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Shirley Kruger Obituary

KRUGER - Shirley J. (nee Colwell) Of Blasdell, entered into rest October 12, 2008, beloved wife of Henry J. Kruger; devoted mother of Kim (late Jeanne) Kruger and Cherie (Eric) Patcyk; cherished grandmother of Todd Kruger, David Dueringer, Kelly Kruger, Cory Kruger, Erik (Lisa) Dueringer and Joseph Kruger; adored great-grandmother of six grandchildren; loving daughter of the late Porter and Florence (nee Clark) Colwell; dear sister of Mary Jane (late George) Tezanos; also survived by relatives and friends. Relatives and friends may visit the LOMBARDO FUNERAL HOME (Southtowns Chapel), 3060 Abbott Rd., near Lake Ave., on Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM, where the funeral will be held on Thursday morning at 9:30 oclock. Interment Lakeside Cemetery.

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Published by Buffalo News from Oct. 13 to Oct. 15, 2008.

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Debbie Hernik

October 23, 2008

Bud Kim Cherie,
I still can't believe she is gone.She was a wonderful mother in law and I will always be grateful for all she did for me and the kids.We all loved her and will always keep her in our hearts.

Darlene Carlo

October 15, 2008

Jennifer and David - I am so sorry to hear about your grandmother. May your memories of all the good times you shared with her bring you peace. Take care.

Darlene

Kevin Horton

October 15, 2008

To the Kruger family, I am very sorry to hear of your wife and mothers passing. Although have not seen her in years but what i do remember she was a very nice woman. God bless and take care

Linda Grotke

October 14, 2008

Dear Uncle Bud, Kim, Cherie & Family,

We were so sorry to hear about Aunt Shirley. She was a wonderful person and we are so sorry we are not there to share in your loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you and the family. Take care.

Love, Linda Grotke and family
Greenville, South Carolina

Nancy Gallagher (Fantaske)

October 13, 2008

Dear Bud, Kim, Cherie and Family -
I'll always remember Shirley with fondness - her smile and kind words were always encouraging to me. I'm so sorry for your loss. Take care of yourselves.

Jeanne Tezanos

October 13, 2008

Dear Uncle Bud, Kim, Cherie & family ~
It saddens me to hear about Aunt Shirley's passing. She was a kind, giving, gracious & loving woman and I am honored and blessed to have known her. She will be sorely missed by all but forever in our memories. Take care of yourselves & each other. You are in my prayers.
Love, Jeanne

Jennifer Pollard

October 13, 2008

Dear Uncle Bud, Grandma, Kim, Cherie, and family,
We are very sad for Aunt Shirley's loss. She will be missed. Rest in Peace Aunt Shirley. We love you, Jen, Shawn, Joshua and Hayley Pollard

Jerry McGuire

October 13, 2008

Kim and family , please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother. You are in my prayers

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Lombardo Funeral Home - Orchard Park Chapel (Southtowns)

3060 Abbott Rd, Orchard Park, NY 14127

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