Christian August Koenitzer (March 31, 1853 – May 8, 1912) was an American politician and businessman. Born in Wauwatosa, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin, Koenizner was educated in the public schools. He was in the real estate business, was a livestock dealer, and wholesale meat dealer. Koenitzer owned a saloon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. From 1891 to 1895, Koenitzer served in the Wisconsin State Senate and was a Democrat. Koenitzer committed suicide with a firearm in the back room of his saloon in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Koenitzer was charged in district court for a statutory offense. Notes 1853 births 1912 suicides Politicians from Milwaukee People from Wauwatosa, Wisconsin Businesspeople from Wisconsin Democratic Party Wisconsin state senators Suicides by firearm in Wisconsin American politicians who committed suicide 19th-century American politicians 19th-century American businesspeople