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Jon Kruger Obituary
Age: 70 • Milton
Milton - Jon C. Kruger, 70, died Wednesday November 30, 2016 at the UVMMC in Burlington, with his loving family by his side.
Jon was born on June 21, 1946 in Burlington, the son of George and Rebecca (Brown) Kruger.
He graduated from So. Burlington High School in 1964. He served in the U.S. Air Force and had been employed for the South Burlington Police Department for many years.
Jon married Debra Ploof on May 24, 1997 in Milton, Vermont.
Jon loved to fish and loved to introduce people to fishing. He was a Vermont Hunter Safety Education Instructor and a Firearms Instructor for many years. He also enjoyed being a "Let's Go Fishing" instructor for many years.
In addition to Debra of Milton, Jon is survived by his son, Joshua Kruger of Huntington, his daughter Jessica Williams and her husband Winston of St. Albans, his grandchildren Eric, Kira, Luke and Leia, his brothers Douglas Kruger of Fl., and Mark Kruger and his wife Karen of Milton, his mother-in-law Carole Ploof of South Burlington, his sister-in-law Randi Sanville and her husband Chris of South Burlington, his brother-in-law Sean Ploof and his wife Nancy of Burlington and by his nieces and nephews Christopher, Daniel, Jason, Christina, Tyler, Ali, Rayan and Erin. He was predeceased by his parents, his son Jeremy, his father-in-law James Ploof, his nephew Sean and his niece Ashley.
For those who wish memorials in Jon's memory may be made to the Rebecca Kruger Memorial Fund at the Community Lutheran Church, 1560 Williston Road, So. Burlington, VT 05403.
Visiting hours will be held on Monday December 5, 2016 from 4-7 pm in the Minor Funeral and Cremation Center in Milton.
A Funeral Service will be held on Tuesday December 6, 2016 at 11 am in the Community Lutheran Church in So. Burlington.
Online condolences may be made to www. minorfh.com.
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David LaPlant
August 5, 2017
Sadly Life is such a Rush for me.... I ran into Jon's Wife today at the grocery store. She told me about Jon's passing. Jon was a Great customer, and became my Friend. All of us at AATEK will miss you dearly. R.I.P. my Friend. My God Bless you and all of those you Loved.,
December 7, 2016
To the Kruger family. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Jon. I am thinking of all of you and sending prayers and blessing durning this difficult time. Kathy Barron
Karen Houston
December 6, 2016
Krug,
May the memories you made with your brother bring you comfort. You have another angel watching over you. You are in my prayers.
Barbara Dryer
December 5, 2016
Mark we are so sorry for your loss but be happy knowing your dear brother is with your mom and dad and looking down from heaven thanking you for being such a huge part of his beloved family, Our sincere condolences go out to you and your family in your time of loss. Sandi,Janice,Nancy and Barb. Pariseau
Thomas Fraga
December 4, 2016
Jon was one of my First mentors on the SBPD, we were so young then, he taught us all many police related skills, but his love of community was above them all, I am forever thankful for that. The years passed and I observed a great love grow between Debbie and Jon and never saw two happier people. Deb I'm so sorry for your lost, but so grateful you gave Jon so many wonderful years of love and friendship. His life and mentor-ship lives on in so many of us.
Love and Prayers - Thomas (Sgt. Frogman)
Phil & Diane McArthur
December 4, 2016
We are sorry to hear of Jon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at these sad times.
Peter Gadue
December 3, 2016
Deb & Family
Sorry to hear of Jon's passing. A great man and great person to work with during my tenure at SBPD. Years ago. I'm sure he is at rest and peace now.
Sincerely
Pete & Jeannie Gadue
Missy Crocker
December 3, 2016
Deb and Family, We are very sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Missy and Eric Crocker and Family
RitaRouleau
December 3, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jay Fish
December 3, 2016
Sorry to hear Jon passed away.
Ruth Edwards
December 3, 2016
Dennis and I are so sorry to hear of your loss. We pray the wonderful memories you have will fill your heart with warmth and peace.
Don Campbell
December 2, 2016
Sad to hear of Jon's passing I worked with him @ sbpd 1980's . He had great knowledge that I will miss lot.
CAROL HULETT
December 2, 2016
So sad to hear of Jon's passing. He was a very special man that my husband and I had the pleasure of knowing. Truly wonderful family man and awesome police officer. May you find comfort in all your wonderful memories. Peace be with you.
Carol Hulett
December 2, 2016
Real professional who had a heart of gold.My thoughts for family
Paul Poynter
Butch & Kathy Dutra
December 2, 2016
Doug and Family, so sorry for your loss.
Jackie Dorfner
December 2, 2016
Deb, Mark& Karen and Krug,
I was saddened to hear of John's passing. He was a wonderful man and I always enjoyed listening to his stories. May your memories give you strength during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you .
Jackie Dorfner
Wayne Lavertue
December 2, 2016
Debra and the Kruger family, my deepest condolences on the passing of Jon. May God bless you all.
Jackie Dorfner
December 2, 2016
Debra, Mark & Karen, Krug, and family,
I was saddened to hear of John's passing. I always enjoyed listening to his stories and jokes. He was a wonderful man and I know he will be deeply missed. May your memories of John give you strength at this difficult time.
Beanie Davis
December 2, 2016
Debbie and family, I had the pleasure of working with Jon at South Burlington Police back in the 80's. He was a good guy with a dry sense of humor that took a while for me to get. I am thinking of all of you at this time and wish you all peace. Prayers and thoughts go out to you all
Beanie
December 2, 2016
Although I have moved away I still carry the CLC family in my heart and am so sad at the loss of Jon. I pray that the wonderful memories of a great man and the love of your life give you some comfort until you meet again in HIS home.
Gert (Middlebrook) Behrens
December 2, 2016
Dear Deb and Family....may all the wonderful memories you shared help you through this difficult time. His courageous attitude in dealing with cancer is an inspiration to all. God Bless you.
Love, Aunt Nan & Uncle Lou
Rick Wood
December 2, 2016
So sorry to hear this. :-(
Jon was one of the good-guys, so much so that I wanted all of my children to learn hunter-safety from him.
My two eldest, my wife and my brother all had the privilege of learning from him. Unfortunately, though, when my youngest was finally of age to learn HS, though, Jon had stopped teaching the class.
He is irreplaceable and will be truly missed.
Prayers for peace, strength and courage for all his family, but especially for you Deb.
Lots of hugs.
Lessie Danis
December 2, 2016
My deepest condolences to the Kruger family. I have many fine memories spent with my cousin.
June Desso Thibault
December 2, 2016
Deb and family-So sorry to hear of your loss. Jon was certainly one of the good guys and I know he made you very happy. I hope you find peace in your shared moments you will always remember in the time ahead. Thoughts and prayers sent your way from all of us.
Darla Champine
December 2, 2016
Deb
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. Jon was a good man and a good policeman and friend to many.
Warren & Dee Lavery
December 2, 2016
Doug, Carole and the extended Kruger family, please accept our heartfelt condolences and prayers on Jon's passing
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