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1928

DIED

2016

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820 Talcott Road

Park Ridge, Illinois

Fred Krueger Obituary

Fred Ernst Krueger, age 88, passed away peacefully on December 20, 2016 surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife Lillian of 61 years and his six (6) devoted children; Linda (Dan) Hoelzen, Fred Krueger, Karen Torger, Greg (Danielle) Krueger, Jim (Paula) Krueger and Sandra (Chris) Miller. Dearest grandfather of eight (8) grandchildren, Joseph Hoelzen, Lauren (Torger) Davis, Britt Torger, Evan, Spencer, Kendall Krueger, Taylor and Hannah Krueger and great grandchild, Harvey Hoelzen. Visitation Nelson Funeral Home 820 W. Talcott, Park Ridge Friday, from 10:00 a.m. to the Time of Service 11:30 a.m. . Interment Town of Main Cemetery, Park Ridge. For info. 847-823-5122 or www.nelsonfunerals.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 21, 2016.

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Eva Cameron

September 30, 2018

Dear friend thank you for all of the Shawano memories with your family , you will be missed...Eva

John Lawson

December 23, 2016

a great neighbor and wonderful friend. When I'd see Fred outside with Lillian in the summers, he always took time to wave me over and chat about the things that were going on and how his life was going. I'll miss our talks. a great man has gone to be with god.

Marjie Podzielinski

December 21, 2016

Much love to all the Krueger family as you celebrate Fred's life.
The Greatest generation will never be forgotten ❤

Gina & Jeff Zebron

December 21, 2016

We love you guys! So sorry you've endured such a big loss at this special time of year. Prayers for peace and may happy memories fill your home with warmth and laughter as you gather around your holiday table! xo
love, The Zebrons

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Memorial Events
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Dec

23

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Nelson Funeral Home

820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Dec

23

Service

11:30 a.m.

Nelson Funeral Home

820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

Dec

23

Interment

Town of Main Cemetery

Park Ridge, IL

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820 Talcott Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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