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1947
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2012
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Karen Krueger Obituary
West Des Moines
Karen Marie Krueger, 65, passed away peacefully on December 8, 2012 at Kavanagh Hospice House alongside her family. There will be a celebration of Karen's life at 10 a.m. Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church in West Des Moines, of which she was an active member. Burial will take place at Resthaven Cemetery in West Des Moines.
Karen was born in Norfolk, NE on June 5, 1947 to Delbert and Ruth Duhachek and was raised in Newman Grove, NE. Eugene and Karen were united in marriage on October 11, 1969 and moved to Columbus, NE. In 1989, the family moved to West Des Moines, IA. Karen was an inspiration to all and leaves a legacy behind that will be remembered for generations. She was a devoted homemaker raising two children. Once her children were in high school, she worked at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church impacting the lives of many. Her life truly revolved around serving others, bringing joy to everyone with her many acts of kindness, and showering her family with unconditional love and support.
She was married to Eugene for 43 years and leaves behind two children, Trisha (Aaron) Sander and Troy (Holly) Krueger as well as five grandchildren, Kaleb and Kylie Sander and Adalyn, Aubrey, and Matthew Krueger, brother, Roger Duhachek, and was preceded into eternal life by her parents, Delbert and Ruth Duhachek.
Visitation will be on Monday, December 10, 2012 from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at McLaren's Funeral Chapel.
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Diane Freeman
December 13, 2012
I only knew Karen as a customer at the toy store I worked at, Creative Kidstuff. Karen was always such a joy to work with as we helped her select and purchase the gifts she would give to her grandchildren and others. She spoke freely to us of her illness and all of us at the store thought she was a strong and brave person in a very softspoken and gentle way. We have thought of Karen often after our store closed, and know she has a place in heaven. We were blessed to know her and wish you and your family peace.
Bruce and Roberta Brink
December 10, 2012
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Karen has been very special to us ever since we first met her. She was a beautiful woman, both on the inside and on the outside with a heart so tender and sweet. She is home with God now. Her memories will live within us forever and ever.
Bob Freeman
December 10, 2012
Gene, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers
Sue & Neil Graber
December 10, 2012
Karen was a beautiful person, inside and out and was a constant reflection of the love of Christ. She always had a smile on her face, and was always an encouragent to me. Even though Neil and I can't imagine the void in your lives, or the ache in your hearts, we know she is rejoicing in heaven and will forever be a part of each of your lives with every special memory you have of time spent with her; Her love of God and family was always shining through. I am so blessed to have had her in my life & honored to call her a friend. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. Sue & Neil Graber
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December 10, 2012
Gene and family, I was so sad to learn of Karen's passing. What a wonderful witness for Christ. She didn't have to say a word but just to receive her beautiful smile, I felt the love of the Lord. I enjoyed working with her at SOTV and truly I know of no better witness in her faith than Karen. May God's peace be with you all. Barbara Lorimor, Austin, TX
December 10, 2012
Dear Krueger Family, So sad, Karen was a special lady who touched a lot of lives with her warm heart and smile. She will be missed greatly. we will remember you all in our hearts. Terry, Nita, Jeff and Scott Myers
Jackie Sauer
December 10, 2012
Pastor Kruger and Family,
It is with a heavy heart that we offer our sincere condolences on the loss of Karen. We are lifting your family up in prayer as you have done many times while dealing our own loss. Karen was a wonderful woman and will be missed by all those whose life she touched.
Sincerely,
The Anderson and Sauer Families
Mike and Carol Jones
December 10, 2012
Eugene and Family: We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere sympathy and know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. May God bless you in this time of sorrow.
Barry and Jody Johnson
December 10, 2012
Gene, Trisha, Troy, Roger and family,
You have our deepest sympathy. Karen was such a special person. She was always so fun to talk with at all of your family gatherings. We will miss her very much. We will be thinking of all of you at this difficult time. God bless all of you and keep you safely in His arms.
Sending our hugs and prayers~
patricia hetrick
December 10, 2012
Hello to the family , sorry for your loss.sounds like Karen was a great lady We have not seen your family for years,I remember meeting her years ago, but our cousin Tim Krueger called me to tell of Karens death. Eugene the last time I saw you was at the time my father died in Benson,MN Otto Rode. and you stopped at my moms ; Alices house for a visit. My brother Clifford died the same day as your brother Morris. God bless your family . Pat Rode Hetrick
Glenn & Joanne Smith
December 10, 2012
Dear Gene and family,
We were very saddened to receive the call of Karen's passing. We know how much you all will miss her in the many roles she plays in your lives. Your Wife, Mother and Grand Mother will live on in each of you in her very special way. Our sincerest condolences.
Billie Bergmann
December 10, 2012
Pastor Krueger and family,
We're sending our thoughts, prayers and sympathy to you and your family. Karen was one of the first people who welcomed us to the church and her face always lit up when she saw or spoke of all the little kids! She was a beautiful lady, a very helpful and kind soul and someone who loved her family! She will be missed. God needed her in Heaven and I hope you treasure her through your stories and memories.
Sincerely,
Billie and Darin Bergmann and family
kaylene Crouch
December 10, 2012
Karen's smile and beautiful loving heart will be remembered. Our hearts and prayers are with your family and our sympathy is with you.
Doug, Kaylene, Bri and Jess Crouch
December 9, 2012
Gene, Trisha, Troy & families: Our thoughts & prayers are with you...but we know God has a special place for someone with her exceptional gentle heart and ways. We have many fond memories of our card playing Friday night gatherings. She is
gone for now but will live on in our memories. God be with you.
Ruth & Bob Brichacek, Columbus, NE
Roger & Brenda Curtis
December 9, 2012
Dear Eugene, Trisha, Troy and family, Our sincere sympathy to all of you. Karen was always so special and I enjoyed working with her for many years. God's peace and blessings during this difficult time.
Linda Leeson
December 9, 2012
Eugene, Trisha, Troy and Families, Our sincere sympathy to all of you. Karen was such a good kind person. I have many good memories of her. She will be missed by all who knew her.May happy memories carry you through this sad time. Linda Leeson and Family
December 9, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. She was a wonderful lady. Nick and Mary Noble
Howard & Charlotte Weisser
December 8, 2012
In loving memory of a wonderful friend, who will always be remembered in our hearts and prayers.
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