Laird, Alexander

Other Events:

• Immigration: Abt 1857
• 1860 Census: 1860, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1880 Census: 1880, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1900 Census: 1900, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Biography: Abt 1911
• Biography: 1911; History of Outagamie County, Wisconsin Page 0596
• News Mention: 17 May 1922; Appleton Post Crescent
• Obituary: 23 Oct 1922; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

1860 Census:
John Laird age 22
Letitia Laird age 50 (widow)
Ann Laird age 18
Alex Lard16
James Lard14

1880 Census:
Alex Laine 40
Agnes Laine 35
Eliza J. Laine 10
Agnes Laine 8
William Laine 6
Lettie Laine 5
John Laine 3
Alexander Laine 2M

1900 Census:
Alex Laird 60
Agness Laird 55
Agneis Laird 22
William Laird 26
Letitia Laird 25
Sannie Laird 20
Katie Laird 17

Biography:
Mentioned in History Of Outagamie County about first settlers in Stephensville;

It having been announced that a village would be laid off in the town of Ellington, the citizens were asked to vote upon a name for such. village and "Ellington Center" was chosen.

Evidently this did not suit many of the citizens there who thereupon suggested the name of "Stevensville." The following names were signed to the paper asking that the name should be changed from Ellington Center to Stephensville: J. D. Van Mick, Peter Prunty, George Huse, Elisha Bissell, Dave Matteson, George F. Nye, Walter Rynders, Richard Brown, John W. McWain, John Ferrell, W. T. Hardacker, Patrick Prunty, James Carle, William T. Traux, P. McKeefry, Joseph B. Barnum, J. G. Daniels, Herman Grunert, Hugh Moore, John McKeever, William McGee, Michael Pure, Julius Greeley, H. J. Diener, Patrick Newcomb, P. H. Pew, B. M. Gurnee, Thomas Caller, Eliob. Farnam, Horatio Heath, Henry Kethroe Isbon S. Smith, W. R. Manley, S. D. Mason, O. P. Peebles, John Nicholas, Jehiel Paxton; Lewis Hare, Ansel Greeley, Edwin Arnold, Edwin Barnes, Ernst Grunert, Charles Grunert, John Welch; Anthony Wallace, Bernard Newcomb, Sloah B. Carley, Henry A. Cooke, Owen Hardy.

Chauncey Smith settled in section 16 in 1851-2. John H. Jenne and family came in 1854; Byron M. Gurnee bought land in 1853, but it was two years later when he "cut the first tree and mauled out the rails to fence the first eighty." David and Caleb Matteson entered land in 1848 on which they afterward lived in section 29; Patrick Newcomb came about 1854; Francis Weissenberg and the family of Michael Wunderlich in 1857; William R Manley settled on section 19, removing later to section 28 in 1854. Robert and Henry Manley came about the same time and were probably the first shoemakers Phillip Zimmerman, an infidel, had considerable influence with his neighbors in the southern part of town until he left in the '60s. Nelson B. Draper settled in 1857 on section 27. Michael and John Bungert came about 1854. Charles Thiel and family came 1859. The Lairds came about 1855 to section 1. Jabez B. Rexford and family came to section 4 the following March.

From: History of Outagamie County, Wilsonsin
Thomas H. Ryan - Editor in Chief
Goodspeed Historical Allociates, Publishers
Chicago 1911

Biography:
ALEXANDER LAIRD, who has been closely identified with the agricultural interests of Outagamie county for a number of years, is now living retired on his fine farm in Ellington township, which is being operated by his son. He was born January 11, 1840, near Belfast, Ireland, and received his education in that vicinity, although he had to leave school at the age of fourteen years to take charge of the home farm, his father, William Laird, having died. When he was seventeen years of age he left the Emerald Isle and came to the United States with his mother, brothers and sisters, and from Fond du Lac, at which city the road stopped, the little party walked to Ellington township. The mother purchased land in Bovina township, Outagamie county, and Mr. Laird worked on that property for twelve years. In 1868, Mr. Laird returned to Ireland, where he was married to Agnes Jamison, a native of that country, and on their return to the United States they settled on Mr. Laird's present home in Ellington township. For many years Mr. Laird was engaged in mixed farming and dairying, but he has now given up active work and is living a quiet life, enjoying the fruits of his early labors. He has lived to see the country grow from a vast stretch of wilderness to a flourishing, prosperous country, and his own farm develop from so many acres of heavy timber to one of the finest farming lands in Ellington township. In 1906 he erected the present handsome residence, and other good buildings grace this tract. Mr. Laird has been a member of the township board for several terms. He and Mrs. Laird are consistent members of the Congregational church, and have been the parents of seven children, namely: Elizabeth, Agnes, William L., Letta, John, Alexander and Katherine. Alexander Laird is now operating the old homestead farm.

News Mention:
ELLINGTON PIONEER VISITS IN APPLETON Alex. Laird of Ellington, who has been a resident of Outagamie-Co. for 65 years, was in Appleton Tuesday for the first time in eight months. His long absence was dure to impaired health and to his advanced years. Mr. Laird came direct from Ulster- Co., Ireland, to Outagamie-co. with his parents at the age of 17 years and made his home here ever since. The County then way a wilderness and for years his nearest neigbors were William McGee and Owen Hardy, two and three miles distant.
PAGE TWO APPLETON, POST-CRESCENT, WEDNESDAY MAY 17, 1922

Obituary:
ALEXANDER LAIRD Alexander Laird, 82, died at his home in Ellington at 4 o'clock Monday morning after living in Outagamie-co for more than 65 years. He was born in County Antrim, Ireland, Jan. 11, 1840. He is survived by his widow, three daughters, the Misses Elizabeth and Letitia Laird and Mrs. Guy Sykes of Ellington and three sons, William and Sannie Laird of Ellington and , Dr. J. J. Laird of Black Creek. The funeral will take place at 1 o'clock Wednesday afternoon from the home and at 2 o'clock from the Congregational church at Bovina.
Page Twelve, APPLETON POST-CRESCENT, Monday Evening, October 23, 1922
Alexander Laird 1/11/1840 10/23/1922 Post Crescent 10/23/1922 12
People's Forum Tribute to Old Settler Editor Post-Crescent - It is with deep regret that I am, forced to record the death of our much respected brother, Alexander Laird. He was a pioneer resident and was known by nearly all the residents of the county. His kindly acts and generous deeds makes it fitting at this time that due respect be tendered him. Therefor, in behalf of the directors and members of Outagamie County Pioneers association, of which he was a member, I wish to state that they sym pathize with the afflicted family and their many friends. Since the last annual convention Feb. 22, 1922, the association has lost several of its members, towit: Wil liam C. Perry, March 30; Peter R Schmidt, April 5; Mrs. William Priest May 1; William H. Creasey, date not recorded; Alexander Laird. Oct. 23. W. M. Roblee Secretary, Outagamie County Pi oneers Association. Appleton, Wis., Oct. 24, 1922.
Page Four APPLETON POST-CRESCENT Wednesday Evening, October 25, 1922
Alexander Laird
Born: January 11, 1840
Died: October 23, 1922
Place of Birth: County Antrium, Ireland,
Obituary
Newspaper: Post-Crescent
Notice Date: October 23, 1922
Section:
Page: 12
Type: OB
Cemetery
Name: Congregational
Location: Bovina, WI

Alexander married Jamison, Agnes Abt 1868, , , , Ireland. Agnes was born Abt Dec 1844, , County Antrim, Ireland; died 29 Sep 1930, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , Ellington Union Cemetery, Stephensville, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 18 Oct 1960; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Mrs. Elizabeth Wilson (Laird) Bayfield, Wis. Age 90, passed away Monday night after a lingering illness. She was born Feb 22, 1870 in the Town of Ellington.The former Elizabeth Laird was married to Rev. James Wilson May 18, 1933. He preceded her in death in April 1934. a sister, Mrs. Guy Sykes, Shiocton, is the only survivor. Funeral services will be held Friday afternoon in Bayfield, Wis.
Tuesday, Oct. 18, 1960, APPLETON POST-CRESCENT, P. B-14
Elizabeth Wilson
Maiden Name: Laird
Spouse: Rev . James Wilson
Born: February 22, 1870
Died: October 17, 1960
Place of Birth: Ellington, WI
Obituary
Newspaper: Post-Crescent
Notice Date: October 18, 1960
Section: B
Page: 16
Type: OB

Elizabeth married Wilson, Reverend James 18 May 1933. James died Abt Apr 1934. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 2 Mar 1920; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
AGNES LAIRD Miss Agnes Laird, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alexander Laird of Ellington, died suddenly of heart failure last night at the home of her brother, Dr.J. J. Laird of Black Creek, where she had been visiting for a short time. She is survived by her parents, thiee sisters: Elizabeth, Letitia and Mrs. Guy Sykes; the brothers, William L.,Sannie and Dr. J. J. Laird. Funeral services will be held at the home of the parents in Ellington at one o'clock, Thursday aftemoon.
PAGE SIX APPLETON POST-CRESCENT,TUESDAY, MARCH 2,1920

Other Events:

• Biography: 1911; History of Outagamie County, Wisconsin Page 0916
• Obituary: 15 Nov 1951; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Biography:
WILLIAM LAIRD, who is engaged in general farming in Ellington township, is a worthy representative of one of Outagamie county's pioneer families. He is a son of Alexander Laird, who was born in Ireland in 1840, and came to the United States in 1857, locating in Ellington township, where he has continued to reside ever since, with the exception of a period when he returned to the old country to marry Agnes Jamison. They had a family of seven children. William Laird was born August 12, 1873, on his father's farm in Ellington township, and he first attended the district schools of this locality. Later he went to the Appleton high school for some time and later took the agricultural course in the University of Wisconsin. He worked on his father's farm until his marriage, in 1901, to Zella Sykes, who was born in Appleton, Wisconsin, daughter of William and Sarah Sykes, the former a native of New York State and the latter of Appleton. Some time prior to his marriage, Mr. Laird had purchased his present farm, formerly known as the Hunter farm, and this he has brought up to a high state of cultivation, by intelligently using scientific methods. He does mixed and dairy farming, keeping a number of purebred Holstein cattle, and his product meets with a ready sale in the markets of this section. Since locating on this property, Laird has erected a fine, modern residence and substantial barns and outbuildings, and has improved it in many other ways, making it one of the fine farms of this section. Mr. Laird is independent in his political views, voting for the man rather than the party. He is a great advocate of education, and has been connected with educational matters here for some time, serving as treasurer of the school district for four years. He and Mrs. Laird are consistent members of the Congregational Church of Ellington. They have four children: Margaret, Dorothy, Grace and Katherine.

Obituary:
William L. Laird Born: August 12, 1873
Died: November 15, 1951
Place of Birth: Ellington, WI
Obituary
Newspaper: Post-Crescent
Notice Date: November 15, 1951
Section:
Page: 14
Type: OB
Cemetery
Name: Highland Memorial Park
Location: Appleton, WI

William married Sykes, Zella 11 Sep 1901. Zella (daughter of Sykes, William and Vandebogart, Sarah) was born 7 Apr 1875, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 29 Jun 1943; was buried , Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 7 Jan 1948; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Lettie Laird
Born: June 22, 1875
Died: January 6, 1948
Place of Birth: Town of Ellington,
Obituary
Newspaper: Post-Crescent
Notice Date: January 7, 1948
Section:
Page: 10
Type: OB
Cemetery
Name: Union
Location: Stephensville, WI

Other Events:

• 1910 Census: 1910, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Biography: 1911; History of Outagamie County, Wisconsin Page 0636
• 1920 Census: 1920, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1930 Census: 1930, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1940 Census: 1940, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• WWII Draft Registration Cards: 1942
• Obituary: 17 Oct 1942; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

1910 Census:
John J Laird32
Bernice Laird28
John A Laird Jr.3
Keneth G Laird0 [11/12]
Emma Hinz23
Thomas O Wilson23

Biography:
JOHN JAMISON LAIRD, M. D., a well-known medical practitioner of Black Creek, Wisconsin, where he has been engaged in practice for the past several years, is serving as president of the Black Creek School Board and as health officer of the village. He was born in Outagamie county, Wisconsin, June 15, 1877, and is a son of Alexander and Agnes (Jamison) Laird, natives of Ireland. Alexander Laird came to the United States in 1857 and bought 132 acres of wild land in Ellington township, Outagamie county, on which he erected a log cabin and continued to operate it until 1869, when he returned to his native country and got his family, whom he brought to the new home. On his return he continued to cultivate his property and make improvements, and he now has a fine farm, fenced with woven wire and rails, graded and watered, and in an excellent state of cultivation. Here he and his wife still reside, Mr. Laird being seventy-one years old and his wife sixty-six. They had a family of seven children, of whom John J. was the fifth in order of birth .
John Jamison Laird received his education in the public schools of his native vicinity and in 1887 graduated from the Ryan School in Appleton. After teaching school for two years he took a course at Lawrence College, and in 1904 graduated from Rush Medical College, Chicago, with the degree of M. D. Locating in Black Creek, he began practice, and here he has since built up a large patronage. In 1905 he was married to Miss Bernice Estey, born December 16, 1881, the fourth of the six children of John L. and Margaret Estey, natives of New Brunswick, who came to Appleton, Wisconsin, in 1882. The mother died at this city in May, 1910, and Mr. Estey now makes his home at San Diego, California. Early in life Mr. Estey learned the carpenter's trade, but during later years became engaged in mining and for a long period was a mine superintendent. Mr. and Mrs. Laird have had four children: John A.; Howard J., who died in infancy; Kenneth J., and Bruce Estey .
Dr. Laird is a member of the E. F. U. and the F. R. A. He is independent in politics and is president of the school board and health officer. With Mrs. Laird he attends the Congregational Church, being treasurer of the church organization and a member of the board of trustees .

1920 Census:
John J Laird42
Bernice W Laird38
Kenneth G Laird10
Bonce E Laird8
James W Laird6
Robert S Laird3
[3 3/12]

1930 Census:
John J Laird52
Bernice Laird48
Kenneth Laird20
James Laird16
Robert Laird13

1940 Census:
John J Laird62
Bernice Laird58
Letita Laird64

Obituary:
John Laird 6/15/1877 10/16/1942 Post Crescent 10/17/1942 1

John married Estey, Bernice 28 Jun 1905. Bernice was born 16 Dec 1881, Woodstock, , New Brunswick, Canada; died 15 Jan 1984, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• WWI Draft Registration Card: 12 Sep 1918
• Residence: 1930, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1940 Census: 1940, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• WWII Draft Registration Cards: 1942

Notes:

WWI Draft Registration Card:
Name:Alexander Laird
County:Outagamie
State:Wisconsin
Birth Date:24 Apr 1880
Race:White
Draft Board:1

Residence:
Listed as Sannie of Ellington in his mothers obit

1940 Census:
S A Laird59
Erma Laird57
Russell Laird26

WWII Draft Registration Cards:
Name:Alexander Laird
Birth Date:24 Apr 1880
Birth Place:Ellington, Wisconsin
Residence:Ellington, Wisconsin
Race:White

Alexander married Greeley, Esma Abt Oct 1908. Esma (daughter of Greeley, Hiram Corbet and Diener, Florence) was born 28 Feb 1883; died 26 Dec 1977, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Katherine married Sykes, Guy Bef 1909. Guy (son of Sykes, William and Vandebogart, Sarah) was born 4 Nov 1880; died 24 Apr 1961; was buried , Ellington Union Cemetery, Stephensville, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Education - High School: 1925, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA

Notes:

Education - High School:
Appleton High School Class of 1925

Katherine married Fischer, Raymond Bef 1938. Raymond (son of Fischer, Emil and Meyer, Mary) was born 4 Apr 1906, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 27 Dec 1976, Shiocton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Birth - Church Record: 1 May 1906
• 1910 Census: 1910, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA

Notes:

Birth - Church Record:
Name:John Alexander Laird
Birth Date:1 May 1906
Birth Place:Black Creek, Out. County, Wisconsin
Gender:Male
Race:White
Father's Name:John Jamison Laird
Father's Birth Place:Ellington, Out. County, Wisconsin
Mother's name:Bernice Alwilda Estey
Mother's Birth Place:Woodstock, New Brunswick, Canada
FHL Film Number:1305140

Description: Birth Record Details
Last Name: Laird
First Name: John A
Day: 01
Month: May
Year: 1906
County: Outagamie
Reel: 231
Record: 1340

1910 Census:
John J Laird32
Bernice Laird28
John A Laird Jr.3
Keneth G Laird0 [11/12]
Emma Hinz23
Thomas O Wilson23

Other Events:

• Education - High School: 1927, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• 1930 Census: 1930, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Education - College/University: 1932, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA

Notes:

Education - High School:
Appleton High School Class of 1927

1930 Census:
John J Laird52
Bernice Laird48
Kenneth Laird20
James Laird16
Robert Laird13

Education - College/University:
Lawrence College Class of 1932

Kenneth — Unknown, Elizabeth. Elizabeth was born 25 Jul 1912; died 23 Jan 1998, Milwaukee, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; was buried , Highland Memorial Park Cemetery, Appleton, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• 1920 Census: 1920, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Obituary: 12 Jun 1922; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

1920 Census:
John J Laird42
Bernice W Laird38
Kenneth G Laird10
Bonce E Laird8 (Bruce)
James W Laird6
Robert S Laird3
[3 3/12]

Obituary:
LairdBruce Estey6/11/1922Post Crescent6/12/19221

Other Events:

• Education - High School: 1934, Appleton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA
• Obituary: Aft 18 Nov 1986; APC

Notes:

Education - High School:
Appleton High School Class of 1934

Obituary:
See Image

Russell married Turriff, Marion 5 Jun 1935. Marion (daughter of Turriff, Frederick Grant and Cavil, Florence Elizabeth) was born 31 Jan 1914, De Pere, Brown, Wisconsin, USA; died 27 Mar 1939. [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 2 Feb 2012; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Leona Katherine Voight, age 102, Shiocton, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 31, 2012, at Kindred Hearts, Greenville. Leona was born September 15, 1909 in the Town of Center to the late Guy and Katherine (Laird) Sykes. She was one of the two living classmates from Shiocton High School class of 1928. On November 28, 1928, she married Leonard Voight. They farmed in the Town of Ellington for 40 years. She was a member of St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church, Stephensville where she was active as a Sunday school teacher, member of the Ladies Aid and Bible class. She enjoyed gardening, baking, fishing, playing cards, and visits with her family.
Leona is survived by her children: Stanley (Marian) Voight, Keith Elaine (Keith) "Bud" Wunderlich, Hortonville and Ronald Voight, Shiocton. Grandchildren: Steve (Sue) Voight; Mark (Sonya) Voight, Susan Caballero; Kathy (Jeff) Lemke; Joel "Joe" (Shelly) Wunderlich, Pat (Sue) Wunderlich, Richard (Brenda) Voight, William (Dawn) Voight, Daniel (Judy) Voight, Lisa (Ron) Schuelke. 26 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren. One sister-in-law, Claire "Nuss" Beyer. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband 66 years Leonard; three infant children, Nancy, Ervin, and Bernard; daughter-in-law, Barbara Voight, two brothers, Earl (Mary) Sykes and Howard Sykes; two sisters, Marjory (William) Binsfeld and Florence (Harold) McGlinn and two great grandsons.
The family would like to thank the staff at Kindred Hearts, Heartland Hospice Care, Dr. Clint Dunathon and staff for their care, kindness and compassion shown to Leona for the past four months.
Heaven just received a very special "Little Grandma", Love your family.
Funeral services for Leona will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul's Ev. Lutheran Church, Stephensville with Rev. Joel Lillo officiating. Burial will be in the Ellington Union Cemetery. Visitation will be held at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.
Borchardt & Moder
Funeral Home
109 W. Main St.,
Hortonville
920-779-4588
www.borchardtmoder
funeralhomes.com
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent from February 1 to February 2, 2012

Leona married Voight, Leonard 28 Nov 1928. Leonard (son of Voight, Bernard Albert and Lemke, Pauline) was born 23 Dec 1904, Ellington, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA; died 24 Dec 1994, Shiocton, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Burton married Hetzel, H. Ruth 30 Apr 1951. H. (daughter of Hetzel, Will and Price, Phenia) was born 9 Jul 1920; died 7 Jun 2013, Black Creek, Outagamie, Wisconsin, USA. [Group Sheet]

Joan married Bernardin, Leo [Group Sheet]

Karen married Groth, Ronald Fredrick August (son of Groth, Martin Christian and Krubsack, Lydia Antoinette) [Group Sheet]

Other Events:

• Obituary: 31 May 2014; Appleton Post Crescent

Notes:

Obituary:
Thomas Raymond Fischer, age 72, of Black Creek passed away unexpectedly on May 29, 2014 due to an accident on his farm. Tom was born on May 14, 1942. He was the fourth child and the only son of the late Raymond and Katherine (Laird) Fischer. Tom was a graduate of Shiocton High School in 1960 and went on to serve six years as a proud member of the US Navy. On August 22, 1964, he married his wife of almost 50 years, Bonnie (Miller). Together, they raised six children who gave them fifteen grandchildren.
On July 4, 1966, Tom and Bonnie took over the family farm. Farming was one of Tom's passions. After selling the milking cows several years ago, Tom continued to cash crop. He continually pushed off his retirement. First to age 65, then 70, and most recently, 75. He was a kind neighbor to his fellow farmers and always had time to lend a helping hand.
Tom was an avid sportsman. He was a huge Packer fan and a former Cub fan converted to Brewer fan. In recent years, Tom and Bonnie could be found traveling to many Brewer games. Tom also enjoyed his many years of coaching softball at Shiocton High School leaving a lasting impression on the lives of many.
Tom's strongest passion was his family. He taught kindness and compassion to his children and grandchildren and showed unconditional love and acceptance to all. He was a true patriarch to his family leading them in how to be good people. He gladly participated in both the educational and athletic careers of his children and grandchildren and was always there with a positive word.
Tom is survived by his wife, Bonnie. His children, Brenda Fischer, New London, and her children, Ryan (Nicole) Wockenfus, and Kaley Wockenfus; Brian (Karen) Fischer, Shiocton; Susan (Thomas) Kraus, Oshkosh and their children Bailey, Carson, and Regan; Donna (William) Allen of Greenville and their children, Taylor, Morgan, and Kyle; Rebecca (BJ) Young, Shiocton, and their children Sawyer, Jackson, and Abigail; and Jennifer (Bradley) Ritchie, Shiocton, and their children Sydney, Caleb, Hayden, and Reid. He is further survived by three sisters; Barbara (David) Jochman, Joan (Leo) Bernardin, and Karen (Ronald) Groth. He was preceded in death by his parents, his mother- and father-in-law, Charles and Anna Miller, and brother-in-law, Patrick Miller.
The Funeral Mass for Tom will be held on Monday, June 2, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Patrick's Catholic Church (N3686 State Road 76 in Hortonville, WI,) with Fr. Joseph Nsereko and Deacon Ken Bilgrien officiating. Friends and family may pay their respects directly at the church on Monday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to the Fox Valley Spina Bifida Support Group, W9706 Bonnin Rd., New London, WI 54961.
To a loving husband, father, father-in-law, grandpa, brother, and friend; but most importantly, the best man we ever knew. We will miss you and we love you always.
Published in Appleton Post-Crescent on May 31, 2014

Stanley married Welch, Marion [Group Sheet]