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Lau, Theodore

Male 1895 - 1975  (79 years)

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  1. 1.  Lau, TheodoreLau, Theodore was born 9 Apr 1895; died 2 Feb 1975; was buried , New Saint John-Saint James Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsville, Manitowoc, Wisconsin.

    Other Events:

    • 1900 Census: 1900, Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
    • 1910 Census: 1910, Rockland, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA
    • 1930 Census: 1930, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; 1.27
    • Death Record - Civil: 2 Feb 1975

    Notes:

    1900 Census:
    Theodore Law39
    Carolina Law35
    Emma Law13
    Reinhard Law11
    Alma Law10
    Arthur Law9
    Elsie Law6
    Theodore A Law4
    Henry Law2
    Christopher Minsch77

    1910 Census:
    Theodore Lan49
    Caroline Lan45
    Reinhard Lan20
    Theodore C Lan15
    Henry Lan13
    Elsa Lan16

    1930 Census:
    Theodore Law35
    Elsie Law 30
    Elroy Law7
    Wilbert Law5
    Evelyn Law3 [3 10/12]
    Mernabelle Law1 [1 3/12]
    Alice M Law0 [2/12]
    Caroline Law64 [69]

    Death Record - Civil:
    Name:Theodore Lau
    SSN:399-10-5052
    Last Residence:53965 Wisconsin Dells, Columbia, Wisconsin, United States of America
    Born:9 Apr 1895
    Died:Feb 1975
    State (Year) SSN issued:Wisconsin (Before 1951)

    Theodore married Riemer, Elsie Bef 1923. Elsie was born 22 Aug 1899; died 25 Jun 1958; was buried , New Saint John-Saint James Lutheran Cemetery, Reedsville, Manitowoc, Wisconsin. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 2. Lau, Elroy  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born Abt 1923; died 7 Jul 1944; was buried , Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy, France.
    2. 3. Lau, Wilbert L.  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born 1 May 1924; died 3 Dec 2011.
    3. 4. Lau, Evelyn C.  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born 16 May 1926, Rockland, Brown, Wisconsin, USA; died 12 Nov 2008, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 12 Nov 2008, Riverside Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA.
    4. 5. Lau, Mernebelle  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born 12 Dec 1928, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; died 6 Jan 2012.
    5. 6. Lau, Alice  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born 16 Jan 1930, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; died 24 Jun 2009, Little Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA.
    6. 7. Lau, Se Vera  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    7. 8. Lau, Waldemar  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    8. 9. Lau, Wallace  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. was born 23 Jul 1934; died 2 Apr 1941.
    9. 10. Lau, Violet  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.


Generation: 2

  1. 2.  Lau, ElroyLau, Elroy Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born Abt 1923; died 7 Jul 1944; was buried , Normandy American Cemetery and Memorial, Colleville-sur-Mer, Normandy, France.

  2. 3.  Lau, Wilbert L.Lau, Wilbert L. Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born 1 May 1924; died 3 Dec 2011.

    Other Events:

    • Obituary: 4 Dec 2011; Appleton Post Crescent

    Notes:

    Obituary:
    Wilbert L. Lau, of Neenah, age 87, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 3, 2011. He was born May 1, 1924 in Reedsville, son of the late Theodore and Elsie (Reimer) Lau. Willy married Henriette Flenz on October 16, 1948. She preceded him in death on February 21, 2008.
    Willy served his country in the US Army during WWII, being stationed in the Philippines. He retired from American Can after 40 years of employment. He loved woodworking, making caramel corn and popcorn balls, and especially spending time with his family.
    Willy was an active longtime member of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church of Neenah where he served as an usher and as President of the Church Council.
    Survivors include four brothers and sisters: Mernebelle Behnke, Se Vera Lau, Waldemar Lau and Violet (Jerry) Havel; numerous nieces and nephews; and numerous great-nieces and nephews, including great nephew, Willy Thomas Brucks.
    He was preceded in death by two brothers: Elroy and Wallace; and two sisters: Evelyn and Alice.
    The funeral service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 8, 2011, at Grace Ev. Lutheran Church, 1390 Breezewood Lane, Neenah, with The Rev. Richard Frost officiating. The visitation will be at the church from 9:30 a.m. until the hour of service. Full military rites will follow the service at the church. In lieu of flowers a memorial is being established for the church.
    Westgor Funeral Home
    205 W. Doty Ave.
    Neenah 722-7151
    Online condolences:
    www.westgorfuneral
    homes.com
    Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from December 4 to December 6, 2011

    Wilbert married Flenz, Henriette 16 Oct 1948. Henriette (daughter of Flenz, Ferdinand Frank and Harder, Henrietta) was born 6 Nov 1923; died 21 Feb 2008. [Group Sheet]


  3. 4.  Lau, Evelyn C.Lau, Evelyn C. Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born 16 May 1926, Rockland, Brown, Wisconsin, USA; died 12 Nov 2008, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried Aft 12 Nov 2008, Riverside Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA.

    Other Events:

    • Death Record - Civil: 12 Nov 2008
    • Obituary: 14 Nov 2008; Appleton Post Crescent
    • Obituary: 16 Nov 2008; Appleton Post Crescent

    Notes:

    Death Record - Civil:
    Name :Evelyn Behm
    Birth Date : 16 May 1926
    Death Date: 12 Nov 2008
    Last Residence :54915 Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin
    State :

    Obituary:
    Behm, Evelyn C. Evelyn, age 82, of Appleton, was called to her heavenly home on November 12, 2008, after a prolonged illness. She was born May 16, 1926, in the Town of Rockland, daughter of the late Theodore and Elsie (Reimer) Lau. She was a long time member of Faith Lutheran Church, Appleton. Evelyn worked for many years as a waitress and Short Order Cook and also worked in housekeeping at Appleton Medical Center before she retired in 1993. She married the love of her life, Francis A. Behm, October 31, 1943, sharing 50 years together before his death May 5, 1994.
    Evelyn is survived by her three sons: Ken Behm, Appleton; Gene (Barb) Behm, Larsen; Bob (Lari Le) Behm, Appleton; two daughters: Mary (Ken) Welsh, Menasha; Lori (Bob) Frye, Appleton; two brothers: Wilbert Lau, Neenah, Wally Lau, Sherwood; four sisters: Mernie Behnke, Reedsville; Alice (Ray) Hernke, Little Chute; SeVera Lau, Milwaukee; Vi (Jerry) Havel, Appleton; former son-in-law: Rick (Linda) Brennecke, Appleton, 20 grandchildren, 23 great grandchildren three great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and cousins. She is also survived by many friends, especially Jeanne Speering and Neil and Kathy Plamann who were always there for Ma.
    She was preceded in death by a daughter: Judy Lynn; a grandson: Travis Lee Schisel; two brothers: Elroy and Wallace; two brothers-in-law and a sister-in-law.
    Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, November 17, 2008, at Faith Lutheran Church, 601 E. Glendale Ave, with Rev. Daniel Thews officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery. Friends may call at Brettschneider-Trettin-Lederer Funeral Chapel on Sunday from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established.
    The family wishes to thank all the care givers that took care of Evelyn this past year.
    Mom, your love and smile will always be with us. Grandma, Thanks for all the good snacks and love.
    Brettschneider
    Trettin-Lederer
    606 N. Oneida St. Appleton
    920-733-7383
    www.btlfuneral.com

    Obituary:
    Evelyn Behm, 82, Appleton, was called to her Heavenly home on Nov. 12, 2008, after a prolonged illness. Services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 17, 2008, at Faith Lutheran Church, 601 E. Glendale Ave., with the Rev. Daniel Thews officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery. Friends may call at Brettschneider-Trettin-Lederer Funeral Chapel on Sunday from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 10 a.m. until the time of service.
    A memorial fund has been established.
    Brettschneider-Trettin-
    Lederer
    606 N. Oneida St. Appleton
    920-733-7383
    www.btlfuneral.com

    BehmLauEvelyn C.5/16/192611/12/2008Post Crescent11/14/2008C6

    Evelyn married Behm, Francis 31 Oct 1943. Francis was born 21 Mar 1909; died 7 May 1994. [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 11. Behm, Ken  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    2. 12. Behm, Gene  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    3. 13. Behm, Bob  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    4. 14. Behm, Mary  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    5. 15. Behm, Lori  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.

  4. 5.  Lau, MernebelleLau, Mernebelle Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born 12 Dec 1928, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; died 6 Jan 2012.

    Other Events:

    • 1930 Census: 1930, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; 1.27 ed01 Image 27, page 14a
    • Obituary: 10 Jan 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

    Notes:

    1930 Census:
    Theodore Law35
    Elsie Law 30
    Elroy Law7
    Wilbert Law5
    Evelyn Law3 [3 10/12]
    Mernabelle Law1 [1 3/12]
    Alice M Law0 [2/12]
    Caroline Law64 [69]

    Obituary:
    Mernabelle "Mernie" Behnke, age 83, of Waterford WI, formerly of Reedsville, died on Friday, January 6, 2012, at Waterford Sr. Living. She was born on December 12, 1928 in the Town of Brillion, daughter of the late Theodore J. and Elsie (Riemer) Lau. She married Francis Polifka on December 25, 1949. He preceded her in death in 2007. On October 30, 1976, Mernabelle married Lester H. Behnke at St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. He preceded her in death in 2002. Mernabelle worked for various businesses in the area for 17 years, including Geiger's Restaurant and the Ariens Co., both in Brillion. She was a member of St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville and the Ladies Aid. She loved spending time with her children, grandchildren, and extended family. She also enjoyed doing various craft projects. Survivors include her children: Roger (Kathy) Polifka of Bremerton, WA, Rozanne (Timothy) Bird of Burlington, Steve Polifka of Milwaukee, John Polifka of Greeley, CO, Judy Polifka of Chicago, four grandchildren: Traci Polifka, Brian (Anna) Polifka, Laura (Chris) Schoeneck, Nathan Bird, two great grandchildren: Christopher Polifka and Avery Schoeneck, 7 step children: Joanne (Roger) Fischer of Appleton, Dianne (Jerome) Witkowski of Ripon, Suzanne (Ray) Bubolz of Reedsville, Rozanne (Ralph) Bohrtz of Greenleaf, Julianne (Scott) Free of Manitowoc, Luanne (Jeff) Gast of Wisconsin Rapids, Lorianne (Tom) Holdcroft of Greenville, and numerous step grandchildren and step great grandchildren, two sisters: SeVera Lau of Milwaukee, Violet (Jerold) Havel of Appleton, a brother; Waldemar Lau of Sherwood, and many other relatives and friends.
    She was preceded in death by her husbands, a step grandson Jordan Free, three brothers: Private Elroy Lau, Wallace Lau, Wilbert Lau, and two sisters: Evelyn Behm and Alice Hernke.
    Funeral service will be Thursday, January 12, 2012 at 11 a.m. at St. John St. James Lutheran Church in Reedsville. The Rev. Timothy Nommensen will officiate. Burial will take place in the Westside Cemetery. Friends may call at the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of service. A memorial fund has been established in Mernabelle's name. The Wieting Funeral Home in Reedsville is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.wieting-funeralhome.com
    Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on January 10, 2012

    Mernebelle married Polifka, Francis 25 Dec 1949; divorced Bef 1976. Francis died Abt 2007. [Group Sheet]

    Mernebelle married Behnke, Lester H. 30 Oct 1976. Lester was born 30 Nov 1927; died 8 Sep 2002, Reedsville, Manitowoc, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]


  5. 6.  Lau, AliceLau, Alice Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born 16 Jan 1930, Brillion, Calumet, Wisconsin, USA; died 24 Jun 2009, Little Chute, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA.

    Other Events:

    • Obituary: 25 Jun 2009; Appleton Post Crescent

    Notes:

    Obituary:
    Alice Hernke, age 79, of Little Chute, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2009. She was born on January 16, 1930, in Brillion, daughter of the late Ted and Elsie (Riemer) Lau. On December 15, 1954, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, Appleton, Alice was united in marriage to Ray Hernke, they spent 54 years together. Alice loved spending time with her family. She also volunteered with Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts, Bereavement Hospice, Church Groups and sang in the church choir. She loved playing sheepshead with family and friends, as well as doing crafts and knitting.
    Alice is survived by her husband, Ray; five children: Cheryl Fisher, Dona (Ron) Dollevoet, Jerry (Dawn) Hernke, Wendy (John) Lind and Joan (Troy) Tollard, one step-son; Don (Red) Ott, 11 grandchildren: Tami Fisher, Alan Fisher, Daniel Fisher, Jenni Behling, Michelle Pluger, Aaron Dollevoet, Kurt (Nicole) Dollevoet, Tyler Lind, Jason (fiancee Kadee) Lind, Cassandra Hernke and Amber Tollard. She is further survived by eight great-grandchildren: Philip Fisher, Isabella Fisher, Brandon Fisher, Jordan Fisher, Kiersten Fisher, Hannah Behling, Megan Behling and Erin Wallace; five brothers and sisters: Willy Lau, Mernie Behnke, Severa Lau, Wally Lau and Vi (Jerry) Havel; a sister-in-law, Arlene Krueger, two god children: Mary Welsh and Ron Havel as well as many nieces and nephews.
    Alice was preceded in death by a sister; Evie Behm, two brothers: Elroy and Wallace Lau, five brothers and sisters-in-law: Francis Behm, Elwood Lau, Hank Lau, Lester Behnke and Melvin Krueger; a niece, Judy Behm; step-mother, Ina Lau and mother and father-in-law: Lillan Bratz and John Hernke.
    A funeral service for Alice will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, June 26, 2009, at St. James United Methodist Church, 100 W. Capital Drive, Appleton. Entombment will take place in Highland Memorial Park. Visitation will be held from 10 a.m. until the hour of service at the church on Friday. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund has been established in Alice's name.
    A special thank you to Dr's Derksen, Douglas, Buchanan, Mortara, Kay Conrad and their staff, Theda Care at Home Hospice Team and especially her sister Vi, Rev. Tim Albrecht and Rev. Mark Klaisner. Through their support and care made our mother's remaining time with us special.
    VALLEY
    FUNERAL HOME
    2211 N. Richmond Street
    Appleton, WI 54911
    920-733-5435
    www.valleyfh.com
    "Serving as
    would be Served"

    Alice married Hernke, Ray (son of Hernke, John and Unknown, UnknownF) [Group Sheet]


  6. 7.  Lau, Se VeraLau, Se Vera Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1)

  7. 8.  Lau, WaldemarLau, Waldemar Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1)

  8. 9.  Lau, WallaceLau, Wallace Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1) was born 23 Jul 1934; died 2 Apr 1941.

    Other Events:

    • Obituary: 15 Apr 1941; Sheboygan Press

    Notes:

    Obituary:
    Attending the funeral of little six year old Wallace Lau of Reedsville, who met death as a result of being struck by a car as he was returning from school, were Mr. and Mrs. Art Lau, Mr. and Mrs. Paul Noeldner, Mr. and Mrs. William Goldsmith and Mrs. Melvin Behnke. The funeral was held on Sunday at Reedsville.
    Wallace was the son of Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Lau of that place.


  9. 10.  Lau, VioletLau, Violet Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (1.Theodore1)

    Violet married Havel, Jerold (son of Havel, Pius and Fumal, Helen) [Group Sheet]

    Children:
    1. 16. Havel, Michael  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    2. 17. Havel, Kay  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    3. 18. Havel, Bonnie  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    4. 19. Havel, Mark  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.
    5. 20. Havel, Ronald  Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines.


Generation: 3

  1. 11.  Behm, KenBehm, Ken Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (4.Evelyn2, 1.Theodore1)

  2. 12.  Behm, GeneBehm, Gene Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (4.Evelyn2, 1.Theodore1)

  3. 13.  Behm, BobBehm, Bob Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (4.Evelyn2, 1.Theodore1)

  4. 14.  Behm, MaryBehm, Mary Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (4.Evelyn2, 1.Theodore1)

  5. 15.  Behm, LoriBehm, Lori Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (4.Evelyn2, 1.Theodore1)

  6. 16.  Havel, MichaelHavel, Michael Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (10.Violet2, 1.Theodore1)

  7. 17.  Havel, KayHavel, Kay Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (10.Violet2, 1.Theodore1)

  8. 18.  Havel, BonnieHavel, Bonnie Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (10.Violet2, 1.Theodore1)

  9. 19.  Havel, MarkHavel, Mark Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (10.Violet2, 1.Theodore1)

  10. 20.  Havel, RonaldHavel, Ronald Descendancy chart to this point <br />TIP - Add generatons until last line of report is at 0 to ensure all persons are included. Set width to legal for widest lines. (10.Violet2, 1.Theodore1)


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