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Jutta Cluka Obituary
Jutta Lisa Cluka (Kruger), age 88, of Willmar, passed away unexpectedly Sunday morning, July 14, at her residence.
A private celebration of life service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are entrusted to the Peterson Brothers Funeral Home in Willmar. www.petersonbrothers.com
Jutta was born on August 19, 1935, in Germany. She met and married John Cluka Sr. in 1959, while he was stationed in Germany serving in the U.S. Army. Their marriage was blessed with five children. They later divorced and she made her home in Willmar.
Jutta loved to care for her family and had a special place in her heart for children. She also had many beloved dogs and cats that she cared for over the years. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Jutta is survived by her children, Patricia Hunt of Springfield, Illinois, John (and Patti) Cluka of Atwater, Teresa (and Allen) King of New London, Robert (and Carol) Cluka of Willmar and Jamie (and Heather) Cluka of Willmar; nine grandchildren; fourteen great grandchildren; one brother and one sister, besides other relatives in Germany.
She was preceded in death by her parents; one daughter, Susan Soine; one grandson, Curtis King; and other friends that she has enjoyed spending time with over the years.
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700 Becker Avenue Southwest, Willmar, MN 56201
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