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JOHN KRUEGER Obituary

DR. JOHN E. KRUEGER, M.D., 89, passed away Tuesday, April 14, 2015, in Fort Wayne. Born in Moline, Ill., John served as a member of the U.S. Marines in the South Pacific during World War II. John completed his Doctorate from the University of Iowa School of Medicine in 1953, he then moved to Fort Wayne with his wife and completed his residency at St. Joseph Hospital. John was in practice with Dr. John A. Nill, M.D. He practiced as a physician for over 50 years in Fort Wayne. He was formerly a Chief of Staff at St. Joseph Hospital and practiced at South Anthony Medical Center. John was a founding member of StatCare. Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Mercedes Krueger of Fort Wayne; daughter, Laura (Jerome) Nix of Atlanta, Ga.; sons, Mark (Trina) Krueger of Churubusco, Ind. and Timothy (Wendy) Krueger of Phoenix, Ariz.; nine grandchildren; and sister, Doris Laughlin of Webster City, Iowa. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Amy Krueger; parents, Fred and Eunice Krueger; and brother, Warren Krueger. Mass of Christian Burial is 11 a.m. Saturday, April 18, 2015, at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church, with calling one hour prior. Calling also from 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, April 17, 2015, at D.O. McComb & Sons Covington Knolls Funeral Home, 8325 Covington Road, with a Rosary service at 5 p.m. Burial in Catholic Cemetery. Memorials may be made to Masses or the Matthew 25 Clinic. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.domccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Apr. 16, 2015.

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June Shively

January 4, 2018

I am so sorry to know of Jack's passing. He was my doctor and a good friend as was his wife, Merc. He was such a wonderful man and I will never forget his kindnesses. He was a man of faith so I know for certain he is in heaven attending to God's wishes. Rest In Peace, Jack.

Maria Henry

April 23, 2015

I would like to send my sincere condolences to the family. He was my doctor when I was a little girl and my families doctor as well. He was a good man, doctor, and friend. We have missed him over the years and was sad when he retired from Anthony Medical Center. Sorry to hear of his loss, my prayers are with you all.

Gloria Myers

April 19, 2015

Mrs. Krueger & Family. I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Dr.Krueger at AMC for many years in Radiology. We had a lot of good times.
He was a good Man.

Julie Schneider

April 18, 2015

I was a student nurse at St Joe and remember Dr. Krueger fondly. Many years later our boys player hockey together at the old Elliot Gunner arena. My sympathy and prayers are with you. Peace and Grace.

Pat Laughlin

April 17, 2015

My prayers to the family, Dr. Krueger delivered me and was my physician till he retired and I will miss him. God bless your family.

Carole Elder

April 16, 2015

Mrs Krueger and family, My deepest sympathy to you. Dr. Krueger was indeed a very special and caring physician. He along with Dr. Nill, was our family physician for many years. God bless your family.

April 16, 2015

Mercedes,
My sympathy and prayers. Appreciated Dr. Krueger's care for my mother at St. Anne's. Rita Clemmer

Sandy Libben

April 16, 2015

May you find comfort in your memories. Dr. Krueger was a wonderful physician and I had the pleasure of working with him as Medical Director on Koala and TCU at St Joe. He was always there when you needed him. He also could give the best hugs. My thoughts and prayer to the family.

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