James E. "Jim" Krattenmaker

James Krattenmaker Obituary

Krattenmaker, James E. "Jim" Died on Father's Day, June 21, 2009 at the age of 73 years after a long hard fought battle with lung cancer. Preceded in death by son, Bill, parents Louis and Katharyn, brothers Don and Tom, sister Jeanne Ann. Survived by the love of his life for 49 years Neva; daughters, Jean (Tom), Jennifer (Dale); grandchildren, Dan, Jake, Sam, Zach, and Abby. Sister, Joan McCarthy, and by many family and friends. A 33 year employee of Honeywell. Memorial Mass Thursday June 25, 2009 12:00 PM at Mary Mother of the Church 3333 E. Cliff Rd. Burnsville. Gathering of family and friends one hour prior to service at church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery Mendota Heights. A special Thank You to the staff at the Minnesota Oncology Clinic in Burnsville for all of their care and support. Memorials preferred to the American Cancer Society. We are so grateful you are at peace now! White Funeral Home Burnsville 952-894-5080 www.whitefuneralhomes.com

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Published by Pioneer Press on Jun. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for James Krattenmaker

13 Entries

Tim

August 8, 2009

I had my as it turned out ,very last time with my uncle "Jim",this being at the hospital."Jim" was a very down to earth and direct person,he would always state clearly what was on his mind. A rare quality in a person.He was a very dedicated husband to his wife and my aunt "Neva', and father to his children ,Bill,Jean,and Jennifer,my cousins. He so loved humor and the many great jokes he heard as well as relay them too. Before he passed this last fathers day,,june 21st, I talked with him briefly on the topic of "Souls",in his room at the hospital,this after his immediate family went on home looking very sad,as "Jim" was obviously in his last few days here on earth.I asked him,,"have you said the prayer"?,, "have you confessed your heart"? as we all should, as I should and have,,to ensure all of us in our family of a reunion someday with each other in Heaven?,To God in the name of Christ,,to insure,,,forgive us,,make us ready,,,prepared,,,for the final journey,,,"Jim" intently listened to my words,,I shook his hand as I was then leaving and he shook my hand firmly back as in (agreement)...God rest your soul "JIM", we will God willing meet again.

Laurie Rustick

June 25, 2009

Neva,

Jim is at peace but we are so sorry you lost him! We send our deepest sympathy to you & family.

Laurie Rustick & Dave Peterson
from the old days of Farmers Home Group

Mary (McCarthy)Wuertz

June 24, 2009

Neva,
My sincere sympathy and prayers to you and you family. Its been around 30 years since I saw you. Jim will always be rememberd by me as one of the strong leaders of the Krattenmaker Family.

Charlie Westerlund

June 24, 2009

Dearest Neva and family,
I want you to know how much my prayers are with you at this time. I have so many wonderful memories of Jim from my childhood. Both you and he were so awesome to our family and my mom and dad. I remember the competition between Jim and my dad golfing and Neva you were great to all eight of us kids. When we lost John I know my mom was so greatful for all your support.
Please spend time remembering what a great guy your husband, dad, grandfather and uncle was. People like Jim don't come along very often. Now he is in heaven keeping my dad company, what a trip that must be...Love you so very much and LOVED JIM SO MUCH, I am so sorry I cannot make it to his services but I will be there in my heart and spirit.
Previously Janet Glenn,
now Charlie Marie Westerlund

Joan Varholdt

June 24, 2009

Neva, Jean, and Jennifer, All of the Glenns will remember him forever. so many funny/fond memories! May he spend eternity singing with the angels! I know dad met him at St. Peter's Gate! Our hearts and love are with you.

Meg Mercado

June 23, 2009

Jennifer and Family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all and I am sorry, I won't be there. I know how much it hurts, but your family is strong and you have your wonderful memories.. Find time to remember, laugh, sing and celebrate your loved one and his life. He is always with you in your heart.

Meg and Family

Laura Ehlert

June 23, 2009

Jean, Jennifer, Neva and kids,

We are sad to hear Jim has passed. We know his fight was a good one and that he is at rest now with Bill. We are thinking about you and know this has been a difficult year for all of you. May you all find strength and comfort in each other and know our prayers are also with you all.

Love Scott, Laura, Chad, Erika, and Ben Ehlert

Brad Smyth

June 23, 2009

Dear Jennifer and family,

Becky and I express our deepest sympathy and prayers for your loss. Losing a loved one is always difficult but it helps to have a strong family like you guys have. We hope that you find some comfort in knowing that he has gone to a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Kay & Tom Duffy

June 23, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

wayne/bev johnston

June 23, 2009

Dear Jean, Jenn and families,
we want to express our sympathy and prayers. With love

Wayne, Bev and Erich Johnston

Fairview Home Care and Hospice

June 23, 2009

To the family of James Krattenmaker:

Please accept our sympathy for your loss. It was an honor to be with Jim during his final days. May your memories bring you comfort.

Sincerely,
The Fairview Hospice Team

June 23, 2009

Neva,

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. I lost my mother to lung cancer also so know of the struggle and hope and the relief that they are now at peace. My thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.
Nita Bicknell

Linda Holt

June 23, 2009

I am so very sorry for your loss! I know what it is to lose a father - my own died of the complications of years of living with lung issues also. He was not expected to live past his 40's, but managed, but the grace of God and the wonders of medicine to make it to the age of 62. We were saddened to lose him and struck hard but the loss we felt, but at the same time, comforted that he no longer had to struggle each day for what we take for granted: each breath. I pray that all of you are comforted knowing Jim is at peace now with no pain or suffering and I pray that you also feel the arms of our loving savior who surrounds you with his power, comfort and love at all times but especially during times like this!

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