----Source: GREENWOOD GLEANER (Greenwood, Wis.) 01/03/1924

Kreissig, Emma M. (23 Augl 1849 - 21 Dec 1923)

Emma Matilda Hessel was born in Saxony, Germany, Aug. 23, 1849. On July 23, 1876 she was united in marriage to henry Kreissig. They came to America in 1882 and lived at Sheboygan until 1887, when they came to Clark County, Wis.

Two children were born to Mr. and Mrs. Kreissig, they being Ernest Kreissig and Mrs. Wm. Schlinsog, both of Greenwood.

Deceased left this world on Dec. 21, 1923, being 74 years, 3 months and 28 days of age at the time of death. Her husband died on jan. 7, 1901.

She is survived by her two children, one sister, four brothers, four grandchildren and a host of friends.

Funeral services were held from Immanuel Reformed Church on the West Side on Wednesday, Dec. 26th, Rev. O. Vriesen officiating. The remains were laid to rest in Immanuel Cemetery.

She was a kind and loving wife and mother and was held in high esteem by all who knew her.