During a very complicated battle near the end of World War II, American forces advanced toward Germany in a very intense war called the Battle of the Bulge. The lives lost were many and included my uncle, Earl Pochert. In a letter written to his brother and sister-in-law (my parents), Earl wrote about the “hell” of war. Earl Pochert died on January 3, 1945, (the … [Read more...] about Earl Pochert’s Last Letters Before His Death at the Battle of the Bulge
Port Hope
John H. Kriewall Obituary
In Memory of a Pillar of the Community John H. Kriewall, 92 If anyone can be said to be “of” a community, John Kriewall was of Port Hope. He spent his life dedicated to his wife, his family, his customers and the people of his community. They kept him busy. John Henry Kriewall, 92, of Port Hope, died peacefully Sept. 4 in Harbor Beach Community Hospital’s long-term care … [Read more...] about John H. Kriewall Obituary
Pochert – Kriewall Reunion Photos
Port Hope, Michigan – The Old Mill
Mrs. Martha Etzel Obituary
Mrs. Martha Etzel Mrs. Martha Etzel, a life long resident of Huron County, passed away at Hubbard Memorial hospital on Sunday, May 7, after a long illness. Mrs. Etzel was born February 13, 1987 at Port Austin. She is survived by her husband, William, and three children, Norman J. Etzel, Gunners Mate 3rd. class U.S. Navy who is overseas on convoy duty; Miss Minabell L. Etzel, … [Read more...] about Mrs. Martha Etzel Obituary