Harland George Krotke

1942 - 2023

BORN

1942

DIED

2023

FUNERAL HOME

Bauer Funeral Chapel - Snohomish

701 First Street

Snohomish, Washington

Harland Krotke Obituary

Name: Celebration of Life for Harland George Krotke
Start: 2023-07-20T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Bauer Funeral Chapel - Snohomish

Harland George February 24, 1942 - Krotke July 4, 2023 Our beloved family member, Harland Krotke Peacefully passed at Providence Hospital early morning hours, July 4, 2023.
Harland was born February 24th, 1942 at home on the family farm in Snohomish, WA to Paul Krotke and Serena Niermann Krotke. He was number 7 of 8 children. Harland is preceded in death by brothers and sisters, Ronald Krotke, Lois Bloomquist, Beverly Doerscher and Paul Krotke. He is survived by brother Gene Krotke of Port Townsend, and sister's Carol Johnseon of Everett and Ethlynn (Toots) Andrews of Monroe.
Harland's military service included Army Reserves and active service, which included service in the Cold War Era, Germany and Vietnam. He loved his military service. Harland was honorably discharged and retired February 1st 1968. He moved back to his hometown of Snohomish. With his farming background and his love of nature, he worked for several farms in Snohomish. His last job was with longtime friend and confidant, Dan Bartilhimers.
To know Harland was to love him. He was generous with his time and talents to help friends and family alike. Family was everything to Harland. His smile, sense of humor and a little silliness will be forever missed by all of his nieces and nephews.
Thank-you Dan! You were such a blessing to all of us. Thanks for your memories of uncle.
Here's to all health care worker's on floor 945
"You are the best! Everyone treated Harland with love and compassion. You were all wonderful for care given to our brother and uncle, Harland Krotke"
Celebration of life will be held at Bauer Funeral Chapel, 701 First Street, Snohomish, WA, 98290, on July 20th at 12:00 PM with a light lunch to follow.

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Published by The Herald (Everett) from Jul. 15 to Jul. 16, 2023.

Memories and Condolences
for Harland Krotke

7 Entries

Brian Andrews

May 25, 2024

Uncle Harley,
I know he loved music, 50s 60s music.he loved Elvis, But his Favorite was Buddy Holly. I do shows in Snohomish. Harley would alway come to the show. Laughing & Smiling. The last it I saw Harley was July of 2022. I was at my ole home where I Grew up. Mom & Dad went out to eat. I was getting ready to Do a show in Sultan I think? When I heard a loud Banging on the door. And a loud voice saying Hey! Anybody Home? And then that Harley Laugh! I knew it was Uncle Harley! We talk a little. I had to leave for the show. I said give me a hug Uncle Harley. we hugged. I said love ya Unk! He said he loved me too! That was the last time I seen him. But sure missed him at my show in Snohomish WA last year! BRIAN ANDREWS

Marcelo and Kym Gomez

August 2, 2023

Harland was a long time customer at highway fusion diner and he stopped coming in so we were googling him and unfortunately found this. The staff is heartbroken and we send our thoughts and prayers to his family and friends. He will be severely missed.

Jennifer Lewis

July 23, 2023

Oh Harland, I am so sad to be reading of your passing. You were always so sweet and a funny man. I always looked forward to you coming into the hardware store and your hugs. Rest east buddy! Condolences to the Krotke Family.

Mary Val Minshull Canonica

July 20, 2023

I´m sorry to read of Harland´s passing. He showed kindness to all his classmates and will be remembered for his timid smile.
Snohomish Class of 61

Lori Haydon

July 20, 2023

You were always my "Hunka Harley" and I love you. My husband and I will miss randomly running into you in Snohomish. You were a truly kind and wonderful man. When I told my Dad you had passed he was very sad. He told me the story of being able to spend a weekend with you in Thailand seeing all the amazing sights when you were both in the military and assigned to Vietnam. He loved you and how jolly you were and how you always had a smile and a laugh to share. We were so blessed to have you Uncle Harley.
Lori Krotke Haydon

Kathryn Bisnett

July 17, 2023

I don't ever remember Uncle Harley without a warm greeting and a big smile whenever I saw him. He was always willing to lend a helping hand. He loved our fishing Christmas cards. Always waited until he got it in the mail before sending one back and had such fun comments. You will be missed and will be in my memories forever.

Brenda Gonzalez

July 16, 2023

Uncle Harley, you had a contagious laugh that made me laugh with you. You were always thoughtful and kept in touch often by a visit or phone call. I am so grateful I got to assist you to your Dr. Appointments and go on some outings with you. Your last day awake in the hospital I was there with you and after I said I love you, you whispered I love you too! You gave me a smile and even raised your hand as to wave goodbye to me when it was time for me to leave. The next early morning you were gone to your heavenly home. You will be missed but you are at rest and in no more pain!

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