Klaus's graduation picture in the Sheboygan Press in 1913 shown on right.
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Klaus was a son of John and Harmke Stuebbe.
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 29, 1913
"GRADUATING CLASS OF THE FRANKLIN SEMINARY
For three long years the members of the Mission House at Franklin have studied theology and have worked together. But now the time has come when all must part in different directions where they are called to preach the Word of God. We give in the following a picture and short sketch of each of the class. First those that were born in other countries and then those born in America.
K.J. STUEBBE
K.J. Stuebbe was born in Niew Berta, Holland. When he was but 2 years of age his parents came to Americas with him. They settled at first in Freeport, Ill., later at Monroe, South Dakota. he entered the M.H. at the age of 16. As he was a member of the Holland Ref. church, she soon became a member of our church. So he is planning to go to Waukon, Iowa for his field of work."
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Klaus, age 24, married Emma F.Bosma, age 21, on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Klaus, a Minister of the Gospel, age 28, & his wife, Emma, & their child, were living at R.R. 1 in Wauhon, IA when he registered for the WWI Draft on June 5, 1917. The date & place of his birth was August 31, 1888, Niew Berta, Holland. He claimed an exemption for "Occupation and Support of Family." His physical description was medium height & build, light blue eyes, & dark brown hair. He signed his name "Klaus Johannes Stuebbe." Later records show that he wasn't called to serve.
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On January 20/21, 1920,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 31 & 28, were renting a home in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA. Klaus was a Minister in the Reformed Church.
Klaus J. Stuebbe - Head of household
Immigration Year - 1890
Father's Birthplace - Holland
Mother's Birthplace - Holland
Native Tongue - Dutch
Able to Speak English - Yes
Occupation - Minister
Industry - Reforestation Ranch US
Naturalization Status - Naturalized
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 31
Emma F Stuebbe 28 (wife - born in WI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebler 5
Calvin C J Stuebler 2 years & 6 months
Robert D Stuebler 0 (newly born)
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On January 1, 1925,
Reverend Klaus J & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 36 & 33, lived in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA.
Klaus J. Stuebbe
Gender - Male
Relation to Head - Head
Marital Status - Married
Spouse - Emma F Stuebbe
Father - Stuebbe
Father Birth Place - Hol Deu
Mother - Harmke Spuettel
Mother Age - 73
Mother Birth Year - abt 1852
Mother Birth Place - Holland
Parents' Marriage Place - Holland
Household Members
Reverend Klaus J Stuebbe 36
Emma F Stuebbe 33
Children:
Ester J Stuebbe 10
Calvin E Stuebbe 7
Robert D Stuebbe 5
Athniel K Stuebbe 1
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On April 17, 1930,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 41 & 38, were renting a home in Tripp, Hutchinson Co, SD where he was a Clergyman in the Reformed Church.
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 41 (born in Holland)
Emma F Stuebbe 38 (MI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebbe 15
Calvin E J Stuebbe 12
Robert D Stuebbe 10
Athniel K B Stuebbe 6
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 15, 1932
NEW HOLSTEIN
"Rev. and Mrs. Dietrich Bosma and family of Baxter, Iowa, Rev. and Mrs. Klaus Stuebbe and family of Tripp, South Dakota and Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Bosma of Milford, Neb., spent the past week with relatives in this city and also attended the synodical meeting at the Mission House at Franklin."
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Postville Herald
(Postville, IA)
Thursday, July 12, 1934
LUDLOW
"Friends of Rev. Klaus Stuebbe have been enjoying a short visit from him. Rev. Stuebbe, now of Tripp, S.D., was pastor of the Salem church here form many years. He was our guest speaker at the Fourth of July picnic and his message was one of cheer and encouragement."
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Green Bay Press-Gazette
(Green Bay, WI)
Saturday, September 5, 1936
"DR. K.J. STUEBBE TO DELIVER THE SERMON
Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, Tripp, S.D., president of the Synod of the Northwest of the Reformed church, will deliver the sermon at the First Reformed church here, at the corner of Pine street and Webster avenue tomorrow at 10 a.m. Dr. Stuebbe, who is active in the church, is one of the contributors to the book edited by the Rev. Emil Buehrer, pastor of the local church. The public is invited to attend the service."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Friday, July 1, 1938
"Tripp, S.D. - Rev. K.J. Stuebbe has returned after attending the general synod of the Evangelical and Reformed church in Columbus, O., this week. A speech he made to the executive committee opposing discussion of the right of conscientious objectors to refuse to bear arms when the country is attacked was used in a news broadcast."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Tuesday, June 6, 1939
"Tripp, S.D. - W. Odenbach, North Dakota student, has been engaged for four months to take the place of Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, departing pastor of the Reformed church. The Stuebbe family, here 11 years, has gone to Manitowoc, Wis. While here Mr. Stuebbe united two congregations and served on the school board seven years. For two years he was president of the Northwest synod, embracing congregations west of Lake Michigan, and at present is a member of the executive committee of the synod."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, August 18, 1939
NEWTON
"The annual Mission Fest will be observed at the St. John's Reformed church Sunday, Aug. 20. The Rev. Klause Stuebbe of the neighboring congregation will speak for both English and German services."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
June 4, 1942
Klaus & Emma's son, Calvin, was ordained to the ministry at Newton Church in Newton, WI. (News about his ordination is on Calvin's memorial.)
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News about Calvin's wedding ceremony was published in the The Sheboygan Press on June 19, 1942 (shown on Calvin's memorial).
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, September 8, 1942
"FAREWELL PARTY
For Miss Esther Stuebbe, who is leaving to teach school at Bellvedere, Ill., there was a farewell party on Thursday evening at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, in Newton given by the members of the Newton Reformed church choir, which she has directed for several years. For the past four years Miss Stuebbe has been teaching the first four grades at the White Trail school and at Bellvedere she will be in charge of the fifth grade and music.
At the party bunco and other games were played. In bunco the best totals were made by Mrs. Erwin Bruckschen and Raymond Goeke and the low scores were those of miss Edna Hochkammer and Athniel Stuebbe. There were 34 guests present."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, January 27, 1943
"CELEBRATION OF 59TH ANNIVERSARY HELD AT NEWTON
The celebration of the 59th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. E.D. Bosma on Sunday was in the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton of which their son-in-law, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, is the pastor.
After the regular services at the church, the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe gave a short talk and re-blessed the bridal pair. Their daughter, Mrs. S. Pennington and their grandson, Athniel Stuebbe, sang a duet, 'Jesus Lover of my Soul,' and the former also presented 'Perfect Prayer' as a solo number. From their children the couple received a bouquet of carnations, chrysanthemums and snapdragons.
Mr. and Mrs. Bosma were married by the Rev. L. Zenk in New Holstein on Jan. 22, 1884. They lived in New Holstein until 1913, when Mr. Bosma went into business at Milford, Neb. He retired a few years ago and the couple is now spending the winter visiting their three daughters in Wisconsin.
Six of the couple's children are living, the Rev. D.E. Bosma of Baxter, Iowa, who telephoned his congratulations to his parents on Friday; Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton; Mrs. O. Aggen, Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. H. Winkel, Chilton; and Mrs. S. Pennington, Manitowoc."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, April 29, 1943
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., spent the week-end at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, June 30, 1943
"PASTOR AND WIFE SURPRISED WITH PARTY ON ANNIVERSARY
On Wednesday evening, the members of the Salem Ebenezer and St. John's Reformed churches in newton, surprised their pastor and his wife, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, when they entertained for them at a part in observance of their 30th wedding anniversary.
The evening commenced with church services at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Schildknecht of Jackson, a friend of the couple. The choir sang a hymn and a duet,'Abide With Me,' was offered by Paul Grosshuesch and Athniel Stuebbe.
After the services a social gather was held at the adjoining school house where the following program was presented: women's quartet, 'Wedding Bells,' . . . A gift was presented to the couple. Later in the evening refreshments were served."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, October 13, 1943
NEWTON
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe returned to their home on Friday after spending several weeks in South Dakota visiting friends and visiting Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Nebraska, and spending some time with their son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe, in Iowa. Sunday afternoon the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe had charge of the Mission Fest services in West Bend, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 23, 1943
NEWTON
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., is speding the Christmas holidays with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, February 10, 1944
NEWTON
"Robert Stuebbe (Klaus & Emma's son) of the Mission House seminary had charge of the church services on Sunday in the St. John's Reformed church of Centerville and the Salemk Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton.
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe left Thursday for Garner, Ia., where he had charge of the church services. From there he will to to Schaler, Ia., to visit with his son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, August 2, 1944
"Lieut. Athniel Stuebbe of Florida is home with his parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, for a few days. "
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The Mason City Globe-Gazette
(Mason City, IA)
Monday, August 13, 1945
"Garner - The Rev. and Mrs. R. D. Stuebbe and son left recently for a 3 weeks' visit with the former's father, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe and with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Busse at Manitowoc, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 5, 1946
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and daughter, Esther, spent Thanksgiving at La Crosse with the Rev. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 10, 1947
"The pastor, his wife and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and Esther, will leave Monday for an extended trip through the West. In La Crosse, Garner, Ia., and Sutton, Neb., they will visit their children. They will also spend some time with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Milford, Neb., and her sister in Los Angeles, Calif. During the five or six weeks they expect to be traveling, Prof. Alvin Grether of mission House will substitute for the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 13, 1948
"BAPTISMS HELD
During the 10 a.m. service at Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Newton on Sunday morning, two infants were administered the rites of baptism. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot, received the name, Steven Athniel, when he was baptized by his grandfather, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, June 9, 1949
"On Sunday evening, the congregation of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church surprised the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe in honor of the former having served as pastor of the congregation for the past 10 years ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, June 24, 1950
"MISS STUEBBE IS BRIDE TODAY OF ATTORNEY HORN
Miss Esther Stuebbe exchanged marriage vows with Attorney Robert W. Horn, this afternoon during a two o'clock ceremony in Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Town newton,. Today also marks the 37th wedding anniversary of the bride's parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, route 3, Manitowoc, and her father officiated at the service.
The bride chose her cousin, Mrs. Ben Pientka of Milwaukee, as her matron of honor, and had two bridesmaids, Mrs. Allan Follett, the bridegroom's sister of Madison, and mrs. A.B. Stuebbe, Michicot, a sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girls were Judith Ann and Carol Stuebbe, the bride's nieces, who came from Sutton, Neb. Robert Stuebbe, a nephew from Garner, Ia., was the ring bearer.
Duties of best man were assumed by Eugene Salter, Milwaukee, a cousin of the bridegroom. Groomsman roles were taken by Allan Follett and A.B. Stuebbe, who also doubled as ushers.
Persons in the church choir sang 'Pilot Me O Savior' and Misses Doris and Dolores Grosshuesch presented 'The Lord's Prayer; as a duet. Mrs. Walter Hoyer was the organist.
Five hundred relatives and friends are attending the reception being held this afternoon on the lawn of the Stuebbe home. Guest, numbering 130 persons, will have supper at the same place.
Following a 10-day honeymoon trip to northern Wisconsin, the newlyweds will be residing in Valders, after July 4. The former Miss Stuebbe is a graduate of Tripp high school at Tripp, S.D., and mission House college. For the past five years, she has taught in Valders, where Attorney Horn is a lawyer and village attorney. He received diplomas from Valders High school and the law school at the University of Wisconsin. The bridegroom, son of Dr. and Mrs. Walter Horn, Valders, also served in Europe during the war."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, October 12, 1950
"NEWTON NEWS
Newton. - Mrs. Henry Treick was hostess when the Ladies' Aid of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church held their regular monthly meeting at the schoolhouse Thursday afternoon. The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, who was vacationing at the time of his birthday, was presented with a belated birthday gift from the society. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 13, 1951
"DOUBLE BAPTISM HELD ON SUNDAY
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe officiated at the baptism of his two grandchildren during the Sunday morning service at Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church in newton,. The children are Elizabeth Ann Horn, daughter of Atty. and Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, and Kay Jae Stuebbe whose parents are Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot. Dinner was served later at the Stuebbe home. ...
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 2, 1953
"NEWTON PASTOR, WIFE HAVE 40TH WEDDING OBSERVANCES
The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last week, and also the 40th anniversary of the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe's ministry was observed.
Actual date of the wedding anniversary is June 24. That evening, the Ladies' Aid Society of the Reformed Church, Newton, and husbands of members had a surprise party in the couple's honor. A branch of a tree had been painted and decorated with money and was presented to the couple.
On Sunday, the entire congregation surprised the celebrants by having a special service during the 10 o'clock worship period. Two sons of the couple, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe and the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, conducted the service, during which the anthem, 'The Holy City' was sung by the choir. After the service, a pot-luck dinner was served in the schoolhouse basement to the congregation and friends.
During the afternoon, an informal program was held with the Rev. Lorenz Huenemann as master of ceremonies. A special offering that morning was given to the celebrants.
The Rev. Mr. Stuebbe attended Mission House Academy College and Seminary, having graduated from the seminary in 1913. On June 24, he was wed to the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. Three sons and a daughter are in the family circle. They are Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe, Sutton, Neb., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, Bakersfield, Calif., and A. B. Stuebbe, Manitowoc. All were present with their families for the event.
After graduation, the couple moved to Waukon, Ia., where the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe had accepted a call. They were thee more than 15 years and in 1928 moved to Tripp, S.D., where they lived for almost 11 years. In 1939 they came to Newton.
Out-of-county guests at the celebrations included the following: The Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe, Judith, Carol, David, Jean and Jan, Sutton, Neb.; the Rev. and Mrs. Robert Stuebbe, Robert, Jon and Joan, Bakersfield, Calif.; the Rev. and Mrs. Lorenz Huenemann, Margaret and Joel, Oostburg; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schildknecht, the Rev. T. Schildknect and Norma, Mr and Mrs. Klaus De Buhr, Mrs. Ben Pientka, Dawn and Janet, Milwaukee, and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Winkel, Chilton. The latter is a sister of Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe.
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, September 30, 1955
NEWTON NEWS
"After having been confined at the memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, for 2 1/2 weeks, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe was able to return home Sunday. ... . Monday the Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe and children arrived from Sutton, Neb., to spend a day with the former's father."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, April 11, 1961
"DR. STUEBBE RELINQUISHES PASTORATE
Newton - The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, pastor of Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church here for 22 years, has resigned due to ill health.
Dr. and Mrs. Stuebbe, who plan to moved to Valders to make their home with their daughter, Mrs. Robert Horn, were honored at a farewell service Sunday.
The Rev. Chester Ploeger, Garner, Iowa, presented the sermon, the choir sang two selections, and kay Jae and Steven Stuebbe, granchildren of the honored couple, sang 'Rock of Ages.' Farwell talks were given by the Rev. henry Vriesen of Newton, and the Rev. Emil Buehrer of Green Bay. There were a number of congratulatory messages from various congregations. The Stuebbes also were presented with a farewell gift.
SEMINARY GRADUATE
A 1913 graduate of mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was honored by his alma mater in 1936 when he received an honorary degree of doctor of divinity.
During 48 years as a minister, Dr. Stuebbe served the Salem Reformed Church in Waukon, Iowa, from 1913 to 1928, and the Friedens Reformed Church in Tripp, S.D., from 1828 to 1939. He was named pastor of the Newton church on may 29, 1939.
Mrs. Stuebbe is the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. The couple was married in June 1913, and has three sons and a daughter, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D. the Revb. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif."
Klaus died on March 3, 1962.
Wisconsin Death Index, 1959-1997
Name - Klaus J Stuebbe
Age - 73
Sex - M
Birth Date - abt 1889
Death Date - 3 Mar 1962
Certificate - 007789
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, March 3, 1962
"REV. DR. K.J. STUEBBE
The Rev. Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, 73, Valders, former pastor of Newton Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, died early today at his home after an illness of about one year.
The funeral service, to be announced Monday will be held at the church at Newton with the Rev. Norman C. Hoeflinger, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The Farley Funeral Home in Valders is handling the arrangements.
A graduate of Mission House Academy, Mission House College, and Mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was ordained in June 1913, at Waukon, Iowa, continuing there as pastor until 1928. Dr. Stuebbe served as pastor at Tripp, S.D., from 1928 to 1939 when he was named pastor of the Newton church. He retired last year and moved to Valders in May 1961.
Born in The Netherlands on August 31, 1888, he was a son of the late John and Harmke Stuebbe and married the former Emma Bosma on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Survivors are his widow; three sons, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif., Athniel B. a Manitowoc Lincoln high School teacher; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Esther) Horn of Valders; 13 grandchildren, and a brother, Harm, of Zanesville, Ohio."
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Klaus was a son of John and Harmke Stuebbe.
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 29, 1913
"GRADUATING CLASS OF THE FRANKLIN SEMINARY
For three long years the members of the Mission House at Franklin have studied theology and have worked together. But now the time has come when all must part in different directions where they are called to preach the Word of God. We give in the following a picture and short sketch of each of the class. First those that were born in other countries and then those born in America.
K.J. STUEBBE
K.J. Stuebbe was born in Niew Berta, Holland. When he was but 2 years of age his parents came to Americas with him. They settled at first in Freeport, Ill., later at Monroe, South Dakota. he entered the M.H. at the age of 16. As he was a member of the Holland Ref. church, she soon became a member of our church. So he is planning to go to Waukon, Iowa for his field of work."
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Klaus, age 24, married Emma F.Bosma, age 21, on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Klaus, a Minister of the Gospel, age 28, & his wife, Emma, & their child, were living at R.R. 1 in Wauhon, IA when he registered for the WWI Draft on June 5, 1917. The date & place of his birth was August 31, 1888, Niew Berta, Holland. He claimed an exemption for "Occupation and Support of Family." His physical description was medium height & build, light blue eyes, & dark brown hair. He signed his name "Klaus Johannes Stuebbe." Later records show that he wasn't called to serve.
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On January 20/21, 1920,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 31 & 28, were renting a home in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA. Klaus was a Minister in the Reformed Church.
Klaus J. Stuebbe - Head of household
Immigration Year - 1890
Father's Birthplace - Holland
Mother's Birthplace - Holland
Native Tongue - Dutch
Able to Speak English - Yes
Occupation - Minister
Industry - Reforestation Ranch US
Naturalization Status - Naturalized
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 31
Emma F Stuebbe 28 (wife - born in WI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebler 5
Calvin C J Stuebler 2 years & 6 months
Robert D Stuebler 0 (newly born)
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On January 1, 1925,
Reverend Klaus J & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 36 & 33, lived in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA.
Klaus J. Stuebbe
Gender - Male
Relation to Head - Head
Marital Status - Married
Spouse - Emma F Stuebbe
Father - Stuebbe
Father Birth Place - Hol Deu
Mother - Harmke Spuettel
Mother Age - 73
Mother Birth Year - abt 1852
Mother Birth Place - Holland
Parents' Marriage Place - Holland
Household Members
Reverend Klaus J Stuebbe 36
Emma F Stuebbe 33
Children:
Ester J Stuebbe 10
Calvin E Stuebbe 7
Robert D Stuebbe 5
Athniel K Stuebbe 1
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On April 17, 1930,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 41 & 38, were renting a home in Tripp, Hutchinson Co, SD where he was a Clergyman in the Reformed Church.
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 41 (born in Holland)
Emma F Stuebbe 38 (MI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebbe 15
Calvin E J Stuebbe 12
Robert D Stuebbe 10
Athniel K B Stuebbe 6
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 15, 1932
NEW HOLSTEIN
"Rev. and Mrs. Dietrich Bosma and family of Baxter, Iowa, Rev. and Mrs. Klaus Stuebbe and family of Tripp, South Dakota and Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Bosma of Milford, Neb., spent the past week with relatives in this city and also attended the synodical meeting at the Mission House at Franklin."
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Postville Herald
(Postville, IA)
Thursday, July 12, 1934
LUDLOW
"Friends of Rev. Klaus Stuebbe have been enjoying a short visit from him. Rev. Stuebbe, now of Tripp, S.D., was pastor of the Salem church here form many years. He was our guest speaker at the Fourth of July picnic and his message was one of cheer and encouragement."
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Green Bay Press-Gazette
(Green Bay, WI)
Saturday, September 5, 1936
"DR. K.J. STUEBBE TO DELIVER THE SERMON
Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, Tripp, S.D., president of the Synod of the Northwest of the Reformed church, will deliver the sermon at the First Reformed church here, at the corner of Pine street and Webster avenue tomorrow at 10 a.m. Dr. Stuebbe, who is active in the church, is one of the contributors to the book edited by the Rev. Emil Buehrer, pastor of the local church. The public is invited to attend the service."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Friday, July 1, 1938
"Tripp, S.D. - Rev. K.J. Stuebbe has returned after attending the general synod of the Evangelical and Reformed church in Columbus, O., this week. A speech he made to the executive committee opposing discussion of the right of conscientious objectors to refuse to bear arms when the country is attacked was used in a news broadcast."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Tuesday, June 6, 1939
"Tripp, S.D. - W. Odenbach, North Dakota student, has been engaged for four months to take the place of Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, departing pastor of the Reformed church. The Stuebbe family, here 11 years, has gone to Manitowoc, Wis. While here Mr. Stuebbe united two congregations and served on the school board seven years. For two years he was president of the Northwest synod, embracing congregations west of Lake Michigan, and at present is a member of the executive committee of the synod."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, August 18, 1939
NEWTON
"The annual Mission Fest will be observed at the St. John's Reformed church Sunday, Aug. 20. The Rev. Klause Stuebbe of the neighboring congregation will speak for both English and German services."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
June 4, 1942
Klaus & Emma's son, Calvin, was ordained to the ministry at Newton Church in Newton, WI. (News about his ordination is on Calvin's memorial.)
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News about Calvin's wedding ceremony was published in the The Sheboygan Press on June 19, 1942 (shown on Calvin's memorial).
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, September 8, 1942
"FAREWELL PARTY
For Miss Esther Stuebbe, who is leaving to teach school at Bellvedere, Ill., there was a farewell party on Thursday evening at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, in Newton given by the members of the Newton Reformed church choir, which she has directed for several years. For the past four years Miss Stuebbe has been teaching the first four grades at the White Trail school and at Bellvedere she will be in charge of the fifth grade and music.
At the party bunco and other games were played. In bunco the best totals were made by Mrs. Erwin Bruckschen and Raymond Goeke and the low scores were those of miss Edna Hochkammer and Athniel Stuebbe. There were 34 guests present."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, January 27, 1943
"CELEBRATION OF 59TH ANNIVERSARY HELD AT NEWTON
The celebration of the 59th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. E.D. Bosma on Sunday was in the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton of which their son-in-law, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, is the pastor.
After the regular services at the church, the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe gave a short talk and re-blessed the bridal pair. Their daughter, Mrs. S. Pennington and their grandson, Athniel Stuebbe, sang a duet, 'Jesus Lover of my Soul,' and the former also presented 'Perfect Prayer' as a solo number. From their children the couple received a bouquet of carnations, chrysanthemums and snapdragons.
Mr. and Mrs. Bosma were married by the Rev. L. Zenk in New Holstein on Jan. 22, 1884. They lived in New Holstein until 1913, when Mr. Bosma went into business at Milford, Neb. He retired a few years ago and the couple is now spending the winter visiting their three daughters in Wisconsin.
Six of the couple's children are living, the Rev. D.E. Bosma of Baxter, Iowa, who telephoned his congratulations to his parents on Friday; Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton; Mrs. O. Aggen, Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. H. Winkel, Chilton; and Mrs. S. Pennington, Manitowoc."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, April 29, 1943
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., spent the week-end at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, June 30, 1943
"PASTOR AND WIFE SURPRISED WITH PARTY ON ANNIVERSARY
On Wednesday evening, the members of the Salem Ebenezer and St. John's Reformed churches in newton, surprised their pastor and his wife, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, when they entertained for them at a part in observance of their 30th wedding anniversary.
The evening commenced with church services at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Schildknecht of Jackson, a friend of the couple. The choir sang a hymn and a duet,'Abide With Me,' was offered by Paul Grosshuesch and Athniel Stuebbe.
After the services a social gather was held at the adjoining school house where the following program was presented: women's quartet, 'Wedding Bells,' . . . A gift was presented to the couple. Later in the evening refreshments were served."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, October 13, 1943
NEWTON
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe returned to their home on Friday after spending several weeks in South Dakota visiting friends and visiting Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Nebraska, and spending some time with their son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe, in Iowa. Sunday afternoon the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe had charge of the Mission Fest services in West Bend, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 23, 1943
NEWTON
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., is speding the Christmas holidays with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, February 10, 1944
NEWTON
"Robert Stuebbe (Klaus & Emma's son) of the Mission House seminary had charge of the church services on Sunday in the St. John's Reformed church of Centerville and the Salemk Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton.
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe left Thursday for Garner, Ia., where he had charge of the church services. From there he will to to Schaler, Ia., to visit with his son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, August 2, 1944
"Lieut. Athniel Stuebbe of Florida is home with his parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, for a few days. "
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The Mason City Globe-Gazette
(Mason City, IA)
Monday, August 13, 1945
"Garner - The Rev. and Mrs. R. D. Stuebbe and son left recently for a 3 weeks' visit with the former's father, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe and with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Busse at Manitowoc, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 5, 1946
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and daughter, Esther, spent Thanksgiving at La Crosse with the Rev. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 10, 1947
"The pastor, his wife and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and Esther, will leave Monday for an extended trip through the West. In La Crosse, Garner, Ia., and Sutton, Neb., they will visit their children. They will also spend some time with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Milford, Neb., and her sister in Los Angeles, Calif. During the five or six weeks they expect to be traveling, Prof. Alvin Grether of mission House will substitute for the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 13, 1948
"BAPTISMS HELD
During the 10 a.m. service at Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Newton on Sunday morning, two infants were administered the rites of baptism. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot, received the name, Steven Athniel, when he was baptized by his grandfather, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, June 9, 1949
"On Sunday evening, the congregation of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church surprised the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe in honor of the former having served as pastor of the congregation for the past 10 years ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, June 24, 1950
"MISS STUEBBE IS BRIDE TODAY OF ATTORNEY HORN
Miss Esther Stuebbe exchanged marriage vows with Attorney Robert W. Horn, this afternoon during a two o'clock ceremony in Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Town newton,. Today also marks the 37th wedding anniversary of the bride's parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, route 3, Manitowoc, and her father officiated at the service.
The bride chose her cousin, Mrs. Ben Pientka of Milwaukee, as her matron of honor, and had two bridesmaids, Mrs. Allan Follett, the bridegroom's sister of Madison, and mrs. A.B. Stuebbe, Michicot, a sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girls were Judith Ann and Carol Stuebbe, the bride's nieces, who came from Sutton, Neb. Robert Stuebbe, a nephew from Garner, Ia., was the ring bearer.
Duties of best man were assumed by Eugene Salter, Milwaukee, a cousin of the bridegroom. Groomsman roles were taken by Allan Follett and A.B. Stuebbe, who also doubled as ushers.
Persons in the church choir sang 'Pilot Me O Savior' and Misses Doris and Dolores Grosshuesch presented 'The Lord's Prayer; as a duet. Mrs. Walter Hoyer was the organist.
Five hundred relatives and friends are attending the reception being held this afternoon on the lawn of the Stuebbe home. Guest, numbering 130 persons, will have supper at the same place.
Following a 10-day honeymoon trip to northern Wisconsin, the newlyweds will be residing in Valders, after July 4. The former Miss Stuebbe is a graduate of Tripp high school at Tripp, S.D., and mission House college. For the past five years, she has taught in Valders, where Attorney Horn is a lawyer and village attorney. He received diplomas from Valders High school and the law school at the University of Wisconsin. The bridegroom, son of Dr. and Mrs. Walter Horn, Valders, also served in Europe during the war."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, October 12, 1950
"NEWTON NEWS
Newton. - Mrs. Henry Treick was hostess when the Ladies' Aid of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church held their regular monthly meeting at the schoolhouse Thursday afternoon. The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, who was vacationing at the time of his birthday, was presented with a belated birthday gift from the society. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 13, 1951
"DOUBLE BAPTISM HELD ON SUNDAY
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe officiated at the baptism of his two grandchildren during the Sunday morning service at Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church in newton,. The children are Elizabeth Ann Horn, daughter of Atty. and Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, and Kay Jae Stuebbe whose parents are Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot. Dinner was served later at the Stuebbe home. ...
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 2, 1953
"NEWTON PASTOR, WIFE HAVE 40TH WEDDING OBSERVANCES
The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last week, and also the 40th anniversary of the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe's ministry was observed.
Actual date of the wedding anniversary is June 24. That evening, the Ladies' Aid Society of the Reformed Church, Newton, and husbands of members had a surprise party in the couple's honor. A branch of a tree had been painted and decorated with money and was presented to the couple.
On Sunday, the entire congregation surprised the celebrants by having a special service during the 10 o'clock worship period. Two sons of the couple, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe and the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, conducted the service, during which the anthem, 'The Holy City' was sung by the choir. After the service, a pot-luck dinner was served in the schoolhouse basement to the congregation and friends.
During the afternoon, an informal program was held with the Rev. Lorenz Huenemann as master of ceremonies. A special offering that morning was given to the celebrants.
The Rev. Mr. Stuebbe attended Mission House Academy College and Seminary, having graduated from the seminary in 1913. On June 24, he was wed to the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. Three sons and a daughter are in the family circle. They are Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe, Sutton, Neb., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, Bakersfield, Calif., and A. B. Stuebbe, Manitowoc. All were present with their families for the event.
After graduation, the couple moved to Waukon, Ia., where the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe had accepted a call. They were thee more than 15 years and in 1928 moved to Tripp, S.D., where they lived for almost 11 years. In 1939 they came to Newton.
Out-of-county guests at the celebrations included the following: The Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe, Judith, Carol, David, Jean and Jan, Sutton, Neb.; the Rev. and Mrs. Robert Stuebbe, Robert, Jon and Joan, Bakersfield, Calif.; the Rev. and Mrs. Lorenz Huenemann, Margaret and Joel, Oostburg; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schildknecht, the Rev. T. Schildknect and Norma, Mr and Mrs. Klaus De Buhr, Mrs. Ben Pientka, Dawn and Janet, Milwaukee, and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Winkel, Chilton. The latter is a sister of Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe.
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, September 30, 1955
NEWTON NEWS
"After having been confined at the memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, for 2 1/2 weeks, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe was able to return home Sunday. ... . Monday the Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe and children arrived from Sutton, Neb., to spend a day with the former's father."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, April 11, 1961
"DR. STUEBBE RELINQUISHES PASTORATE
Newton - The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, pastor of Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church here for 22 years, has resigned due to ill health.
Dr. and Mrs. Stuebbe, who plan to moved to Valders to make their home with their daughter, Mrs. Robert Horn, were honored at a farewell service Sunday.
The Rev. Chester Ploeger, Garner, Iowa, presented the sermon, the choir sang two selections, and kay Jae and Steven Stuebbe, granchildren of the honored couple, sang 'Rock of Ages.' Farwell talks were given by the Rev. henry Vriesen of Newton, and the Rev. Emil Buehrer of Green Bay. There were a number of congratulatory messages from various congregations. The Stuebbes also were presented with a farewell gift.
SEMINARY GRADUATE
A 1913 graduate of mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was honored by his alma mater in 1936 when he received an honorary degree of doctor of divinity.
During 48 years as a minister, Dr. Stuebbe served the Salem Reformed Church in Waukon, Iowa, from 1913 to 1928, and the Friedens Reformed Church in Tripp, S.D., from 1828 to 1939. He was named pastor of the Newton church on may 29, 1939.
Mrs. Stuebbe is the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. The couple was married in June 1913, and has three sons and a daughter, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D. the Revb. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif."
Klaus died on March 3, 1962.
Wisconsin Death Index, 1959-1997
Name - Klaus J Stuebbe
Age - 73
Sex - M
Birth Date - abt 1889
Death Date - 3 Mar 1962
Certificate - 007789
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, March 3, 1962
"REV. DR. K.J. STUEBBE
The Rev. Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, 73, Valders, former pastor of Newton Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, died early today at his home after an illness of about one year.
The funeral service, to be announced Monday will be held at the church at Newton with the Rev. Norman C. Hoeflinger, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The Farley Funeral Home in Valders is handling the arrangements.
A graduate of Mission House Academy, Mission House College, and Mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was ordained in June 1913, at Waukon, Iowa, continuing there as pastor until 1928. Dr. Stuebbe served as pastor at Tripp, S.D., from 1928 to 1939 when he was named pastor of the Newton church. He retired last year and moved to Valders in May 1961.
Born in The Netherlands on August 31, 1888, he was a son of the late John and Harmke Stuebbe and married the former Emma Bosma on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Survivors are his widow; three sons, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif., Athniel B. a Manitowoc Lincoln high School teacher; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Esther) Horn of Valders; 13 grandchildren, and a brother, Harm, of Zanesville, Ohio."
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Klaus's graduation picture in the Sheboygan Press in 1913 shown on right.
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Klaus was a son of John and Harmke Stuebbe.
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 29, 1913
"GRADUATING CLASS OF THE FRANKLIN SEMINARY
For three long years the members of the Mission House at Franklin have studied theology and have worked together. But now the time has come when all must part in different directions where they are called to preach the Word of God. We give in the following a picture and short sketch of each of the class. First those that were born in other countries and then those born in America.
K.J. STUEBBE
K.J. Stuebbe was born in Niew Berta, Holland. When he was but 2 years of age his parents came to Americas with him. They settled at first in Freeport, Ill., later at Monroe, South Dakota. he entered the M.H. at the age of 16. As he was a member of the Holland Ref. church, she soon became a member of our church. So he is planning to go to Waukon, Iowa for his field of work."
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Klaus, age 24, married Emma F.Bosma, age 21, on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Klaus, a Minister of the Gospel, age 28, & his wife, Emma, & their child, were living at R.R. 1 in Wauhon, IA when he registered for the WWI Draft on June 5, 1917. The date & place of his birth was August 31, 1888, Niew Berta, Holland. He claimed an exemption for "Occupation and Support of Family." His physical description was medium height & build, light blue eyes, & dark brown hair. He signed his name "Klaus Johannes Stuebbe." Later records show that he wasn't called to serve.
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On January 20/21, 1920,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 31 & 28, were renting a home in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA. Klaus was a Minister in the Reformed Church.
Klaus J. Stuebbe - Head of household
Immigration Year - 1890
Father's Birthplace - Holland
Mother's Birthplace - Holland
Native Tongue - Dutch
Able to Speak English - Yes
Occupation - Minister
Industry - Reforestation Ranch US
Naturalization Status - Naturalized
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 31
Emma F Stuebbe 28 (wife - born in WI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebler 5
Calvin C J Stuebler 2 years & 6 months
Robert D Stuebler 0 (newly born)
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On January 1, 1925,
Reverend Klaus J & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 36 & 33, lived in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA.
Klaus J. Stuebbe
Gender - Male
Relation to Head - Head
Marital Status - Married
Spouse - Emma F Stuebbe
Father - Stuebbe
Father Birth Place - Hol Deu
Mother - Harmke Spuettel
Mother Age - 73
Mother Birth Year - abt 1852
Mother Birth Place - Holland
Parents' Marriage Place - Holland
Household Members
Reverend Klaus J Stuebbe 36
Emma F Stuebbe 33
Children:
Ester J Stuebbe 10
Calvin E Stuebbe 7
Robert D Stuebbe 5
Athniel K Stuebbe 1
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On April 17, 1930,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 41 & 38, were renting a home in Tripp, Hutchinson Co, SD where he was a Clergyman in the Reformed Church.
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 41 (born in Holland)
Emma F Stuebbe 38 (MI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebbe 15
Calvin E J Stuebbe 12
Robert D Stuebbe 10
Athniel K B Stuebbe 6
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 15, 1932
NEW HOLSTEIN
"Rev. and Mrs. Dietrich Bosma and family of Baxter, Iowa, Rev. and Mrs. Klaus Stuebbe and family of Tripp, South Dakota and Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Bosma of Milford, Neb., spent the past week with relatives in this city and also attended the synodical meeting at the Mission House at Franklin."
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Postville Herald
(Postville, IA)
Thursday, July 12, 1934
LUDLOW
"Friends of Rev. Klaus Stuebbe have been enjoying a short visit from him. Rev. Stuebbe, now of Tripp, S.D., was pastor of the Salem church here form many years. He was our guest speaker at the Fourth of July picnic and his message was one of cheer and encouragement."
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Green Bay Press-Gazette
(Green Bay, WI)
Saturday, September 5, 1936
"DR. K.J. STUEBBE TO DELIVER THE SERMON
Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, Tripp, S.D., president of the Synod of the Northwest of the Reformed church, will deliver the sermon at the First Reformed church here, at the corner of Pine street and Webster avenue tomorrow at 10 a.m. Dr. Stuebbe, who is active in the church, is one of the contributors to the book edited by the Rev. Emil Buehrer, pastor of the local church. The public is invited to attend the service."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Friday, July 1, 1938
"Tripp, S.D. - Rev. K.J. Stuebbe has returned after attending the general synod of the Evangelical and Reformed church in Columbus, O., this week. A speech he made to the executive committee opposing discussion of the right of conscientious objectors to refuse to bear arms when the country is attacked was used in a news broadcast."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Tuesday, June 6, 1939
"Tripp, S.D. - W. Odenbach, North Dakota student, has been engaged for four months to take the place of Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, departing pastor of the Reformed church. The Stuebbe family, here 11 years, has gone to Manitowoc, Wis. While here Mr. Stuebbe united two congregations and served on the school board seven years. For two years he was president of the Northwest synod, embracing congregations west of Lake Michigan, and at present is a member of the executive committee of the synod."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, August 18, 1939
NEWTON
"The annual Mission Fest will be observed at the St. John's Reformed church Sunday, Aug. 20. The Rev. Klause Stuebbe of the neighboring congregation will speak for both English and German services."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
June 4, 1942
Klaus & Emma's son, Calvin, was ordained to the ministry at Newton Church in Newton, WI. (News about his ordination is on Calvin's memorial.)
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News about Calvin's wedding ceremony was published in the The Sheboygan Press on June 19, 1942 (shown on Calvin's memorial).
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, September 8, 1942
"FAREWELL PARTY
For Miss Esther Stuebbe, who is leaving to teach school at Bellvedere, Ill., there was a farewell party on Thursday evening at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, in Newton given by the members of the Newton Reformed church choir, which she has directed for several years. For the past four years Miss Stuebbe has been teaching the first four grades at the White Trail school and at Bellvedere she will be in charge of the fifth grade and music.
At the party bunco and other games were played. In bunco the best totals were made by Mrs. Erwin Bruckschen and Raymond Goeke and the low scores were those of miss Edna Hochkammer and Athniel Stuebbe. There were 34 guests present."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, January 27, 1943
"CELEBRATION OF 59TH ANNIVERSARY HELD AT NEWTON
The celebration of the 59th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. E.D. Bosma on Sunday was in the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton of which their son-in-law, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, is the pastor.
After the regular services at the church, the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe gave a short talk and re-blessed the bridal pair. Their daughter, Mrs. S. Pennington and their grandson, Athniel Stuebbe, sang a duet, 'Jesus Lover of my Soul,' and the former also presented 'Perfect Prayer' as a solo number. From their children the couple received a bouquet of carnations, chrysanthemums and snapdragons.
Mr. and Mrs. Bosma were married by the Rev. L. Zenk in New Holstein on Jan. 22, 1884. They lived in New Holstein until 1913, when Mr. Bosma went into business at Milford, Neb. He retired a few years ago and the couple is now spending the winter visiting their three daughters in Wisconsin.
Six of the couple's children are living, the Rev. D.E. Bosma of Baxter, Iowa, who telephoned his congratulations to his parents on Friday; Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton; Mrs. O. Aggen, Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. H. Winkel, Chilton; and Mrs. S. Pennington, Manitowoc."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, April 29, 1943
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., spent the week-end at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, June 30, 1943
"PASTOR AND WIFE SURPRISED WITH PARTY ON ANNIVERSARY
On Wednesday evening, the members of the Salem Ebenezer and St. John's Reformed churches in newton, surprised their pastor and his wife, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, when they entertained for them at a part in observance of their 30th wedding anniversary.
The evening commenced with church services at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Schildknecht of Jackson, a friend of the couple. The choir sang a hymn and a duet,'Abide With Me,' was offered by Paul Grosshuesch and Athniel Stuebbe.
After the services a social gather was held at the adjoining school house where the following program was presented: women's quartet, 'Wedding Bells,' . . . A gift was presented to the couple. Later in the evening refreshments were served."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, October 13, 1943
NEWTON
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe returned to their home on Friday after spending several weeks in South Dakota visiting friends and visiting Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Nebraska, and spending some time with their son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe, in Iowa. Sunday afternoon the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe had charge of the Mission Fest services in West Bend, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 23, 1943
NEWTON
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., is speding the Christmas holidays with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, February 10, 1944
NEWTON
"Robert Stuebbe (Klaus & Emma's son) of the Mission House seminary had charge of the church services on Sunday in the St. John's Reformed church of Centerville and the Salemk Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton.
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe left Thursday for Garner, Ia., where he had charge of the church services. From there he will to to Schaler, Ia., to visit with his son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, August 2, 1944
"Lieut. Athniel Stuebbe of Florida is home with his parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, for a few days. "
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The Mason City Globe-Gazette
(Mason City, IA)
Monday, August 13, 1945
"Garner - The Rev. and Mrs. R. D. Stuebbe and son left recently for a 3 weeks' visit with the former's father, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe and with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Busse at Manitowoc, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 5, 1946
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and daughter, Esther, spent Thanksgiving at La Crosse with the Rev. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 10, 1947
"The pastor, his wife and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and Esther, will leave Monday for an extended trip through the West. In La Crosse, Garner, Ia., and Sutton, Neb., they will visit their children. They will also spend some time with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Milford, Neb., and her sister in Los Angeles, Calif. During the five or six weeks they expect to be traveling, Prof. Alvin Grether of mission House will substitute for the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 13, 1948
"BAPTISMS HELD
During the 10 a.m. service at Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Newton on Sunday morning, two infants were administered the rites of baptism. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot, received the name, Steven Athniel, when he was baptized by his grandfather, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, June 9, 1949
"On Sunday evening, the congregation of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church surprised the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe in honor of the former having served as pastor of the congregation for the past 10 years ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, June 24, 1950
"MISS STUEBBE IS BRIDE TODAY OF ATTORNEY HORN
Miss Esther Stuebbe exchanged marriage vows with Attorney Robert W. Horn, this afternoon during a two o'clock ceremony in Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Town newton,. Today also marks the 37th wedding anniversary of the bride's parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, route 3, Manitowoc, and her father officiated at the service.
The bride chose her cousin, Mrs. Ben Pientka of Milwaukee, as her matron of honor, and had two bridesmaids, Mrs. Allan Follett, the bridegroom's sister of Madison, and mrs. A.B. Stuebbe, Michicot, a sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girls were Judith Ann and Carol Stuebbe, the bride's nieces, who came from Sutton, Neb. Robert Stuebbe, a nephew from Garner, Ia., was the ring bearer.
Duties of best man were assumed by Eugene Salter, Milwaukee, a cousin of the bridegroom. Groomsman roles were taken by Allan Follett and A.B. Stuebbe, who also doubled as ushers.
Persons in the church choir sang 'Pilot Me O Savior' and Misses Doris and Dolores Grosshuesch presented 'The Lord's Prayer; as a duet. Mrs. Walter Hoyer was the organist.
Five hundred relatives and friends are attending the reception being held this afternoon on the lawn of the Stuebbe home. Guest, numbering 130 persons, will have supper at the same place.
Following a 10-day honeymoon trip to northern Wisconsin, the newlyweds will be residing in Valders, after July 4. The former Miss Stuebbe is a graduate of Tripp high school at Tripp, S.D., and mission House college. For the past five years, she has taught in Valders, where Attorney Horn is a lawyer and village attorney. He received diplomas from Valders High school and the law school at the University of Wisconsin. The bridegroom, son of Dr. and Mrs. Walter Horn, Valders, also served in Europe during the war."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, October 12, 1950
"NEWTON NEWS
Newton. - Mrs. Henry Treick was hostess when the Ladies' Aid of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church held their regular monthly meeting at the schoolhouse Thursday afternoon. The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, who was vacationing at the time of his birthday, was presented with a belated birthday gift from the society. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 13, 1951
"DOUBLE BAPTISM HELD ON SUNDAY
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe officiated at the baptism of his two grandchildren during the Sunday morning service at Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church in newton,. The children are Elizabeth Ann Horn, daughter of Atty. and Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, and Kay Jae Stuebbe whose parents are Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot. Dinner was served later at the Stuebbe home. ...
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 2, 1953
"NEWTON PASTOR, WIFE HAVE 40TH WEDDING OBSERVANCES
The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last week, and also the 40th anniversary of the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe's ministry was observed.
Actual date of the wedding anniversary is June 24. That evening, the Ladies' Aid Society of the Reformed Church, Newton, and husbands of members had a surprise party in the couple's honor. A branch of a tree had been painted and decorated with money and was presented to the couple.
On Sunday, the entire congregation surprised the celebrants by having a special service during the 10 o'clock worship period. Two sons of the couple, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe and the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, conducted the service, during which the anthem, 'The Holy City' was sung by the choir. After the service, a pot-luck dinner was served in the schoolhouse basement to the congregation and friends.
During the afternoon, an informal program was held with the Rev. Lorenz Huenemann as master of ceremonies. A special offering that morning was given to the celebrants.
The Rev. Mr. Stuebbe attended Mission House Academy College and Seminary, having graduated from the seminary in 1913. On June 24, he was wed to the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. Three sons and a daughter are in the family circle. They are Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe, Sutton, Neb., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, Bakersfield, Calif., and A. B. Stuebbe, Manitowoc. All were present with their families for the event.
After graduation, the couple moved to Waukon, Ia., where the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe had accepted a call. They were thee more than 15 years and in 1928 moved to Tripp, S.D., where they lived for almost 11 years. In 1939 they came to Newton.
Out-of-county guests at the celebrations included the following: The Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe, Judith, Carol, David, Jean and Jan, Sutton, Neb.; the Rev. and Mrs. Robert Stuebbe, Robert, Jon and Joan, Bakersfield, Calif.; the Rev. and Mrs. Lorenz Huenemann, Margaret and Joel, Oostburg; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schildknecht, the Rev. T. Schildknect and Norma, Mr and Mrs. Klaus De Buhr, Mrs. Ben Pientka, Dawn and Janet, Milwaukee, and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Winkel, Chilton. The latter is a sister of Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe.
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, September 30, 1955
NEWTON NEWS
"After having been confined at the memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, for 2 1/2 weeks, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe was able to return home Sunday. ... . Monday the Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe and children arrived from Sutton, Neb., to spend a day with the former's father."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, April 11, 1961
"DR. STUEBBE RELINQUISHES PASTORATE
Newton - The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, pastor of Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church here for 22 years, has resigned due to ill health.
Dr. and Mrs. Stuebbe, who plan to moved to Valders to make their home with their daughter, Mrs. Robert Horn, were honored at a farewell service Sunday.
The Rev. Chester Ploeger, Garner, Iowa, presented the sermon, the choir sang two selections, and kay Jae and Steven Stuebbe, granchildren of the honored couple, sang 'Rock of Ages.' Farwell talks were given by the Rev. henry Vriesen of Newton, and the Rev. Emil Buehrer of Green Bay. There were a number of congratulatory messages from various congregations. The Stuebbes also were presented with a farewell gift.
SEMINARY GRADUATE
A 1913 graduate of mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was honored by his alma mater in 1936 when he received an honorary degree of doctor of divinity.
During 48 years as a minister, Dr. Stuebbe served the Salem Reformed Church in Waukon, Iowa, from 1913 to 1928, and the Friedens Reformed Church in Tripp, S.D., from 1828 to 1939. He was named pastor of the Newton church on may 29, 1939.
Mrs. Stuebbe is the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. The couple was married in June 1913, and has three sons and a daughter, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D. the Revb. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif."
Klaus died on March 3, 1962.
Wisconsin Death Index, 1959-1997
Name - Klaus J Stuebbe
Age - 73
Sex - M
Birth Date - abt 1889
Death Date - 3 Mar 1962
Certificate - 007789
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, March 3, 1962
"REV. DR. K.J. STUEBBE
The Rev. Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, 73, Valders, former pastor of Newton Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, died early today at his home after an illness of about one year.
The funeral service, to be announced Monday will be held at the church at Newton with the Rev. Norman C. Hoeflinger, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The Farley Funeral Home in Valders is handling the arrangements.
A graduate of Mission House Academy, Mission House College, and Mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was ordained in June 1913, at Waukon, Iowa, continuing there as pastor until 1928. Dr. Stuebbe served as pastor at Tripp, S.D., from 1928 to 1939 when he was named pastor of the Newton church. He retired last year and moved to Valders in May 1961.
Born in The Netherlands on August 31, 1888, he was a son of the late John and Harmke Stuebbe and married the former Emma Bosma on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Survivors are his widow; three sons, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif., Athniel B. a Manitowoc Lincoln high School teacher; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Esther) Horn of Valders; 13 grandchildren, and a brother, Harm, of Zanesville, Ohio."
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Klaus was a son of John and Harmke Stuebbe.
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 29, 1913
"GRADUATING CLASS OF THE FRANKLIN SEMINARY
For three long years the members of the Mission House at Franklin have studied theology and have worked together. But now the time has come when all must part in different directions where they are called to preach the Word of God. We give in the following a picture and short sketch of each of the class. First those that were born in other countries and then those born in America.
K.J. STUEBBE
K.J. Stuebbe was born in Niew Berta, Holland. When he was but 2 years of age his parents came to Americas with him. They settled at first in Freeport, Ill., later at Monroe, South Dakota. he entered the M.H. at the age of 16. As he was a member of the Holland Ref. church, she soon became a member of our church. So he is planning to go to Waukon, Iowa for his field of work."
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Klaus, age 24, married Emma F.Bosma, age 21, on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Klaus, a Minister of the Gospel, age 28, & his wife, Emma, & their child, were living at R.R. 1 in Wauhon, IA when he registered for the WWI Draft on June 5, 1917. The date & place of his birth was August 31, 1888, Niew Berta, Holland. He claimed an exemption for "Occupation and Support of Family." His physical description was medium height & build, light blue eyes, & dark brown hair. He signed his name "Klaus Johannes Stuebbe." Later records show that he wasn't called to serve.
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On January 20/21, 1920,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 31 & 28, were renting a home in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA. Klaus was a Minister in the Reformed Church.
Klaus J. Stuebbe - Head of household
Immigration Year - 1890
Father's Birthplace - Holland
Mother's Birthplace - Holland
Native Tongue - Dutch
Able to Speak English - Yes
Occupation - Minister
Industry - Reforestation Ranch US
Naturalization Status - Naturalized
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 31
Emma F Stuebbe 28 (wife - born in WI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebler 5
Calvin C J Stuebler 2 years & 6 months
Robert D Stuebler 0 (newly born)
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On January 1, 1925,
Reverend Klaus J & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 36 & 33, lived in Ludlow, Allamakee Co, IA.
Klaus J. Stuebbe
Gender - Male
Relation to Head - Head
Marital Status - Married
Spouse - Emma F Stuebbe
Father - Stuebbe
Father Birth Place - Hol Deu
Mother - Harmke Spuettel
Mother Age - 73
Mother Birth Year - abt 1852
Mother Birth Place - Holland
Parents' Marriage Place - Holland
Household Members
Reverend Klaus J Stuebbe 36
Emma F Stuebbe 33
Children:
Ester J Stuebbe 10
Calvin E Stuebbe 7
Robert D Stuebbe 5
Athniel K Stuebbe 1
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On April 17, 1930,
Klaus J. & Emma F. Stuebbe, ages 41 & 38, were renting a home in Tripp, Hutchinson Co, SD where he was a Clergyman in the Reformed Church.
Household Members
Klaus J Stuebbe 41 (born in Holland)
Emma F Stuebbe 38 (MI)
Children: all born in IA
Esther J Stuebbe 15
Calvin E J Stuebbe 12
Robert D Stuebbe 10
Athniel K B Stuebbe 6
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 15, 1932
NEW HOLSTEIN
"Rev. and Mrs. Dietrich Bosma and family of Baxter, Iowa, Rev. and Mrs. Klaus Stuebbe and family of Tripp, South Dakota and Mr. and Mrs. E.J. Bosma of Milford, Neb., spent the past week with relatives in this city and also attended the synodical meeting at the Mission House at Franklin."
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Postville Herald
(Postville, IA)
Thursday, July 12, 1934
LUDLOW
"Friends of Rev. Klaus Stuebbe have been enjoying a short visit from him. Rev. Stuebbe, now of Tripp, S.D., was pastor of the Salem church here form many years. He was our guest speaker at the Fourth of July picnic and his message was one of cheer and encouragement."
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Green Bay Press-Gazette
(Green Bay, WI)
Saturday, September 5, 1936
"DR. K.J. STUEBBE TO DELIVER THE SERMON
Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, Tripp, S.D., president of the Synod of the Northwest of the Reformed church, will deliver the sermon at the First Reformed church here, at the corner of Pine street and Webster avenue tomorrow at 10 a.m. Dr. Stuebbe, who is active in the church, is one of the contributors to the book edited by the Rev. Emil Buehrer, pastor of the local church. The public is invited to attend the service."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Friday, July 1, 1938
"Tripp, S.D. - Rev. K.J. Stuebbe has returned after attending the general synod of the Evangelical and Reformed church in Columbus, O., this week. A speech he made to the executive committee opposing discussion of the right of conscientious objectors to refuse to bear arms when the country is attacked was used in a news broadcast."
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Argus-Leader
(Sioux Falls, SD)
Tuesday, June 6, 1939
"Tripp, S.D. - W. Odenbach, North Dakota student, has been engaged for four months to take the place of Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, departing pastor of the Reformed church. The Stuebbe family, here 11 years, has gone to Manitowoc, Wis. While here Mr. Stuebbe united two congregations and served on the school board seven years. For two years he was president of the Northwest synod, embracing congregations west of Lake Michigan, and at present is a member of the executive committee of the synod."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, August 18, 1939
NEWTON
"The annual Mission Fest will be observed at the St. John's Reformed church Sunday, Aug. 20. The Rev. Klause Stuebbe of the neighboring congregation will speak for both English and German services."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
June 4, 1942
Klaus & Emma's son, Calvin, was ordained to the ministry at Newton Church in Newton, WI. (News about his ordination is on Calvin's memorial.)
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News about Calvin's wedding ceremony was published in the The Sheboygan Press on June 19, 1942 (shown on Calvin's memorial).
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, September 8, 1942
"FAREWELL PARTY
For Miss Esther Stuebbe, who is leaving to teach school at Bellvedere, Ill., there was a farewell party on Thursday evening at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, in Newton given by the members of the Newton Reformed church choir, which she has directed for several years. For the past four years Miss Stuebbe has been teaching the first four grades at the White Trail school and at Bellvedere she will be in charge of the fifth grade and music.
At the party bunco and other games were played. In bunco the best totals were made by Mrs. Erwin Bruckschen and Raymond Goeke and the low scores were those of miss Edna Hochkammer and Athniel Stuebbe. There were 34 guests present."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, January 27, 1943
"CELEBRATION OF 59TH ANNIVERSARY HELD AT NEWTON
The celebration of the 59th wedding anniversary of Mr. and Mrs. E.D. Bosma on Sunday was in the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton of which their son-in-law, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, is the pastor.
After the regular services at the church, the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe gave a short talk and re-blessed the bridal pair. Their daughter, Mrs. S. Pennington and their grandson, Athniel Stuebbe, sang a duet, 'Jesus Lover of my Soul,' and the former also presented 'Perfect Prayer' as a solo number. From their children the couple received a bouquet of carnations, chrysanthemums and snapdragons.
Mr. and Mrs. Bosma were married by the Rev. L. Zenk in New Holstein on Jan. 22, 1884. They lived in New Holstein until 1913, when Mr. Bosma went into business at Milford, Neb. He retired a few years ago and the couple is now spending the winter visiting their three daughters in Wisconsin.
Six of the couple's children are living, the Rev. D.E. Bosma of Baxter, Iowa, who telephoned his congratulations to his parents on Friday; Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton; Mrs. O. Aggen, Los Angeles, Calif.; Mrs. H. Winkel, Chilton; and Mrs. S. Pennington, Manitowoc."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, April 29, 1943
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., spent the week-end at the home of her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, June 30, 1943
"PASTOR AND WIFE SURPRISED WITH PARTY ON ANNIVERSARY
On Wednesday evening, the members of the Salem Ebenezer and St. John's Reformed churches in newton, surprised their pastor and his wife, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, when they entertained for them at a part in observance of their 30th wedding anniversary.
The evening commenced with church services at the Salem Ebenezer Reformed church, conducted by the Rev. Mr. Schildknecht of Jackson, a friend of the couple. The choir sang a hymn and a duet,'Abide With Me,' was offered by Paul Grosshuesch and Athniel Stuebbe.
After the services a social gather was held at the adjoining school house where the following program was presented: women's quartet, 'Wedding Bells,' . . . A gift was presented to the couple. Later in the evening refreshments were served."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, October 13, 1943
NEWTON
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe returned to their home on Friday after spending several weeks in South Dakota visiting friends and visiting Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Nebraska, and spending some time with their son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe, in Iowa. Sunday afternoon the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe had charge of the Mission Fest services in West Bend, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 23, 1943
NEWTON
"Miss Esther Stuebbe of Belvidere, Ill., is speding the Christmas holidays with her parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, February 10, 1944
NEWTON
"Robert Stuebbe (Klaus & Emma's son) of the Mission House seminary had charge of the church services on Sunday in the St. John's Reformed church of Centerville and the Salemk Ebenezer Reformed church of Newton.
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe left Thursday for Garner, Ia., where he had charge of the church services. From there he will to to Schaler, Ia., to visit with his son, the Rev. C. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Wednesday, August 2, 1944
"Lieut. Athniel Stuebbe of Florida is home with his parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, for a few days. "
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The Mason City Globe-Gazette
(Mason City, IA)
Monday, August 13, 1945
"Garner - The Rev. and Mrs. R. D. Stuebbe and son left recently for a 3 weeks' visit with the former's father, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe and with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Busse at Manitowoc, Wis."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, December 5, 1946
"The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and daughter, Esther, spent Thanksgiving at La Crosse with the Rev. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 10, 1947
"The pastor, his wife and daughter, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe and Esther, will leave Monday for an extended trip through the West. In La Crosse, Garner, Ia., and Sutton, Neb., they will visit their children. They will also spend some time with Mrs. Stuebbe's parents in Milford, Neb., and her sister in Los Angeles, Calif. During the five or six weeks they expect to be traveling, Prof. Alvin Grether of mission House will substitute for the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, May 13, 1948
"BAPTISMS HELD
During the 10 a.m. service at Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Newton on Sunday morning, two infants were administered the rites of baptism. The infant son of Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot, received the name, Steven Athniel, when he was baptized by his grandfather, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, June 9, 1949
"On Sunday evening, the congregation of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church surprised the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe in honor of the former having served as pastor of the congregation for the past 10 years ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, June 24, 1950
"MISS STUEBBE IS BRIDE TODAY OF ATTORNEY HORN
Miss Esther Stuebbe exchanged marriage vows with Attorney Robert W. Horn, this afternoon during a two o'clock ceremony in Salem Ebenezer Reformed church at Town newton,. Today also marks the 37th wedding anniversary of the bride's parents, the Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, route 3, Manitowoc, and her father officiated at the service.
The bride chose her cousin, Mrs. Ben Pientka of Milwaukee, as her matron of honor, and had two bridesmaids, Mrs. Allan Follett, the bridegroom's sister of Madison, and mrs. A.B. Stuebbe, Michicot, a sister-in-law of the bride. Flower girls were Judith Ann and Carol Stuebbe, the bride's nieces, who came from Sutton, Neb. Robert Stuebbe, a nephew from Garner, Ia., was the ring bearer.
Duties of best man were assumed by Eugene Salter, Milwaukee, a cousin of the bridegroom. Groomsman roles were taken by Allan Follett and A.B. Stuebbe, who also doubled as ushers.
Persons in the church choir sang 'Pilot Me O Savior' and Misses Doris and Dolores Grosshuesch presented 'The Lord's Prayer; as a duet. Mrs. Walter Hoyer was the organist.
Five hundred relatives and friends are attending the reception being held this afternoon on the lawn of the Stuebbe home. Guest, numbering 130 persons, will have supper at the same place.
Following a 10-day honeymoon trip to northern Wisconsin, the newlyweds will be residing in Valders, after July 4. The former Miss Stuebbe is a graduate of Tripp high school at Tripp, S.D., and mission House college. For the past five years, she has taught in Valders, where Attorney Horn is a lawyer and village attorney. He received diplomas from Valders High school and the law school at the University of Wisconsin. The bridegroom, son of Dr. and Mrs. Walter Horn, Valders, also served in Europe during the war."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, October 12, 1950
"NEWTON NEWS
Newton. - Mrs. Henry Treick was hostess when the Ladies' Aid of the Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church held their regular monthly meeting at the schoolhouse Thursday afternoon. The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, who was vacationing at the time of his birthday, was presented with a belated birthday gift from the society. ... "
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, September 13, 1951
"DOUBLE BAPTISM HELD ON SUNDAY
The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe officiated at the baptism of his two grandchildren during the Sunday morning service at Salem-Ebenezer Reformed church in newton,. The children are Elizabeth Ann Horn, daughter of Atty. and Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, and Kay Jae Stuebbe whose parents are Mr. and Mrs. Athniel Stuebbe, Mishicot. Dinner was served later at the Stuebbe home. ...
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Thursday, July 2, 1953
"NEWTON PASTOR, WIFE HAVE 40TH WEDDING OBSERVANCES
The Rev. and Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe, Newton, celebrated their 40th wedding anniversary last week, and also the 40th anniversary of the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe's ministry was observed.
Actual date of the wedding anniversary is June 24. That evening, the Ladies' Aid Society of the Reformed Church, Newton, and husbands of members had a surprise party in the couple's honor. A branch of a tree had been painted and decorated with money and was presented to the couple.
On Sunday, the entire congregation surprised the celebrants by having a special service during the 10 o'clock worship period. Two sons of the couple, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe and the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, conducted the service, during which the anthem, 'The Holy City' was sung by the choir. After the service, a pot-luck dinner was served in the schoolhouse basement to the congregation and friends.
During the afternoon, an informal program was held with the Rev. Lorenz Huenemann as master of ceremonies. A special offering that morning was given to the celebrants.
The Rev. Mr. Stuebbe attended Mission House Academy College and Seminary, having graduated from the seminary in 1913. On June 24, he was wed to the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. Three sons and a daughter are in the family circle. They are Mrs. Robert Horn, Valders, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe, Sutton, Neb., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe, Bakersfield, Calif., and A. B. Stuebbe, Manitowoc. All were present with their families for the event.
After graduation, the couple moved to Waukon, Ia., where the Rev. Mr. Stuebbe had accepted a call. They were thee more than 15 years and in 1928 moved to Tripp, S.D., where they lived for almost 11 years. In 1939 they came to Newton.
Out-of-county guests at the celebrations included the following: The Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe, Judith, Carol, David, Jean and Jan, Sutton, Neb.; the Rev. and Mrs. Robert Stuebbe, Robert, Jon and Joan, Bakersfield, Calif.; the Rev. and Mrs. Lorenz Huenemann, Margaret and Joel, Oostburg; Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Schildknecht, the Rev. T. Schildknect and Norma, Mr and Mrs. Klaus De Buhr, Mrs. Ben Pientka, Dawn and Janet, Milwaukee, and Mr. and Mrs. Herman Winkel, Chilton. The latter is a sister of Mrs. K.J. Stuebbe.
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Friday, September 30, 1955
NEWTON NEWS
"After having been confined at the memorial Hospital, Manitowoc, for 2 1/2 weeks, the Rev. K.J. Stuebbe was able to return home Sunday. ... . Monday the Rev. and Mrs. Calvin Stuebbe and children arrived from Sutton, Neb., to spend a day with the former's father."
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The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Tuesday, April 11, 1961
"DR. STUEBBE RELINQUISHES PASTORATE
Newton - The Rev. K.J. Stuebbe, pastor of Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church here for 22 years, has resigned due to ill health.
Dr. and Mrs. Stuebbe, who plan to moved to Valders to make their home with their daughter, Mrs. Robert Horn, were honored at a farewell service Sunday.
The Rev. Chester Ploeger, Garner, Iowa, presented the sermon, the choir sang two selections, and kay Jae and Steven Stuebbe, granchildren of the honored couple, sang 'Rock of Ages.' Farwell talks were given by the Rev. henry Vriesen of Newton, and the Rev. Emil Buehrer of Green Bay. There were a number of congratulatory messages from various congregations. The Stuebbes also were presented with a farewell gift.
SEMINARY GRADUATE
A 1913 graduate of mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was honored by his alma mater in 1936 when he received an honorary degree of doctor of divinity.
During 48 years as a minister, Dr. Stuebbe served the Salem Reformed Church in Waukon, Iowa, from 1913 to 1928, and the Friedens Reformed Church in Tripp, S.D., from 1828 to 1939. He was named pastor of the Newton church on may 29, 1939.
Mrs. Stuebbe is the former Emma Bosma of new Holstein. The couple was married in June 1913, and has three sons and a daughter, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D. the Revb. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif."
Klaus died on March 3, 1962.
Wisconsin Death Index, 1959-1997
Name - Klaus J Stuebbe
Age - 73
Sex - M
Birth Date - abt 1889
Death Date - 3 Mar 1962
Certificate - 007789
The Sheboygan Press
(Sheboygan, WI)
Saturday, March 3, 1962
"REV. DR. K.J. STUEBBE
The Rev. Dr. K.J. Stuebbe, 73, Valders, former pastor of Newton Salem Ebenezer Reformed Church, died early today at his home after an illness of about one year.
The funeral service, to be announced Monday will be held at the church at Newton with the Rev. Norman C. Hoeflinger, pastor, officiating. Burial will be in the parish cemetery.
The Farley Funeral Home in Valders is handling the arrangements.
A graduate of Mission House Academy, Mission House College, and Mission House Seminary, Dr. Stuebbe was ordained in June 1913, at Waukon, Iowa, continuing there as pastor until 1928. Dr. Stuebbe served as pastor at Tripp, S.D., from 1928 to 1939 when he was named pastor of the Newton church. He retired last year and moved to Valders in May 1961.
Born in The Netherlands on August 31, 1888, he was a son of the late John and Harmke Stuebbe and married the former Emma Bosma on June 24, 1913, at New Holstein.
Survivors are his widow; three sons, the Rev. Calvin Stuebbe of Aberdeen, S.D., the Rev. Robert Stuebbe of Bakersfield, Calif., Athniel B. a Manitowoc Lincoln high School teacher; a daughter, Mrs. Robert (Esther) Horn of Valders; 13 grandchildren, and a brother, Harm, of Zanesville, Ohio."
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