Lawrence Herbert Ratslow
was
born
September 13, 1912, in Tiffiny, Rock Co., WI, and died February 18, 1994, in
Waukesha Co., WI, at age 81.Buried in Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin,
Waukesha Co., WI. He is the son of
Herman P. Ratzlow of
Jefferson Co., WI, and Laura Matilda Krueger of Wisconsin.
Ruth Elaine Anderson was born
January 9, 1916, in Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI, and died February 20,
2010, in Hinsdale, at age 94. Buried in Bronswood Cemetery,
Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL. She is
the daughter of Louis Herman Anderson
of Highland Twp., Iowa Co., WI,
and Edna Blake Abbey of Dodgeville, Iowa Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow
(age 28), a bachelor, and
Ruth Elaine Anderson (age 24), a maiden, were married October 1, 1940, at the
Lutheran Parsonage, Waukon, Allamakee Co., IA.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow
and
Ruth
Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow had no children.
Lawrence Herbert Ratslow
and
Ruth
Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow were divorced about 1942 in Unknown.
Ruth
Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow then married Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was born August 29, 1917, in
Drummond, Washburn Co., WI, and died July 22, 1991, in Countryside
at age 73. Buried July 24, 1991, in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page
Co., IL. He is the son of Ralph Waldo Borst of
Brookings, Brookings Co, SD, and Ella A. Drueshcke of Wisconsin.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
(age 25),
a bachelor, and
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow (age 27), a divorcee, were married
March 13, 1943, at the First Presbyterian Church, Miami, Dade Co., FL.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and Ruth Elaine
(Anderson) (Ratzlow) Borst had one child:
-
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst: Born March 22, 1947, in
Wisconsin. Married August
2,
1969, at St. James Lutheran Church, Western Springs, Cook Co., IL, to Warren Evan
Williams: Born December 6, 1942, in Hammond, Lake Co., IL.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow then married
Elaine Estelle Moore.
Elaine Estelle Moore was born August
21, 1921, in Beloit, Rock Co., WI, and died April 20, 2002, in New Berlin,
Waukesha Co., WI, at age 80.
Buried in Highland Memorial Park, New Berlin, Waukesha Co., WI.
She is the daughter of Frank Arthur Moore Sr.. of
Turtle Twp., Rock Co., WI, and Nettie Mae Crest of Beloit, Rock Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and Elaine
Estelle Moore were married June 27, 1947, in Clinton, Rock Co., WI.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and Elaine
Estelle (Moore) Ratzlow had one child
:
-
Lawrence Bruce Ratzlow: Born May 9,
1955, in Beloit, Rock Co., WI. Married September 25, 1982, in Milwaukee Co.,
WI, to Debra Jean "Debbie" Simko: Born July 19, 1957, in Wisconsin.
TIMELINE
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and Ruth Elaine
(Anderson) (Ratzlow) Borst are
buried in
Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL.
Thanks to Find-A-Grave for making
this image available.
Lloyd Robert" Bob" Borst was born August 29,
1917, in Drummond,
Washburn Co., WI.
Ruth Elaine Anderson was born January 9, 1916, in Eau
Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI.
The 1920 U. S. Census
taken on January 10, 1920, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 29) born in Wisconsin to
Norwegian and Wisconsin-born parents, is a Real Estate Dealer, and who rents his home,
and is living at
522 Union Street, Ward 4, Eau Claire, Eau Claire Co., WI. Living with him is his
wife Edna Anderson (age 24) born in Wisconsin of Canadian and Wisconsin-born
parents. Also living there are their children: Ruth Anderson (age 3-11/12) and
Robert Anderson (age 1-9/12), both born in Wisconsin.
The 1920 U. S. Census
taken on March 3, 1920, shows Ralph W. Borst (age 26) born in South Dakota to
South Dakota and Wisconsin-born parents is a Stationary Engine Engineer renting his home
in Drummond Twp., Bayfield Co., WI. Living with him is his
wife, Ella A. Borst (age 26) born in Wisconsin to German-born parents. Also
living there is his son: Robert L. Borst (age 2-4/12) born in Wisconsin to South
Dakota and Wisconsin-born parents. A Lodger also lives in the household.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken
on April 17, 1930, shows Herman P. Ratzlow (age 43) born in Wisconsin to Germany-born parents, and
first married at age 24, who owns his home worth $3,500 is a married Proprietor
of Implements, and is living in Tiffany, La Prairie Twp., Rock Co., WI. Living with him
are: his wife, Laura M. Ratzlow (age 40) born in Wisconsin to Germany-born
parents, and first married at age 20; his unmarried son, Lawrence H. Ratzlow
(age 17) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents, a Laborer of Implements;
his daughter, Margaret G. Ratzlow (age 15) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born
parents; his son, Robert E. Ratzlow (age 13) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born
parents; his son, Norman R. Ratzlow (age 15) born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born
parents; and his daughter, Frances M. Ratzlow (age 10) born in Wisconsin to
Wisconsin-born parents.
The 1930 U. S. Census taken
on April 9, 1930, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 39) born in Wisconsin to Norwegian
and Wisconsin-born parents and married at age 24 is a real estate broker renting
his home for $40 per month at 115 Mappa Street, Ward 6, Eau Claire, Eau Claire
Co., WI. Living with him is his wife Edna Anderson (age 35) born in Wisconsin of
Canadian and Wisconsin-born parents and married at age 20. Also living there are
their children: Ruth E. Anderson (age 14), Robert E. Anderson (age 12), and Mary
L. Anderson (age 8), all born in Wisconsin.
The 1930 U. S. Census
taken on May 12, 1930, shows Ralph Borst (age 37) born in South Dakota to
United States-born parents and first married at age 23 is a Lumber Mill Engineer renting his home
for $9/week and living in the Village of Drummond, Bayfield Co., WI. Living with him is his
wife, Ella Borst (age 37) born in Wisconsin to German-born parents and first
married at age 23. Also
living there is his two sons, both born in Wisconsin to Wisconsin-born parents: Robert Borst (age
12); and Duane Borst (age 8).
The 1940 U. S. Census taken
on April 4, 1940, shows Louis H. Anderson (age 49) born in Wisconsin, and 5
years ago was living in the Same House, and with 3 years of High School, is
a married Real Estate Owner
who owns his home worth $2,500 and is living in Elk Creek Lake, Spring
Brook Twp., Dunn Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Edna Anderson (age
45) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and
with 1 year of College; his unmarried daughter, Ruth Anderson (age 24) born
in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 4 years
of High School, a Stenographer at at Real Estate Office; and his unmarried
daughter, Mary Lou Anderson (age 18) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was
living in the Same House, and with 1 year of College, a Sales Lady at a Dime
Store.
The 1940 U. S. Census taken
on April 16, 1940, shows Ralph Borst (age 47) born in North Dakota, and 5 years
ago was living in the Same House, and with 8 years of School, is a married
Folder Mechanic at a Paper Mill
who owns his home worth $2,500 and is living at 1007 W. 6th Street, 2nd
Ward, City of Ashland, Ashland Co., WI. Living with him are: his wife, Ella
Borst (age 47) born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same
House, and with 7 years of School; his unmarried son, Robert Borst (age 22)
born in Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1
year of College; and his unmarried son, Duane Borst (age 18) born in
Wisconsin, and 5 years ago was living in the Same House, and with 1 year of
College.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow
(age 28), a bachelor, and
Ruth Elaine Anderson (age 24), a maiden, were married October 1, 1940, at the
Lutheran Parsonage, Waukon, Allamakee Co., IA.
Lawrence Herbert Ratzlow and
Ruth Elaine Anderson
Marriage Records.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
enlisted July 6, 1942, in the U. S. Navy, and was discharged January 5,
1946.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
(age 25),
a bachelor, and
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow (age 27), a divorcee, were married
March 13, 1943, at the First Presbyterian Church, Miami, Dade Co., FL.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst and
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Ratzlow Marriage Records.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst:
Born March 22, 1947, in Wisconsin.
The 1950 U. S. Census taken
on April 11, 1950, shows L. Robert Borst (age 32) born in Wisconsin, is a married
Auditor for a Retail and Wholesale Oil Company, and is living at 2026 S. Losey Blvd, La Crosse, La Crosse
Co., WI.
Living with him are: his wife, Ruth E. Borst (age 34) born in Wisconsin to
United States-born Parents, and with 12 Years of School; and his daughter,
Barbara Jo Borst (age 3) born in Wisconsin.
Abbey Picnic at the Anderson's
Lake Cottage on
Elk Creek Lake, Town of Spring
Brook, Dunn Co., WI, about 1951.
Abbey Picnic at the Anderson's
Lake Cottage on
Elk Creek Lake, Town of Spring
Brook, Dunn Co., WI, about 1951.
Abbey Picnic at the Anderson's
Lake Cottage on
Elk Creek Lake, Town of Spring
Brook, Dunn Co., WI, about 1951.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
enlisted June 8, 1951, in the U. S. Navy, and was discharged June 5, 1953.
In 1952, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
was in charge of U. S. Naval & Marine Reserve Training Center, and was
living with Ruth E. Borst at 13 Sherman Terrace, Apt. 5, Madison, Dane Co.,
WI.
In 1955, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst
was a Supervisor for Standard Oil, and was living with Ruth E. Borst at 2026
S. Losey Blvd, La Crosse, La Crosse Co., WI.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst graduated from Lyons
Township High School, La Grange, Cook Co., IL, in 1965.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst from the
1965 Tabulae Yearbook.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst graduated from
the University of Wisconsin, Madison, Dane Co., WI, in 1969.
Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst in the
1969 Badger Yearbook. She received a B. A. in History.
The Times,
Hammond, Lake Co., IN, Wednesday, February 12, 1969
Girls Plan Summer
Weddings
Borst - Williams
An August wedding is in
the offing for Miss Barbara Jo Borst and Warren Evan Williams, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Warren J. Williams of 2238 Oakdale, Highland. The betrothal and forthcoming
marriage are announced by her parents, Mr. and Mrs. L. Robert Borst of LaGrange,
Ill. The bride-to-be graduated from Lyons Township High School in La Grange and
is a senior at the University of Wisconsin in Madison where she is a member of
Delta Delta Delta sorority. Her fiancé, an alumnus of Highland High
School, earned a degree in business administration at Lakeland College in
Sheboygan, Wis. He is employed by J. T. Ryerson and Son Steel Co., Chicago.
Warren Evan Williams, a
bachelor, and Barbara Jo "Barb" Borst, a maiden,
were married August 2,
1969, at St. James Lutheran Church, Western Springs, Cook Co., IL.
The Times,
Munster, IN, Friday, August 15, 1969
Warren E, Williams Claims Bride Aug. 2
St. James Lutheran Church in Western Spring,
Ill., was the scene of the marriage of Miss Barbara Jo Borst and Warren Evan
Williams. They repeated double-ring vows at 4:30 p.m. Aug. 2. Their Parents are
Mr. and Mrs. L. Robert Borst of La Grange, Ill., and Mr. and Mrs. Warren J.
Williams of 2238 Oakdale Ave., Highland. After a reception in the Glen Eagles
Country Club in Lamont, Ill., they took a wedding trip to French Lick and are
making their home at 1001 8th Ave., La Grange. Employed as a secretary for J. T.
Ryerson Steel Co. in Chicago, the bride graduated from Lyons Township High
School in La Grange and holds a bachelor's degree in history from the University
of Wisconsin in Madison. WILLIAMS, AN alumnus of Highland High School, earned a
bachelor's degree in business from Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wis., and is
employed in the sales division of Ryerson Steel. Maid of honor was Miss Mardyth
Hoppert. Bridesmaids were Mrs. Richard Raduenzel and Miss Paula Kosir. Charles
Mesterharm served as best man. Ushers were Calvin Opperman, Michael Armato,
Richard Raduenzel and Robert Palmer. Venise lace bordered the bride's
full-length empire-styled A-line dotted swiss gown. Her cascade bouquet was of
white mums, carnations and stephanotis. Floral print pastel gowns of blue,
yellow and green cotton voile worn by the attendants were floor-length
empire-styled. Their bouquets were of yellow and white mums.
In 1986, Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst was
inducted into the Northland College Athletics, Ashland,
Ashland Co., WI, Hall of Fame.
Northland College Athletics, Ashland,
Ashland Co., WI
Hall of Fame
L. Robert Borst,
Class of 1939,
Induction Class of 1986,
Football Mens, Basketball
Bob Borst came to Northland
College from
Ashland
High School
,
where he was Valedictorian. He was an excellent football and basketball player.
As a quarterback, he was described as calling a "dependable, heady game." He was
also praised as "a fine pass receiver and a sure tackler as a safety man." He
was captain elect of the basketball team and was referred to as "one of the main
cogs in Northland's basketball machine." Bob finished his college education at
the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and graduated with a degree in accounting.
He served as a Navy Lieutenant in both the Atlantic
and Pacific operations during WWII. After the war, he became an account
executive with Standard Oil. His classmates and fellow Hall of Famers have
described Bob Borst as an excellent athlete, student and gentleman. He has been
most successful in all of his endeavors.
Lloyd Robert "Bob" Borst died July 22, 1991, in
Countryside
at age 73.
Buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL.
The Chicago Tribune,
Chicago, Cook Co., IL, July 25, 1991
L. Robert "Bob'' Borst
L. Robert "Bob'' Borst, 73, a veteran of World War II and
the Korean War, died Monday at his home in Countryside. Mr.
Borst was a retired financial manager with Amoco Oil Co. and
a retired commander in the Naval Reserve. He is survived by
his wife, Ruth; a daughter, Barbara Williams; a brother; and
three grandchildren. Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday
at Community Presbyterian Church, 39 N. Prospect Ave.,
Clarendon Hills.
Ruth Elaine (Anderson) Borst died February 20,
2010, in Hinsdale, at age 94.
Buried in Bronswood Cemetery, Oak Brook, Du Page Co., IL.
The
Chicago Tribune, Chicago, Cook Co., Il,
February 23, 2010
RUTH E.
BORST
Ruth
E. Borst, nee Anderson, of Countryside.
Beloved wife of the late L. Robert; loving
mother of Barbara (Warren) Williams; devoted
grandmother of Stephanie, Evan (Carla) and
David (Julie); dear sister of the late
Robert Anderson and the late Mary Lou Keyes;
fond aunt of many. Cremation will be
private. A memorial visitation will be held
4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 26 at Hallowell &
James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St.,
Countryside. In lieu of flowers, memorials
to the Alzheimer's Assoc. would be
appreciated. Funeral info 708-352-6500.
Warren E. Williams is the principal, owner and founder of
Williams Appraisals. Williams, a self-described lover of
Southwestern art, culture, geography and history, believes in
doing business the traditional way, with face-to-face
interaction where possible and a focus on working with the
customer to best service their needs. Williams� experience in
team sports as a youth and in the steel mill as a teen helped
forge the professionalism, enthusiasm and warmth received when
working with Warren.
In his free time, Warren pampers his two
brittany spaniels, Shadow and Buster, plays guitar and listens
to blues, jazz and early rock-n-roll. He spends his vacation
time canoeing, fishing and relaxing at a small log cabin on a
multi-generational family plot in Michigan. Warren has been
married to his beautiful wife, Barbara, for over 30 years and
frequently enjoys the company of his daughter, Stephanie, and
identical twin sons, David and Evan.
Our principal, Warren E. Williams, has been active in the
real estate community for almost a quarter of a century.
Following fifteen years working in mortgage banking, Williams
formed Williams Appraisals, an independently owned and operated
real estate appraising company. Williams Appraisals has been in
operation for 9 years, providing appraisals to a wide range of
clients.
Williams received his Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration from Lakeland College in Sheboygan, Wisconsin,
and completed 36 hours in MBA work in Management and Marketing
at Northern Illinois University in DeKalb, Illinois.
Williams is licensed through the Illinois Office of Banks and
Real Estate as a State Licensed Real Estate Appraiser and
Licensed Real Estate Salesperson. He has completed over 350
hours in additional real estate appraisal education through
State of Illinois approved courses. The diversity of his
educational experience includes estimating, fabricating design
and construction, finance, banking and real estate sales.
Stephanie M. Williams: September, 1972
David Warren Williams: September, 1975.
Married to Julie
Evan Robert Williams: September, 1975.
Married to Carla M. Ford.
Milwaukee Journal
Sentinel (WI) - Tuesday, April 23, 2002
Ratzlow, Elaine E.
Ratzlow, Elaine E.
(Nee Moore) Of New Berlin. Sat., April 20, 2002, age 80 years. Wife of the
late Lawrence. Loving mother of Bruce (Debra) Ratzlow. Sister of Aud Johnson
and Bill (Marian) Moore. Sister-in-law of Marion Moore. Grandmother of Ryan
and Randy. Also other relatives and friends. Visitation at the Funeral Home
Thurs., 5-7 PM. Funeral Service Fri., 11 AM at the Funeral Home. Burial
Highland. LARSEN BROS. NEW BERLIN FUNERAL HOME 15250 W. National Ave.
