Rita M. Greenheck

F, b. circa 1921
Father*William Greenheck b. 31 Mar 1886, d. Feb 1966
Mother*Catherine Zanzinger b. 4 Aug 1892, d. Jun 1983
Life EventDateDescription
Birthcirca 1921Rita M. Greenheck was born circa 1921 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of William Greenheck and Catherine Zanzinger.
Census DateLocationDescription
3 May 1930Lone Rock, Richland, WisconsinRita M. Greenheck was listed as a daughter in William Greenheck's household on the 1930 Census at Lone Rock, Richland, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED52-10. Dwelling 104.

Marie Schumacher

F, b. 2 February 1869, d. 21 May 1941
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationMarie Schumacher was also known as Mary.
Married Namecirca 1897As of circa 1897,her married name was Meyer.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 February 1869Marie Schumacher was born on 2 February 1869 at Germany.
Marriagecirca 1897She married George Meyer circa 1897 at Germany.
Death21 May 1941Marie Schumacher died on 21 May 1941 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 72 Marie Schumacher Meyer obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal May 25, 1941 - Marie Schumacher Meyer obituary
Burialafter 21 May 1941She was buried after 21 May 1941 at Saint Johns Cemetery, Rock Springs, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1905Ableman, Sauk, WisconsinMarie Schumacher is listed as wife on the census of 1 June 1905 in the household of George Meyer at Ableman, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
15 April 1910Ableman, Sauk, WisconsinMarie Schumacher was listed as wife in George Meyer's household on the 1910 Census at Ableman, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
3 January 1920Excelsior, Sauk, WisconsinMarie Schumacher was listed as wife in George Meyer's household on the 1920 Census at Excelsior, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
15 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinMarie Schumacher was listed as mother-in-law in Arnold William Frederick Friede's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living at 420 North Cork.4
2 May 1940Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinMarie Schumacher was listed as mother-in-law in Arnold William Frederick Friede's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; Living at 215 N. Dewey Ave. Living next door to W. H. Friede.5
  • Marie Schumacher and George Meyer immigrated in 1901.
  • Marie Schumacher had 4 with 2 living in 1910 children.

Children of Marie Schumacher and George Meyer

Citations

  1. [S364] Wisconsin State Census Wisconsin State Censuses, 1895 and 1905, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 73.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED113. Dwelling 19.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED152. Dwelling 38.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-30. Ward 2. Dwelling 260.
  5. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-32a. Dwelling 364. Sheet 15b.

George Meyer

M, b. 22 September 1871, d. 25 November 1928
Life EventDateDescription
Birth22 September 1871George Meyer was born on 22 September 1871 at Germany.
Marriagecirca 1897He married Marie Schumacher circa 1897 at Germany.
Death25 November 1928George Meyer died on 25 November 1928 at Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 57.
Burialafter 25 November 1928He was buried after 25 November 1928 at Saint Johns Cemetery, Rock Springs, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1905Ableman, Sauk, WisconsinGeorge Meyer appeared on the census of 1 June 1905 at Ableman, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
15 April 1910Ableman, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Ableman, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
3 January 1920Excelsior, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Excelsior, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of George Meyer and Marie Schumacher

Citations

  1. [S364] Wisconsin State Census Wisconsin State Censuses, 1895 and 1905, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 73.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED113. Dwelling 19.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED152. Dwelling 38.

Lydia D. Steinweg

F, b. 20 June 1920, d. 13 June 1995
Father*Albert Adolph Steinweg b. 6 Nov 1877, d. 2 Sep 1960
Mother*Lydia Magdalene Meyer b. 28 Jan 1890, d. 19 Aug 1966
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name28 September 1941As of 28 September 1941,her married name was Bernhard.
Married Nameafter 1975As of after 1975,her married name was Capener.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth20 June 1920Lydia D. Steinweg was born on 20 June 1920 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Albert Adolph Steinweg and Lydia Magdalene Meyer.
Marriage28 September 1941Lydia D. Steinweg married Jerome Bernhard on 28 September 1941 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Marriageafter 1975Lydia D. Steinweg married Wilber Capener after 1975.
Death13 June 1995Lydia D. Steinweg died on 13 June 1995 at Minot, North Dakota, at age 74.
Census DateLocationDescription
15 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinLydia D. Steinweg was listed as a daughter in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; living at 341 Eight Street.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-30. Ward 2. Dwelling 272.

Conrad A. Steinweg

M, b. 15 April 1922, d. 9 March 2015
Father*Albert Adolph Steinweg b. 6 Nov 1877, d. 2 Sep 1960
Mother*Lydia Magdalene Meyer b. 28 Jan 1890, d. 19 Aug 1966
Conrad A Steinweg
Conrad Steinweg 1939 senior portrait Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI
Name TypeDateDescription
NicknameConrad A. Steinweg also went by the name of Connie.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 April 1922Conrad A. Steinweg was born on 15 April 1922 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Albert Adolph Steinweg and Lydia Magdalene Meyer.
Marriage29 May 1954Conrad A. Steinweg married Joan Marceda Brimmer on 29 May 1954.
Death9 March 2015Conrad A. Steinweg died on 9 March 2015 at Baraboo, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 92 Conrad A. Steinweg, 92, of Reedsburg, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 9, 2015 at St. Clare Hospice House in Baraboo.
He was born April 15, 1922, the son of Albert A. and Lydia M. (Meyer) Steinweg. Conrad was born and raised in Reedsburg and raised his family there. He was a decorated World War II veteran who proudly served his country in the United States Army from November 1942 through February 1946. He was a recipient of the Purple Heart.
On May 29, 1954, Conrad was united in marriage to Joan M. Brimmer at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Reedsburg. This marriage was blessed with two children. Conrad was employed as a purchasing agent at Hankscraft, Reedsburg, for many years. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, a member of the Reedsburg American Legion Post No. 350, VFW Post No. 1916 and the Reedsburg Historical Society. He enjoyed sharing his military experiences with schoolchildren and participating in veterans’ services and programs in our local community and beyond. He made it his mission to ensure every veteran had a flag on his/her grave each year on Memorial Day. Conrad also enjoyed repurposing found items and was a reliable handyman for seniors who needed assistance.
Conrad was preceded in death by his wife; parents; great-granddaughter, Aurora Steinweg; brothers and sisters, Alma (Louie) Rolfsmeyer, Bruno (Virginia) Steinweg, Ruth (Walter, Lorenz) Krueger/Droes, Henry Steinweg, Ernst Steinweg, Albert Steinweg, Lydia (Jerry, Wilber) Bernhard/Capener; brother-in-law, Ray Peper.
Conrad is survived by his son, Thomas (Robin) Steinweg; daughter, Jane Steinweg; grandsons, Christopher Henderson, David Steinweg, Aaron Henderson, Brian (Veronica) Steinweg; sisters and brother, Dorothea Peper, Carl Steinweg, Louise Lange; sister-in-law, Margie Steinweg; many nieces; nephews; along with other relatives; and friends.
Funeral services will be conducted at 2 p.m. Sunday, March 15, 2015, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Reedsburg, with Pastor Paul Crolius officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter’s Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4-8 p.m. Saturday at Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg, and from 1 p.m. until the time of service Sunday at the church.
Burial15 March 2015He was buried on 15 March 2015 at St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
Census DateLocationDescription
15 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinConrad A. Steinweg was listed as a son in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; living at 341 Eight Street.2
26 April 1940Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinConrad A. Steinweg was listed as a son in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.3
  • Conrad A. Steinweg graduated in 1939 at Reedsburg High School, Reedburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
  • On 26 October 1942 at U.S. World War II Army Enlistment, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Name: Conrad A Steinweg Birth Year: 1922 Race: White, citizen (White) Nativity State or Country: Wisconsin State: Wisconsin County or City: Dane Enlistment Date: 26 Oct 1942 Enlistment State: Wisconsin Enlistment City: Milwaukee Branch: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Branch Code: Branch Immaterial - Warrant Officers, USA Grade: Private Grade Code: Private Term of Enlistment: Enlistment for the duration of the War or other emergency, plus six months, subject to the discretion of the President or otherwise according to law Component: Selectees (Enlisted Men) Source: Civil Life Education: 4 years of high school Marital Status: Single, without dependents Height: 71 Weight: 157.
  • He lived in 2000 at 715 North Locust Street, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S214] Wisconsin Sauk Co Cemetery Records Vol 9, Pg 158.
  2. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-30. Ward 2. Dwelling 272.
  3. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-32b. Dwelling 192. Sheet 9a.

Dorothea B. Steinweg

F, b. 25 December 1925, d. 28 August 2021
Father*Albert Adolph Steinweg b. 6 Nov 1877, d. 2 Sep 1960
Mother*Lydia Magdalene Meyer b. 28 Jan 1890, d. 19 Aug 1966
Dorothea (Steinweg) Peper
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationDorothea B. Steinweg was also known as Dorthea.
Name VariationDorothea B. Steinweg was also known as Dorathea B.
Married Name27 May 1945As of 27 May 1945,her married name was Peper.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth25 December 1925Dorothea B. Steinweg was born on 25 December 1925 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Albert Adolph Steinweg and Lydia Magdalene Meyer.
Marriage27 May 1945Dorothea B. Steinweg married Raymond August Peper, son of August Georg Friedrich Peper and Anna Marie Hasz, on 27 May 1945.
Death28 August 2021Dorothea B. Steinweg died on 28 August 2021 at age 95 Dorothea Peper passed away on Saturday, August 28, 2021 at Agrace Hospice, Fitchburg after a short illness.

Dorothea was born December 25, 1925 in Reedsburg, Wisconsin to Albert and Lydia Steinweg. She was baptized at home on December 26, 1925 by Rev. Hardt. She attended St. Peter’s Lutheran School and Reedsburg High School.

Dorothea married Raymond Peper on May 27, 1945, the son of August and Anna Peper by Rev. John Mager. God blessed them with two daughters, Dolores and Sharon.

Sixteen years were spent operating the Ela Home Farm in Rochester. Dorothea started a career in the women’s wear department at the Big Store, Reedsburg. After moving to Rochester she continued her career as a buyer for Elsie’s Inc. in Burlington for over 30 years.

Ray and Dorothea were members of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, Waterford. Dorothea served as a member of Ladies Aid, LWML, and Friendship Group. She taught Sunday school and served on the Board of Education. She loved to spend time with her grandchildren and sew quilts for missions and “Quilts for Kids”. For the past several years, Pastor Tim Anderson was Dorothea’s spiritual leader.

Survivors include her daughter Sharon (Dennis) Kolodziej; grandchildren Renee (Ray) Young, Amy (Chris) West, April (Kevin) Conkey, Ross (Miriam) Kolodziej, Ryan (DeAnn) Kolodziej, Robb (Britta) Kolodziej; great-grandchildren AJ (Erinn) Hayden, Austin (Emily Dunk) Hayden, Brittany West, Alex (Melina) West, Elizabeth, Taylor, Asher, Abram, Alek and Aldo Kolodziej; great-great-grandchildren Brody, Blake, and Hallie Hayden and Mae West.

Dorothea was preceded in death by her husband Ray; daughter Dolores; her parents; and siblings Bruno, Henry, Ernst, Albert, Connie; and sisters Alma, Ruth and Lydia.

Visitation will be held from 2:00-4:00 P.M. on Sunday, September 5, 2021 at the Farber Funeral Home in Reedsburg. A celebration of life service will be held at 4:00 P.M. with Pastor Kevin Conkey officiating.

Private family graveside service will be held on Monday at St. Peter’s Cemetery, Waterford, WI.
Census DateLocationDescription
15 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinDorothea B. Steinweg was listed as a daughter in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; living at 341 Eight Street.1
26 April 1940Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinDorothea B. Steinweg was listed as a daughter in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.2

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-30. Ward 2. Dwelling 272.
  2. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-32b. Dwelling 192. Sheet 9a.

Louise Gertrude Steinweg

F, b. 12 October 1929, d. 8 September 2021
Father*Albert Adolph Steinweg b. 6 Nov 1877, d. 2 Sep 1960
Mother*Lydia Magdalene Meyer b. 28 Jan 1890, d. 19 Aug 1966
Louise Gertrude (Steinweg) Lange
Louise Steinweg - Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, WI 1947
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lange.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageLouise Gertrude Steinweg married Fred Lange Jr.
Birth12 October 1929Louise Gertrude Steinweg was born on 12 October 1929 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Albert Adolph Steinweg and Lydia Magdalene Meyer.
DivorceLouise Gertrude Steinweg and Fred Lange Jr. were divorced.
Death8 September 2021Louise Gertrude Steinweg died on 8 September 2021 at age 91 Louise Gertrude Steinweg Lange, age 91, a lifelong resident of Reedsburg, passed away peacefully at Agrace HospiceCare in Fitchburg on Wednesday, September 8, 2021. She was born on October 12, 1929 to Albert and Lydia (Meyer) Steinweg.

Survivors include her beloved daughter: Susan Marks, of Madison; grandchildren: Gregory (Sara), of North Charleston, SC and Kirsten Halaska (Rachel), of Madison; her brother: Carl Steinweg, of Reedsburg; many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by an infant daughter: Donna Jean; her parents; brothers and sisters: Alma, Bruno, Ruth, Henry, Ernst, Albert, Lydia, Conrad and Dorothea; former husband and father of her children: Fred Lange and her fiancé: Ernest Southern.

During her lifetime Louise was active in teaching the Nursery class in Sunday School for over twenty-five years, member of the Walther League, Choir, Lutheran Women’s Missionary League of St. Peter’s and Quilter’s.

She was employed by the Reedsburg Reminder, first parish secretary of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church and assistant to management in businesses in Reedsburg and Baraboo. She began her own quilting business: “Quiltings, etc.” in 1995.

After retirement Louise sewed and donated hundreds of quilt tops, crib quilts. laprobes, and silent auction items for the needy. She wishes to thank all who made this possible with their donations and support.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, September 14, 2021 at Hoof Funeral Home, 312 N. Park Street, Reedsburg from 1-2 pm with the service following. Rev. Pat Siegler officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter’s Cemetery.
Census DateLocationDescription
15 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinLouise Gertrude Steinweg was listed as a daughter in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin; living at 341 Eight Street.1
26 April 1940Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinLouise Gertrude Steinweg was listed as a daughter in Albert Adolph Steinweg's household on the 1940 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
  • Louise Gertrude Steinweg graduated in 1947 at Reedsburg High School, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-30. Ward 2. Dwelling 272.
  2. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-32b. Dwelling 192. Sheet 9a.

Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr.

M, b. 2 January 1860, d. 16 March 1936
Father*Johann Gottfried Ziech b. 22 Oct 1829, d. 1 Jun 1890
Mother*Friedericka (?) b. 16 Apr 1818, d. 7 Dec 1899
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationFredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. was also known as Friederick.
Name VariationFredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. was also known as Fredrick Ziech Sr.
Name VariationFredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. was also known as Fred.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 January 1860Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. was born on 2 January 1860 at Germany.
He was the son of Johann Gottfried Ziech and Friedericka (?).
Marriagecirca 1885Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. married Karoline Mittlesteadt, daughter of Ferdinand John Heinrich Mittlesteadt and Wilhelmine Ziech, circa 1885.
Marriagebefore 1920Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. married Mina Saco, daughter of Mary (?), before 1920.
Death16 March 1936Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. died on 16 March 1936 at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, at age 76 Fred Zeich (Ziech) obituary.
Madison Wisconsin State Journal March 17, 1936 - Fred Zeich (Ziech) obituary
Burialafter 16 March 1936He was buried after 16 March 1936 at Saint Peters Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1900Winfield, Sauk, WisconsinFredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. was listed as the head of a family on the 1900 Census at Winfield, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
9 May 1910Winfield, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Winfield, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
6 January 1920Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin, living next door to his son, Fredrick Ziech.3
4 April 1930Reedsburg Town, Sauk, WisconsinHe was listed as father-in-law in Henry William Schrank's household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg Town, Sauk, Wisconsin.4
  • Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. immigrated in 1885.

Children of Fredrich Wilhelm Ziech Sr. and Karoline Mittlesteadt

Citations

  1. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED130. Dwelling 205.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED111. Dwelling 81.
  3. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED174. Dwelling 68.
  4. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-31. Dwelling 20.

Agnes M. Harms

F, b. 1902, d. 3 March 1997
Father*August Harms b. May 1869, d. 27 Oct 1939
Mother*Regina C. Schacke b. 12 Jul 1874, d. 26 Oct 1953
Mrs Walter H Klitzke (Agnes Harms) 18 Oct 1922-Colorized
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name18 October 1922As of 18 October 1922,her married name was Klitzke.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1902Agnes M. Harms was born in 1902 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of August Harms and Regina C. Schacke.
Marriage18 October 1922Agnes M. Harms married Walter H. Klitzke Sr., son of William F. H. Klitzke and Emma Bertha Dwars, on 18 October 1922 Agnes Harms and Walter H Klitzke wedding portrait.
Wedding portrait of Agnes Harms and Walter H Klitzke 18 Oct 1922 - top row - Frieda Harms, Edna Schrank, William F Klitzke, George Klitzke-Colorized
Wedding portrait of Agnes Harms and Walter H Klitzke 18 Oct 1922 - top row - Frieda Harms, Edna Schrank, William F Klitzke, George Klitzke
Death3 March 1997Agnes M. Harms died on 3 March 1997.
Census DateLocationDescription
1 June 1905Westfield, Sauk, WisconsinAgnes M. Harms is listed as granddaugher on the census of 1 June 1905 in the household of John Harms at Westfield, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
6 May 1910Westfield, Sauk, WisconsinAgnes M. Harms was listed as a daughter in August Harms's household on the 1910 Census at Westfield, Sauk, Wisconsin.2
8 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinAgnes M. Harms was listed as wife in Walter H. Klitzke Sr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.3

Children of Agnes M. Harms and Walter H. Klitzke Sr.

Citations

  1. [S364] Wisconsin State Census Wisconsin State Censuses, 1895 and 1905, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 48.
  2. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED130. Dwelling 241.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-31. Dwelling 56.

Elva Klitzke

F, b. 4 March 1923, d. 23 February 2014
Father*Walter H. Klitzke Sr. b. 18 Oct 1900, d. 18 Oct 1982
Mother*Agnes M. Harms b. 1902, d. 3 Mar 1997
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Ninnemann.
Married Name27 October 1979As of 27 October 1979,her married name was Acton.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageElva Klitzke married Kenneth Ninnemann.
Birth4 March 1923Elva Klitzke was born on 4 March 1923 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Walter H. Klitzke Sr. and Agnes M. Harms.
Marriage27 October 1979Elva Klitzke married Robert H. Acton, son of Howard Acton and Clara Hoyer, on 27 October 1979.
Death23 February 2014Elva Klitzke died on 23 February 2014 at age 90 Elva K. Acton, age 90, of Loganville, died on Sunday, February 23, 2014 at Our House Assisted Living in Reedsburg. She was born on March 4, 1923 in the Township of Reedsburg, Sauk County, the daughter of Walter and Agnes (Harms) Klitzke Sr. Elva was employed for many years at the Sauk County Health Care Center. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, crocheting, reading and playing cards. Elva also has a musical talent playing a mouth organ which was given to be by her father when she was only six years old. When she was about ten years old, she and Oscar Baumgarten entered a WLS radio talent show and they came in second place. Even at her 90th birthday, she entertained with a rendition of Red Wing. Elva was a member of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Loganville where she was active in the women's organization, bible studies, tying quilts and the Prayer Shawl Ministry. Survivors include her four daughters: Carolyn (Dale) Meyer, of Loganville; Janet (Gary) Dorow, of Baraboo; Gloria (Michael) Hirsch, of Stoughton and Donna (David) Petrusaitis, of Midland Texas; her son: Jerome (Sue) Ninnemann, of Baraboo; eight grandchildren; sixteen great grandchildren; two brothers: Marvin (Bertha) Klitzke, of Stoughton and Walter (Lorna) Klitzke Jr., of Rock Springs; her sister-in-law: Beverly (Don) Meyer, of Loganville; along with many cousins, nieces and nephews; She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Acton, on September 13, 2013; the father of her children: Kenneth Ninnemann; her parents; two brothers: Edwin and Allen Klitzke and her sister-in-law: Luella Klitzke. Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Loganville with Pastor Jeff Tomberlin officiating. Interment will be in St. Peter's Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 4:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. on Friday at the Hoof Funeral Home in Reedsburg. The Hoof Funeral Home is serving the family.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinElva Klitzke was listed as a daughter in Walter H. Klitzke Sr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-31. Dwelling 56.

Edwin A. Klitzke

M, b. 28 July 1926, d. 19 February 2000
Father*Walter H. Klitzke Sr. b. 18 Oct 1900, d. 18 Oct 1982
Mother*Agnes M. Harms b. 1902, d. 3 Mar 1997
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 July 1926Edwin A. Klitzke was born on 28 July 1926 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of Walter H. Klitzke Sr. and Agnes M. Harms.
Marriage12 February 1953Edwin A. Klitzke married Luella C. Sass, daughter of Fred W. Sass and Ruth Ann Tourdot, on 12 February 1953.
Death19 February 2000Edwin A. Klitzke died on 19 February 2000 at age 73 Edwin A. Klitzke, age 73, of Rock Springs, died on Saturday, February 19, 2000 at the Reedsburg Area Medical Center following a courageous battle with cancer. He was born on July 28, 1926 in Reedsburg Township, the son of Walter H. and Agnes (Harms) Klitzke. On February 12, 1953, Edwin was united in marriage to Luella Sass. This marriage was blessed with three children. He was a lifelong member of St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg. Edwin enjoyed gardening and fishing. He was also an avid race car fan. He was preceded in death by his parents and brother, Allen Klitzke. He is survived by his wife, Luella of Rock Springs. Children: Lou Ann (James) Byrnes of Wonewoc, Diane (Terry) Geyman of Rock Springs and Dennis (Julie) Klitzke of Rock Springs; granddaughters: Sue (Kevin) Reich, Tracey (Chad) Davis, Lisa (Dan) Harrison, Jamie Geyman, Mandy Geyman and Hannah Klitzke; great granddaughters, Alexis Davis and Charity Reich; sister, Elva (Bob) Acton of Loganville; brothers, Marvin (Bert) Klitzke of Stoughton, Walter (Lorna) Klitzke of Rock Springs; sister-in-law, Bev (Don) Meyer of Loganville, many nieces and nephews along with other relatives and friends. Funeral services for Edwin A. Klitzke will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, February 24, 2000, at St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Reedsburg with Reverend Kevin J. Kohnke officiating. Burial will follow in St. Peter's Lutheran Cemetery. Friends called on Wednesday from 5-8 p.m. at the Farber Funeral Home, Reedsburg and on Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the church. Memorials of remembrance may be made to St. Peter's Evangelical Lutheran Church Radio Fund. The Farber Funeral Home is assisting the family with the arrangements. Taken from the Reedsburg Independent.
Census DateLocationDescription
8 April 1930Reedsburg, Sauk, WisconsinEdwin A. Klitzke was listed as a son in Walter H. Klitzke Sr.'s household on the 1930 Census at Reedsburg, Sauk, Wisconsin.1
  • Edwin A. Klitzke obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Rock Springs, Sauk, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED56-31. Dwelling 56.

baby boy Maring

M, b. 8 July 1889, d. before 1900
Father*Michael Maring b. 6 May 1853, d. 8 Nov 1919
Mother*Elizabeth Lebben b. 16 Jul 1859, d. 15 Jun 1926
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 July 1889Baby boy Maring was born on 8 July 1889 at Smelser, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of Michael Maring and Elizabeth Lebben.
Deathbefore 1900Baby boy Maring died before 1900.

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, Vol 2- Registry # 0950.

baby girl VanNatta

F, b. 8 May 1887, d. before 1900
Father*Harvey Love VanNatta b. 8 Nov 1854, d. 8 Dec 1932
Mother*Julia Curnow b. Mar 1853, d. Jan 1918
Life EventDateDescription
Birth8 May 1887Baby girl VanNatta was born on 8 May 1887 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
She was the daughter of Harvey Love VanNatta and Julia Curnow.
Deathbefore 1900Baby girl VanNatta died before 1900.

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-0041.

Jessie Allen VanNatta

M, b. 17 November 1883, d. after 1918
Father*Harvey Love VanNatta b. 8 Nov 1854, d. 8 Dec 1932
Mother*Julia Curnow b. Mar 1853, d. Jan 1918
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationJessie Allen VanNatta was also known as Jesse.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 November 1883Jessie Allen VanNatta was born on 17 November 1883 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of Harvey Love VanNatta and Julia Curnow.
Deathafter 1918Jessie Allen VanNatta died after 1918.
Census DateLocationDescription
13 June 1900Platteville, Grant, WisconsinJessie Allen VanNatta was listed as a son in Harvey Love VanNatta's household on the 1900 Census at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.2

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V1-1573.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED49. Dwelling 247.

baby girl VanNatta

F, b. 2 June 1890, d. before 1900
Father*Harvey Love VanNatta b. 8 Nov 1854, d. 8 Dec 1932
Mother*Julia Curnow b. Mar 1853, d. Jan 1918
Life EventDateDescription
Birth2 June 1890Baby girl VanNatta was born on 2 June 1890 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
She was the daughter of Harvey Love VanNatta and Julia Curnow.
Deathbefore 1900Baby girl VanNatta died before 1900.

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-1322.

Elona Clida VanNatta1

F, b. 5 December 1880
Father*Moses M. VanNatta1 b. 4 Aug 1835, d. 13 Feb 1920
Mother*Christina Cleo Nye1 b. Dec 1845, d. 29 Dec 1917
Life EventDateDescription
Birth5 December 1880Elona Clida VanNatta was born on 5 December 1880 at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.1
She was the daughter of Moses M. VanNatta and Christina Cleo Nye.1
Census DateLocationDescription
20 June 1900Harrison, Grant, WisconsinElona Clida VanNatta was listed as a sister in Philip Henry VanNatta's household on the 1900 Census at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.2

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V3-2418.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 155.

Dora Long

F, b. May 1870, d. after 1940
Father*William Henry Long b. 12 Aug 1837, d. 25 Mar 1920
Mother*Mary McMann b. c 1852, d. 1873
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Namecirca 1890As of circa 1890,her married name was VanNatta.
Life EventDateDescription
BirthMay 1870Dora Long was born in May 1870 at Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of William Henry Long and Mary McMann.
Marriage1 January 1890Dora Long married Samuel Perry VanNatta, son of Samuel B. VanNatta and Mary Samantha Luce, on 1 January 1890 at Grant, Wisconsin.1
Deathafter 1940Dora Long died after 1940.
Census DateLocationDescription
1880Harrison, Grant, WisconsinDora Long was listed as a daughter in William Henry Long's household on the 1880 Census at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.2
20 June 1900Harrison, Grant, WisconsinDora Long was listed as wife in Samuel Perry VanNatta's household on the 1900 Census at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.3
2 May 1910Paris, Grant, WisconsinDora Long was listed as wife in Samuel Perry VanNatta's household on the 1910 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.4
8 April 1930Platteville, Grant, WisconsinDora Long was listed as wife in Samuel Perry VanNatta's household on the 1930 Census at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.5

Child of Dora Long and Samuel Perry VanNatta

Citations

  1. [S5] Wisconsin, Wisconsin Marriages, 1835-1900, listed under Vanatta, Samuel.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1427 Sheet 131C.
  3. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 160.
  4. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED39. Dwelling 62.
  5. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-46. Dwelling 76.
  6. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-1455.

Leila VanNatta1

F, b. 12 September 1890
Father*Samuel Perry VanNatta1 b. Feb 1863, d. a 1940
Mother*Dora Long1 b. May 1870, d. a 1940
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationLeila VanNatta was also known as Lela.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth12 September 1890Leila VanNatta was born on 12 September 1890 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
She was the daughter of Samuel Perry VanNatta and Dora Long.1
Census DateLocationDescription
20 June 1900Harrison, Grant, WisconsinLeila VanNatta was listed as a daughter in Samuel Perry VanNatta's household on the 1900 Census at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.2
2 May 1910Paris, Grant, WisconsinLeila VanNatta was listed as a daughter in Samuel Perry VanNatta's household on the 1910 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.3

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-1455.
  2. [S245] U.S. Federal Census 1900 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Dwelling 160.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED39. Dwelling 62.

Janette McKee Stanton

F, b. 1855
Father*Samuel Warner Stanton b. 20 Apr 1820, d. 18 Dec 1909
Mother*Catherine E. McKenzie d. 26 Sep 1892
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name4 July 1881As of 4 July 1881,her married name was VanNatta.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth1855Janette McKee Stanton was born in 1855.
She was the daughter of Samuel Warner Stanton and Catherine E. McKenzie.
Marriage4 July 1881Janette McKee Stanton married James Irvin VanNatta, son of Moses B. VanNatta and Samantha (?), on 4 July 1881 at Grant, Wisconsin.1
Census DateLocationDescription
1880Paris, Grant, WisconsinJanette McKee Stanton was listed as a boarder in Cyrus A. Hornbeck's household on the 1880 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin. Her occupation is teacher.2

Children of Janette McKee Stanton and James Irvin VanNatta

Citations

  1. [S5] Wisconsin, Wisconsin Marriages, 1835-1900.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-1427 Page Number 284B.
  3. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V1-1568.
  4. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V1-2443.
  5. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V3-2385.
  6. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-1450.

Moses Arthur VanNatta1

M, b. 17 November 1883, d. June 1965
Father*James Irvin VanNatta1 b. c 1853
Mother*Janette McKee Stanton1 b. 1855
Life EventDateDescription
Birth17 November 1883Moses Arthur VanNatta was born on 17 November 1883 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of James Irvin VanNatta and Janette McKee Stanton.1
Marriagecirca 1907Moses Arthur VanNatta married Amdia J. (?) circa 1907.
DeathJune 1965Moses Arthur VanNatta died in June 1965 at age 81.
Census DateLocationDescription
10 April 1930Marshfield, Wood, WisconsinMoses Arthur VanNatta was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Marshfield, Wood, Wisconsin, living at 501 South Drive.2
  • Moses Arthur VanNatta obtained US Social Security Card at Wisconsin; last residence Louisiana.

Children of Moses Arthur VanNatta and Amdia J. (?)

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V1-1568.
  2. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED71-19. Dwelling 178.

Victor Irvin VanNatta1

M, b. 28 October 1887
Father*James Irvin VanNatta1 b. c 1853
Mother*Janette McKee Stanton1 b. 1855
Life EventDateDescription
Birth28 October 1887Victor Irvin VanNatta was born on 28 October 1887 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of James Irvin VanNatta and Janette McKee Stanton.1
Marriagecirca 1910Victor Irvin VanNatta married Gena (?) circa 1910.
Census DateLocationDescription
15 April 1930Wisconsin Rapids, Wood, WisconsinVictor Irvin VanNatta was listed as a lodger with the William Warren family on the 1930 Census at Wisconsin Rapids, Wood, Wisconsin.2
30 April 1930Arpin, Wood, WisconsinHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Arpin, Wood, Wisconsin.3
  • In September 1896 mentioned in article about accidental shooting of Nellie Stanton by cousin Victor Vannatta.
    Iowa County Democrat (Mineral Point, Wisconsin) 10 Sep 1896 - Accidental shooting of Nellie Stanton by cousin Victor Vannatta

Children of Victor Irvin VanNatta and Gena (?)

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V3-2385.
  2. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED71-43. Dwelling 189.
  3. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED71-1. Dwelling 193.

(?) VanNatta1

M, b. 11 December 1885
Father*James Irvin VanNatta1 b. c 1853
Mother*Janette McKee Stanton1 b. 1855
Life EventDateDescription
Birth11 December 1885(?) VanNatta was born on 11 December 1885 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of James Irvin VanNatta and Janette McKee Stanton.1
  • In September 1896 mentioned in article about accidental shooting of Nellie Stanton by cousin Victor Vannatta.

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V1-2443.

(?) VanNatta1

M, b. 23 January 1890
Father*James Irvin VanNatta1 b. c 1853
Mother*Janette McKee Stanton1 b. 1855
Life EventDateDescription
Birth23 January 1890(?) VanNatta was born on 23 January 1890 at Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.1
He was the son of James Irvin VanNatta and Janette McKee Stanton.1

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-1450.

John David Millhouse

M, b. February 1864, d. 8 April 1938
Father*John Millhouse b. c 1813
Mother*unknown (?) d. b 1880
Life EventDateDescription
BirthFebruary 1864John David Millhouse was born in February 1864 at Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of John Millhouse and unknown (?).
Marriage22 September 1886John David Millhouse married Effa G. VanNatta, daughter of Samuel A. VanNatta and Mary Ann Long, on 22 September 1886 at Grant, Wisconsin.1
Death8 April 1938John David Millhouse died on 8 April 1938 at Keeler, Van Buren, Michigan, at age 74 John Millhouse, 74, well known fruit grower residing south of Keeler village, died Friday night, his death following a brief illness although he had been in failing health for some months. Funeral rites for him were held Monday afternoon in the Keeler M. E. church, the Rev. Yost, Keeler pastor, officiating, and burial was in Keeler cemetery. Mr. Millhouse was a former resident of St. Joseph, but had resided on his Keeler farm for a number of years. Surviving him are his wife, four sons, Ernest and Sherburn Millhouse of St. Joseph, Walter Millhouse of Cuba City, Wis., and Robert at home, and three daughters, Florence Millhouse of South Bend, Ind., Mrs. Walter Lark of Chicago and Mary at home.
Burialafter 8 April 1938He was buried after 8 April 1938 at Keeler Cemetery, Keeler, Van Buren, Michigan.
Census DateLocationDescription
1880Galena, Jo Daviess, IllinoisJohn David Millhouse was listed as a son in John Millhouse's household on the 1880 Census at Galena, Jo Daviess, Illinois.2
4 May 1910Platteville, Grant, WisconsinJohn David Millhouse was listed as the head of a family on the 1910 Census at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.3
1920Saint Joseph, Berrien, MichiganHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1920 Census at Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan.4
1930Keeler, Van Buren, MichiganHe was listed as the head of a family on the 1930 Census at Keeler, Van Buren, Michigan.5
  • John David Millhouse was a apprentice to sadler in 1880.

Children of John David Millhouse and Effa G. VanNatta

Citations

  1. [S5] Wisconsin, Wisconsin Marriages, 1835-1900, listed as Effie Vanetta.
  2. [S246] U.S. Federal Census 1880 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, NA Film Number T9-0216 Page Number 276B.
  3. [S244] U.S. Federal Census 1910 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED41. Dwelling 253.
  4. [S243] U.S. Federal Census 1920 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1920; Census Place: Saint Joseph, Berrien, Michigan; Roll: T625_758; Page: 8A; Enumeration District: 109; Image: 70.
  5. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, Year: 1930; Census Place: Keeler, Van Buren, Michigan; Roll: 1028; Page: 5B; Enumeration District: 20; Image: 999.0; FHL microfilm: 2340763.
  6. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-0229.

Martha Millhouse1

F, b. 27 October 1887
Father*John David Millhouse1 b. Feb 1864, d. 8 Apr 1938
Mother*Effa G. VanNatta1 b. Nov 1865, d. 1956
Name TypeDateDescription
Married NameHer married name was Lark.
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageMartha Millhouse married Walter Lark.
Birth27 October 1887Martha Millhouse was born on 27 October 1887 at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.1
She was the daughter of John David Millhouse and Effa G. VanNatta.1

Citations

  1. [S187] Grant WI Birth Records Birth Records, by Wisconsin, V2-0229.

Raymond Eugene Wilson Sr.

M, b. 24 April 1920, d. 18 February 1999
Father*George William Wilson b. 8 Nov 1874, d. 31 Jul 1948
Mother*Katie Bernice VanNatta b. 16 Jul 1893, d. 3 Nov 1985
Charts
Matthew McClain Descendants Chart
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageRaymond Eugene Wilson Sr. married Lucille Lawrence.
Birth24 April 1920Raymond Eugene Wilson Sr. was born on 24 April 1920 at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of George William Wilson and Katie Bernice VanNatta.
Death18 February 1999Raymond Eugene Wilson Sr. died on 18 February 1999 at North Carolina at age 78.
Burialafter 18 February 1999He was buried after 18 February 1999 at Pinelawn Memorial Park, Southern Pines, Moore, North Carolina.
Census DateLocationDescription
9 April 1930Paris, Grant, WisconsinRaymond Eugene Wilson Sr. was listed as a son in George William Wilson's household on the 1930 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.1

Children of Raymond Eugene Wilson Sr. and Lucille Lawrence

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 96.

Arnold Kenneth Wilson

M, b. 22 September 1922, d. 30 August 1990
Father*George William Wilson b. 8 Nov 1874, d. 31 Jul 1948
Mother*Katie Bernice VanNatta b. 16 Jul 1893, d. 3 Nov 1985
Charts
Matthew McClain Descendants Chart
Life EventDateDescription
MarriageArnold Kenneth Wilson married Joan Emma Tindell.
Birth22 September 1922Arnold Kenneth Wilson was born on 22 September 1922 at Wisconsin.
He was the son of George William Wilson and Katie Bernice VanNatta.
Death30 August 1990Arnold Kenneth Wilson died on 30 August 1990 at age 67.
Burialafter 30 August 1990He was buried after 30 August 1990 at Greenwood Cemetery, Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
9 April 1930Paris, Grant, WisconsinArnold Kenneth Wilson was listed as a son in George William Wilson's household on the 1930 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 96.

Irvin Joseph Wilson

M, b. 18 June 1925, d. 25 November 1999
Father*George William Wilson b. 8 Nov 1874, d. 31 Jul 1948
Mother*Katie Bernice VanNatta b. 16 Jul 1893, d. 3 Nov 1985
Charts
Matthew McClain Descendants Chart
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationIrvin Joseph Wilson was also known as Sam.
Name VariationIrvin Joseph Wilson was also known as Ervin.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth18 June 1925Irvin Joseph Wilson was born on 18 June 1925 at Potosi, Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of George William Wilson and Katie Bernice VanNatta.
Marriage15 June 1963Irvin Joseph Wilson married Dorothy Cornelia Meiners on 15 June 1963 at Hillsboro, Montgomery, Illinois.
Death25 November 1999Irvin Joseph Wilson died on 25 November 1999 at Illinois at age 74 Irvin J (Sam) Wilson obituary.
Quad-City Times (Davenport, Iowa) 26 Nov 1999 Irvin J (Sam) Wilson obituary
Census DateLocationDescription
9 April 1930Paris, Grant, WisconsinIrvin Joseph Wilson was listed as a son in George William Wilson's household on the 1930 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.1

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 96.

Harold Archibald McClain

M, b. 15 September 1921, d. 17 February 2012
Father*Archibald John McClain b. 2 Apr 1882, d. 15 Nov 1949
Mother*Elizabeth Ida Kreiser b. 24 Jun 1882, d. 4 Apr 1978
Charts
Matthew McClain Descendants Chart
Harold Archibald McClain
Name TypeDateDescription
Name VariationHarold Archibald McClain was also known as Arch.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth15 September 1921Harold Archibald McClain was born on 15 September 1921 at Potosi, Grant, Wisconsin.
He was the son of Archibald John McClain and Elizabeth Ida Kreiser.
Marriage3 September 1977Harold Archibald McClain married Marjorie L. Jorgensen, daughter of Hans Jorgensen and Minnie Mabel Gideon, on 3 September 1977 at Grant, Wisconsin, marriage license published in the Dubuque Telegraph Herald August 29, 1977.1
Death17 February 2012Harold Archibald McClain died on 17 February 2012 at age 90 Harold A. McClain, 90, of Potosi, passed away on Friday, Feb. 17, 2012, at Southwest Health Center Hospital, Platteville. Harold was born on Sept. 15, 1921, on the family farm in rural Potosi where he lived and farmed for 90 years. He was the son of Arch and Ida Elizabeth (Krieser) McClain. Harold attended Sunnybrook Country School and graduated from Platteville High School. He was a member of the Mt. Zion United Church of Christ in Cornelia. He was married to Marjorie Jorgensen on Sept. 3, 1977. Marjorie passed away on Aug. 6, 2007. Harold is survived by his sister-in-law; as well as many nieces and nephews to whom he was a very special uncle and a great friend. He will be greatly missed by all of them. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; his brothers, George and LaVern McClain; two sisters, Violet Langkamp and Marie Wunderlin; and two infant brothers. Also preceding him in death were his sister-in-law, Dorothy McClain; his brothers-in-law, Leonard Langkamp and Ambrose Wunderlin; his nephew, Kenneth Langkamp; and his niece, Velma Dolter. Funeral services will be 12 p.m. (noon) Monday, Feb. 20, 2012, at the MELBY-BENDORF FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Platteville. Burial will be at Mt. Zion Cemetery, Cornelia. Friends may call from 10 a.m. until the time of the service on Monday at the MELBY-BENDORF FUNERAL HOME & CREMATORY, Platteville.
Burial20 February 2012He was buried on 20 February 2012 at Mt. Zion (Cornelia) Cemetery, Harrison, Grant, Wisconsin.
Census DateLocationDescription
9 April 1930Paris, Grant, WisconsinHarold Archibald McClain was listed as a son in Archibald John McClain's household on the 1930 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin.2
1 May 1940Paris, Grant, WisconsinHarold Archibald McClain was listed as a son in Archibald John McClain's household on the 1940 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin; living next door to Lavern McClain.3
  • Harold Archibald McClain was educated in 1940 at through 4 years of high school.
  • He witnessed the burial of George W. Woodrome in October 1955 at Bald Hill Cemetery, Bald Hill, Jefferson, Illinois; attendees of funeral of George Woodrome.4
  • Harold Archibald McClain and Marjorie L. Jorgensen lived in 2006 at 4045 Oak Rd, Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S360] Wisconsin, Wisconsin Marriages, 1973-1997, Certificate Number: 022061.
  2. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 105.
  3. [S373] U.S. Federal Census 1940 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 144. Sheet 8b.
  4. [S279] Bald Hill Cemetery, Jefferson, IL, online http://www.iltrails.org/jefferson/cem/baldhillcem.html

Mabel E. VanNatta

F, b. 11 March 1925, d. 1 April 2015
Father*Philip Henry VanNatta b. 6 Oct 1866, d. 13 Mar 1949
Mother*Margaret Anna Berg b. 28 Feb 1884, d. 7 Nov 1976
Mabel VanNatta Johnson
Name TypeDateDescription
Married Name26 October 1945As of 26 October 1945,her married name was Johnson.
Life EventDateDescription
Birth11 March 1925Mabel E. VanNatta was born on 11 March 1925 at Grant, Wisconsin.
She was the daughter of Philip Henry VanNatta and Margaret Anna Berg.
Marriage26 October 1945Mabel E. VanNatta married Richard A. Johnson on 26 October 1945.
Death1 April 2015Mabel E. VanNatta died on 1 April 2015 at age 90 Mabel E. Johnson, 90, of Platteville died on Wednesday, April 01, 2015 at Epione Pavilion, Cuba City. Celebration of life will be held at Noon on Saturday, April 4, 2015 at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Platteville. Friends may call from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home. The Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville, is serving the family. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

Mabel was born on March 11, 1925, near Cornelia, Paris Township, Grant County the daughter of Philip H. and Margaret A. (Berg) VanNatta. She was united in marriage to Richard A. Johnson on October 26, 1945 in Kahoka, Missouri. In her late teens, Mabel listened to the Gospel and held the truth of God very close to her heart, which has given her life meaning and hope in death.
Mabel was employed at the Kansas State Teacher’s College in Emporia, Kansas and later at UW-Platteville. She received her degree in nursing and worked at Gray’s Nursing Home until an early retirement. She felt her greatest accomplishment in life was raising her four children…her most precious possessions. She is survived and sadly missed by her children, Dana Sue (Jim) Whitney of Omaha, NE; Curtis Jay (Carolyn) Johnson of Ocala, FL; Van (B-Kay) Johnson of Emporia, KS; Jane Lee Johnson of Livingston, WI; 8 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren. Mabel dearly loved her grandchildren and treasured her time with them. She enjoyed photography and made individual photo albums a lasting treasure for each. She enjoyed having bible studies in her home, not held together by an organization but by divine love. She loved to travel and to visit family. She enjoyed life to the fullest, being thankful for every day God gave to her.
Mabel was preceded in death by her parents, granddaughter, Carley Joelle Johnson, six sisters, Velma Wehnke, Iva Weber Bennett, May VanNatta, Katherine Krepfle, Hazel Maahs, Bernice Wilson Reisen; five brothers, Joe, Frank, Edward, Guerdon, and Roy VanNatta, her former husband and the father of her children, Richard Johnson of Leek Summit, Missouri.
Census DateLocationDescription
10 April 1930Paris, Grant, WisconsinMabel E. VanNatta was listed as a daughter in Philip Henry VanNatta's household on the 1930 Census at Paris, Grant, Wisconsin; living next door to Roy Wilson.1
  • Mabel E. VanNatta lived in September 2007 at Platteville, Grant, Wisconsin.

Citations

  1. [S250] U.S. Federal Census 1930 U.S. Federal Census, by Ancestry.com, ED22-37. Dwelling 113.