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John Kroetz Obituary
John N. Kroetz
84, of Indianapolis, passed away August 19, 2013. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Elisabeth Koons Kroetz; and their three children, Karol Sparks (Stephen), Sandy Granick (Jeff) and Greg Kroetz (Patti). Mr. Kroetz is also survived by two sisters, Clare Tegarden and Norma Hobbs. John and his wife Elisabeth have eight grandchildren, Courtenay Russo, Ashley Creedon, Kristin Cassamassimo, Austin Sparks, Heather Wing, Cameron Bulman, John Kroetz and Danielle Kroetz; and five great-grandsons.
John was a graduate of Shortridge High School and played Varsity Basketball. He attended Wabash College for two years where he was a member of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity. He transferred to the Butler University College of Pharmacy, graduated in 1952 and bought a pharmacy in Cumberland, IN. He opened a second Kroetz Pharmacy a few years later in Oaklandon, IN. In 1971, he bought the Rush and Hebble Co., retiring in 1990.
An avid golfer, John was a member of Hillcrest, Old Oakland and Eastlake Woodlands (Palm Harbor, FL) Country Clubs. He was also a member of Indianapolis Gyro Club and was a past president of the Indianapolis Association of Retail Pharmacists.
Visitation will be Friday, August 23, 2013 from 2:00 p.m. until the time of service at 3:30 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Fish ers-Castleton Chapel , 9900 Allisonville Rd.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Wabash College, Butler University College of Pharmacy or the charity of the donor's choice. http://www.shirleybrothers.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Kroetz
Fonda
September 8, 2024
John and his wife were wonderful neighbors to my mom and dad Jim and Alice mackintosh. I will always remember their kindness and love. Fonda
Barb & wally Hartman
August 26, 2013
My husband and I always enjoyed talking to you at church. I will always remember him talking to everyone at cardiac rehab. Our prayers are with you.
August 26, 2013
I'm sorry to hear of John"s passing. I was out of town at the time and missed his funeral. He and Jim were good friends. I'll call you soon.
Jo Schmidt
Tony Petrucciani
August 23, 2013
We'll miss you as we are passing number two green, neighbor! The Petrucciani Family.
Doug Bartlett
August 23, 2013
Aunt Elisabeth, Karol, Sandy & Greg,
I will always remember Uncle John's quiet yet hearty laugh. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Bernie Morgano
August 22, 2013
Mr Kroetz, and Family. My heart and sympathy goes out to all of you. Your grandson Austin and I are friends, and I know you would be and are very proud of him. He is a fine young man. God Bless you and your family. The Morgano family will keep you all in our prayers.
Bernie Morgano
August 22, 2013
Mr Kroetz and Family, my heart goes out to all of you. I just want you to know how proud you should be of your grandson Austin. He is a very wonderful man, I'm sure you are in heaven looking down and are very proud of him. God Bless you and your family.
Tony & Danelle Russo
August 22, 2013
Elisabeth and family, may each memory fill your hearts with his love...
Rest in peace John...
August 22, 2013
Dear Aunt Liz;
I remember Uncle John's generous smile and gentle laugh from early in my childhood- We send our deepest condolences-
Chris, Alice, Nick, Jon and Katrina Kuntz
Seattle, Washington
mark lincoln
August 21, 2013
Hello Liz. My heart goes out to you. John was one hell of a guy. My daughters and I will keep you in our prayers. if you need anything at all please call.
Susan Mathews
August 21, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. We have been neighbors for years and you were always a great friend of my Fathers. I will miss seeing you sitting on your deck. My thoughts are with Elizabeth and Family.
August 21, 2013
Dear Elisabeth and family,
We were greatly saddened by the news of John's death. We offer our sympathy and concern for you Elisabeth, and for your family.
John was a friend for many years, and was a force for good. We will miss John.
Jack and Marcia Brown
Sally Deckard
August 21, 2013
You will be missed, Uncle Johnny! Many, many fun and happy memories.
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