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Mark Vangeison
March 4, 2018
I met Bret in Tn Temple Univ and we quickly became friends. One year we were roommates in Martin dorm. He was mature for his age, warm-hearted, a thinker, concerned, and a positive young man who never said anything negative about anyone. He was the rare person you anticipated seeing because it was always uplifting. My sincerest condolences to his wife, children, and sister. Heaven is a warmer place because of Bret.
Jason Petesch
February 16, 2017
Bret was always there even when he was busy he would drop everything to listen and comfort me in good times and bad times.Diane may God comfort you and your family and remember the hope we have and the streets of gold and mansion you will share with him one day. Romans 8:28
Leona Hoegsberg
February 10, 2017
I am so sorry to hear about Bret's death. I am praying for Diane & the family. I taught with Bret at Open House after college & I remember his love for the Lord & his students.
Susanna and Paul Fitzgerald
February 6, 2017
Diane,
We are so very sorry to hear of Bret's death. You are in our daily thoughts and prayers.
Lovingly, Susanna and Paul Fitzgerald
MaryBeth Smith
February 6, 2017
Diane, I am so sorry to hear of Bret's passing! Please know that I will be praying for you in the coming months--that God will continue to comfort you as you walk the path He has laid out for you. Continue to look to Him as your comforter, provider, and defender. MaryBeth Smith, Eric's sister-in-law and Trudy's friend
Kelly & Tony Schuetz
February 6, 2017
Diane, Our sincerest condolences are with you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gaylen Meriwether
February 5, 2017
You will be greatly missed,Bret. Earth's loss is Heaven's gain. Rejoicing that all trials are over. You ran the race and fought a good fight and bc of you, many entered into God's family. Well done good and faithful servantā¤
Gaylen Meriwether
February 5, 2017
Dearest Diane. I was so saddened to hear about Bret's passing. Holding you and your family in prayer at this time. For his friends and family, this is a time of great loss, but for Bret he has finally arrived safe at home in the arms of his loving Savior. What a comfort to know you can look forward to seeing him again. Love to you , dearest friend.
February 5, 2017
Diane, I can not express how sorry we are. The loss of someone like this is incomprehensible. Our hearts are with you. ~ The Ellis'
February 4, 2017
Diane an family, so sorry for your loss. He will be missed and always remembered. He was an influence in my life and many others. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. God bless, Rick and Angie Potter (Latham)
Stephen Barbee
February 4, 2017
To the Kroh Family,
Bret too was my supervisor at City Union Mission! But much more he was my brother in the Lord! One who had a Heart of Compassion and understanding. Always there to give me Words of Encouragement! May prayers for the Kroh's family.
February 4, 2017
We just read about Brett's passing and want to express our greatest sympathy to Diane, Justin, Jessica and all the rest of your family. We have such good memories of Brett when our kids were at Open Door-he was always a man of reason and Godly wisdom-and just fun to be around. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Ron and Linda Totsch
Tim Fitzgerald
February 4, 2017
Bret my friend, we shared so many sacred moments together. You are a man of God, full of love and grace. We talked often about Heaven and exploring it together; I can't wait to do that with you. Yours will be deeply missed until then. I love you. To Bret's family, I'm sincerely sorry for your loss. Bret loved you all very much.
February 3, 2017
Diane & Family, We have just heard of Bret's passing. We have many good memories of Bret. Know you are in our thoughts & prayers. May the Lord give you peace.
Gary & Phyllis Terrill, Owatonna, MN
Fred Jobe
February 3, 2017
Brett was the Rock There were no grey areas for him. Right was right and that's how he lived...... doing the right things, even as a teenager. I respected him then and always will
Cathy DeKnight
February 3, 2017
Dear Diane, Thank you for the recent phone message informing me with your sad news. My heart aches for you and your wonderful family. Although I never personally met your husband, I can clearly see what a fantastic person he was through reading about him. As heaven has gained another angel, I pray you will be blessed with the peace that passes all understanding; and the grace, strength, and wisdom, needed to continue on your path. With deepest sympathy, Cathy DeKnight-Riley (your friend from Meyer Music).
February 2, 2017
Kroh Family,
We were so sad to hear about the loss of Bret and want you to know that we are praying for healing for your family.
- Brad & Amanda Jordan
Cheryl Cramer
February 2, 2017
I have no pictures and I have no words of any real comfort, but I do have special memories.
Our family also grew up with Bret at Open Door and then had him for a teacher at the ODBS. No matter what was going on, he would have some caring words to say, some kind of encouragement and he did so, so eloquently. And sometimes he was just quiet. I remember when one of my best friends from school was dying from cancer and it hurt so deeply to know that we would be saying our last goodbyes to one another, I called him. I knew he'd want to know the downturn of the situation. He stayed on the phone with me and listened to me cry. I bet that was at least 45 minutes and maybe an hour. But he kept saying to me that he had no where he had to be. He didn't want to let me go knowing that I was so upset. He was touched by this tragedy as well and when we saw each other after her passing, we both had tears streaming down our faces, not a word needed to be said. He was empathetic, and compassionate and loving.
To his family, I send my deepest, warmest sympathies. You were blessed with such a special husband, brother, father, grandfather, uncle that so many love. What memories we all have. His smile and laugh~ all I can do is thank the Lord that our paths were meant to cross and what a blessing he was to know on this earthly journey! Thank you for this opportunity to share a little bit of how much he meant to me and our family. The days ahead will be rough but the knowledge that some day soon we will be reunited gives us all hope and strength to go forward, to challenge ourselves to be better to one another just as he was. God's blessings for you all.
February 2, 2017
Diane & family-
My deepest sympathy and prayers for you and your family.
Love, Leslie Mader
Billie Jean Shackleton
February 1, 2017
Bret Kroh Will Always Hold A Special Place In My Life He's That Person Everyone Love Hanging Out With Bad Or Good times He Was Their Ready Showing His Support. Thank You Father for B.K.
Bruce & Barbara Newby
February 1, 2017
It was so good to visit with you, Diane, at the Sprint Center on Sunday. Shocking to us how life changed in a matter of days. The LORD new the timeline and I know you made the most of it. Our first introduction to Bret was watching him pull a television to the top of a light pole at youth group. Then we watched what happened when it broke into a ca-jillion pieces. Also, you are a great lady to let the youth group teepee your house! Hugs!
Open Door Class of 1987
Linda Boring-Murrow
February 1, 2017
Some of my memories of Bret (Mr. Kroh) include him teaching, playing guitar, coaching basketball, walking across a snow covered mountain, defending me at the FBI building in D.C., leading our senior play, and officiating my wedding. Oh, and his laugh... loved his laugh! I'm praying for Diane and the family!! And I'm so grateful for Bret's salvation because of his faith in Jesus! We WILL see him again!!
Daniel Frye
February 1, 2017
Brett had a large impact on my life growing up. He was a mentor to me and really touched my life. My heart goes out to Diane and Family.
David Francis
February 1, 2017
I attended Open Door Baptist High School with Bret back in 1975. Even though I only knew him for such a short time, I have always remembered Bret as a very Godly teenager with a gentle disposition.
I'm sorry for your loss but encouraged to see that he had served God his entire life.
Erin Dinkel (Cushenbery)
February 1, 2017
Diane,
Bret was an amazing man. His heart and love for others left such an impression on me. So many of my favorite memories from the teen years involved Bible study at your house, singing worship songs while he played the guitar, and honest conversations about faith.
I'm incredibly sorry for your loss. Bret will be missed by all who knew him. Praying for you and your family during this unimaginably difficult time.
~Hugs and Prayers~
Gary Pauley
February 1, 2017
Brett was authentic. I hesitate to use that word because it's used too freely today...but it is perfect for him. Brett never came across like he was "being pastoral." He was always just being Brett. It was natural for him to be caring and nurturing. Brett was uncontroversial and knew what he stood for. I think these qualities made him stand out--they made him unique and attractive in every circle. I will never forget laughing with Brett. It was easy. In difficult times when we were both struggling Brett could find the humor. There have been only a handful of people I would talk with as freely as I could with Brett. He made people feel safe and cared for. You will be missed, brother. Our prayers will remain with your wonderful family.
Larry Mercer
February 1, 2017
I am so sorry and my heart goes out to Diane and the family. Bret was a shining light in a dark world. I am devastated at the news of his passing. He was the sweetest and gentlest man I knew. I will miss him, until we meet again. Goodbye for now my friend.
Caron Cline
January 31, 2017
Diane and Family
So so sorry to hear about Bret . He is such a WONDERFUL man in EVERY way. There is NO doubt about his love for God and his family. Please feel our prayers for you and your kids. Our hearts and prayers are with you. If there is anything we could ever do for you, PLEASE let me know.
Much love and hugs
Jonathan Buttram
January 31, 2017
Bret was such an amazing person! He had one of the most compassionate hearts I had ever encountered. Bret was my supervisor, but more than that, he poured into me on a daily basis. He was always willing to listen and give genuine godly council. I can not wait to see him again one day, I know he is now at peace in the presence of our Lord Jesus. My prayers go out to the family.
January 31, 2017
Diane, We are very sad to hear about Bret. We loved him, and we love you. We are praying for you. Janet and Rickey Wilson
Sandy Main
January 31, 2017
Our family is saddened to hear the news of Bret's passing. May love surround the family at this time. Fly with the angels, Bret! From the Smith family
Ralph Cole
January 31, 2017
I want to extend my sympathy to Diane and Susan and their families. You are in my thoughts and prayers as we await the promise of that Blessed Hope described in Titus 2:13-14.
Tim & Lori Juhnke
January 31, 2017
Diane, Tim and are saddened to hear the news of Bret's (Mr. Kroh's) sudden passing. He had such an impact on our lives at a young age. We have so many fond memories of him. He led with a servants heart, full of compassion and the love of Christ. He will be missed and yet his legacy lives on.
Brent & Jane Earles
January 31, 2017
Jane and I are very sad to hear the news of Bret's passing. We knew and remember him to be a gentle, kind, thoughtful and loving man. He spent his life seeking first the Kingdom of God, loving his family, and caring deeply for others. Our hearts are with his family, friends and colleagues at this time of grief and gratitude for knowing such a special person.
Trent Roberts
January 31, 2017
Diane I am so sorry to hear about Bret! He was always such a good friend and a great example of Christ! I am also sorry that I lost contact with him through the years. Lots of happy memories that I have through the years at school and church. You and your family is in our prayers.
Ryan Cole
January 31, 2017
Our family grew up with Bret. There is no doubt a huge hole is left with his passing. Celebration of Life is the perfect way to express this event. Diane, and Susan, know our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you.
Sandy Henderson
January 31, 2017
Diane and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My love and prayers are with you during this time. Diane, I'm sending you a big hug!
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