Pfeffer Funeral Home Obituaries

Joseph J. Knipp passed away on Monday September 18, 2023, at the age of 88 in Knoxville Tennessee.  Joe was born in Manitowoc, and he lived there until 1999 when he and his wife moved to Knoxville Tennessee.  He spent his entire working career with the Newell Corporation, retiring in 1996 after 43 years of service. In addition to being a skilled woodworker, Joe understood most things mechanical and electrical and could fix most anything.  He was always willing to share his...

Harold John Trainor, a Manitowoc resident, passed away early Sunday morning, September 17th, surrounded by his loving family. Harold was born on August 4, 1927, in Manitowoc, son of the late Michael and Lucy (Scherer) Trainor. He attended St. Paul Parochial Grade School and graduated from Lincoln High School, Class of 1946. Harold served in the U.S. Navy during World War II and the Korean Crisis aboard the Block Island and Boganville aircraft carriers. On September 29, 1951, he married the...

On October 29, 1971, Jason Julius Snyder entered the world, son of Steven A. and Julene J. Snyder. On September 10, 2023, Jason unexpectedly left this world to be with his Heavenly Father. He was a Red Wing, MN resident at the time of his passing and was born and raised in Kellnersville, WI. Jason and his family would be honored to have everyone come celebrate his life on September 16th, 2023 at Faith Evangelical Free Church, 2201 South 42nd Street, Manitowoc, WI. His family will be...

Benjamin “Ben” Schwoerer, age 34, of Carmel, Indiana, was born into Eternal life too soon on September 3, 2023. He is survived by his mother, Philomena Chiappetta; his sisters Sarah (Albert) Hidalgo, Kathryn (Travis) Wolf, and Emily (Mike) Malatt; his nephews and niece, Henry, Miles, and Madeleine Malatt; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his father, Brian Schwoerer and grandparents, William and Helen Chiappetta, and Erwin and Edna...

Marilyn A. Rochon, age 90, of Manitowoc passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023 at Holy Family Memorial Medical Center. Marilyn was born May 19, 1933 in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Dallas and Leona (Sadusky) Duebner.  She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the Class of 1951.  On June 28, 1952 she was united in marriage to Gilbert Rochon at St. Andrew’s Catholic Church, Manitowoc.  He preceded her in death on February 25, 1997.   Marilyn...

Winifred A. (Crowe) Miller, age 79 of Manitowoc, passed away Friday, September 1, 2023, at Holy Family Hospital. Winifred Was born August 2, 1944, daughter of the late Harold and Delma (Boyd) Crowe. She attended schools in Manitowoc and graduated from Lincoln High School. She furthered her education at Martins School of Cosmetology. She worked at Mirro Aluminum for many years. Winifred married Gerald J. Miller and they were together for over 50 years before his passing. She enjoyed spending...

Harriet J. Kopetsky, age 95 of Manitowoc, entered eternal life on Thursday, August 31, 2023, at the Lakehouse of Manitowoc. Harriet was born on August 8, 1928, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Harold and Margaret (Schleisleder) Hall. She was a graduate of Manitowoc Lincoln High School with the class of 1946. On May 13, 1950, she married Gordon F. Kopetsky at St. Boniface Catholic Church in Manitowoc. He preceded her in death on September 20, 2019. Harriet was a loving wife, mother,...

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Janice Mae Leschke, age 76 of Manitowoc, passed away Monday, August 28, 2023, at her residence. Janice was born January 5, 1947, in Manitowoc, daughter of the late Norman and Elizabeth (Andres) Bergene. She attended school in Valders, graduating with the class of 1965 from Valders High School. After high school Janice held various jobs while pursuing a degree in accounting. She then taught accounting at LTC for many years until her retirement. Janice was an avid outdoors person and enjoyed...

John Leonard “Jack” Kocourek, age 79, of Manitowoc and Pigeon Lake, died at Holy Family Froedtert Hospital under Sharon Richardson Hospice Care in the early morning hours of August 25, 2023. John was born on April 30, 1944, in Manitowoc, the first child of Leonard and Evelyn (O’Neil) Kocourek. As a child he studied the accordion and became quite accomplished playing the instrument, by the age of 6 he played often with the Romy Gosz Orchestra and live on WOMT radio. He...