Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center. William was born on August 6, 1925, in Savanna, IL, son of the late Gervasius and Lucille (Frazier) Fischer. He was a 1943 graduate of Northwestern Preparatory School in Watertown, 1947...
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Lucille A. Stecker

September 3, 1921 - March 6, 2012

Lucille A. Stecker Lucille A. Stecker, age 90, formerly of 4250 Rock Court and current a resident of River Wood Estates died early Tuesday morning, March 6, 2012 in Manitowoc. Lucille was born on September 3, 1921, in Mantowoc County, daughter of the late Emil and Anna (Lutzke) Sonnenburg. She grew up in Cato and was a graduate of Reedsville High School. On September 23, 1944, Lucille...
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Loretta M. Kolodzinski

November 13, 1921 - March 5, 2012

Loretta M. Kolodzinski Loretta M. Kolodzinski, 90, of 960 South Rapids Road, Manitowoc, died Monday, March 5, 2012, at Rivers Bend Health and Rehabilitation Center. Loretta was born on November 13, 1921, in Chicago, Il, daughter of the late Stanley and Mary (Inda) Szostek. On June 28, 1947, she married Edward J. Kolodzinski in Chicago, IL. He preceded her in death in July of 1996. She...
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James L. Vreeke

June 12, 1934 - March 5, 2012

James L. Vreeke, age 77, of 2034 Stone Road, Manitowoc, died Monday afternoon, March 5, 2012, at his residence after a courageous battle with heart disease. Jim was born on June 12, 1934, in Manitowoc, son of the late William and Sadie (Horstman) Vreeke. He was a 1952 graduate of Lincoln High School. Jim served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps serving during the Korean conflict from 1953...
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Evelyn M. Schwantes

February 27, 1919 - March 1, 2012

Evelyn M. Schwantes Evelyn M. Schwantes age 93, of 502 Reed Ave. Manitowoc, died Thursday night, March 1, 2012 at the Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Evelyn was born on February 27, 1919 in Mishicot, daughter of the late Wencil and Mary (Aulik) Shebesta. She attended local schools. On November 22, 1941, Evelyn was married to Norman K. Schwantes at St. Mary's Parsonage in Manitowoc....
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Jerome A. Feil

July 22, 1943 - March 1, 2012

Jerome A. Feil Jerome A. Feil age 68, of 4307 Cty Trk B. Manitowoc, died Thursday morning, March 1, 2012 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center in Manitowoc. Jerry was born July 22, 1943 in Manitowoc, son of the late Frank and Linda Jaeger Feil. He grew up in Maribel and was a 1961 graduate of Manitowoc Lutheran High School. On June 9, 1972 Jerry was married to the former Lynda L. Pyles...
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Shirley A. Simmer

May 10, 1931 - February 27, 2012

Shirley A Simmer, age 80, of 426 North 10th Street, Manitowoc, died February 27, 2012 at Singing River Hospital in Pascagoula, MS while staying in Ocean Springs, MS for the winter. She was born on May 10, 1931 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Jacob W. and Mary (Horner) Foerg. Shirley graduated from Manitowoc Lincoln High School in 1949. In September of 1954 she married Thomas E. Greenwold who...
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Leonard Schleis

November 7, 1924 - February 22, 2012

Leonard Schleis, age 87, a lifelong resident of Menchalville passed away, surrounded by his family on February 22, 2012, at the Sebesta homestead established in 1873, where he was born and raised November 7. 1924. He was the only child of the late Antone and Anna (Sebesta) Schleis. He attended Menchalville School and Manitowoc Vocational learning welding and tool and die. At the age of 23,...
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Everett Tayloe

November 27, 1935 - February 20, 2012

Everett Tayloe Everett Tayloe, age 76, of 1125 South 12th Street, Manitowoc, died Monday, February 20, 2012 at Aurora Medical Center of Manitowoc County. Everett was born on November 27, 1935, in Missouri, son of the late Clifford and Viola (White) Tayloe. He married Kathleen Olson on December 5, 1965, in Milwaukee. She preceded him in death on November 17, 1993. Survivors include two...
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