John M. "Jack" Krokker

John M. "Jack" Krokker Lansing Age 79, our loving husband, father, and grandfather passed away September 4, 2009 at his home. Born October 10, 1929 in Ingham Co, MI. Jack was a U.S. Army veteran serving in Germany during the Korean Conflict. He retired from Speaker, Hines & Thomas as a lithographer after 43 years of service. He was life member of Morley Oates V.F.W. Post #701, and member since 1966 and past-president of the Grand Ledge Country Club. Jack was an avid golfer, and enjoyed team sports: softball, golf, and bowling. He started playing fast pitch softball in 1955, and later joined the Lansing Bombers. He was one of the best third basemen, helping the team win many championships, and played in the World Tournament in 1965. He was inducted into the Michigan Amateur Softball Hall of Fame in January of 2009. Jack was preceded in death by his parents, Mathew & Genevieve Krokker; brother, Richard. Surviving are his wife of 54 years, Margaret; daughter, Karen (James) Banks; son, Gary (LeAnn) Krokker; 4 grandchildren, Patrick, Melissa, Kelly, and Dan; brother, James (Mary) Krokker; life long friends, Al and Sally Tellier; nieces, nephews, and many friends. Visitation is from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuesday with services 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, September 9th, in the Tiffany Funeral Home, 3232 W. Saginaw, Lansing, with Pastor James E. Robinson officiating. Interment Delta Center Cemetery with military honors provided by V.F.W. #701. Contributions may be made to Morley Oates V.F.W. Post #701 in memory of Jack. Friends may visit the guest book at www.tiffanyfuneralhome.com.