Leo Kruger Obituary
Leo Kruger, 76 of Huger, South Carolina, passed away on Wednesday, September 3, 2025.
Born on October 14, 1948, in Brooklyn, NY, he was a son of the late Mary Kruger (Garite) and Charles Kruger.
Our father, Leo Kruger, left us on September 3rd, 2025, a day that will forever be marked by his absence. He was the kindest soul, a gentle and giving man who worked tirelessly for his family. Dad taught us the value of hard work, honesty, and faith, always leading by example with strength, courage and integrity.
Leo honored his country and enlisted in the United States Army. He was awarded with two purple hearts after his tour in Vietnam.
Leo is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Mary Kruger; brother, Charles Kruger; and sisters, Doris Kruger and Evelyn Kruger
Leo is survived by his wife of 54 years, Denise Kruger; daughter, Donna Simmons and husband, William; sons, Robert Kruger and Thomas Kruger; four grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and sister, Anna Wright.
The family will receive friends on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 2:00 - 4:00 pm at McAlister-Smith Funeral Home, 1520 Rifle Range Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464.
Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at mcalister-smith.com/.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to McAlister-Smith Funeral and Cremation, 1520 Rifle Range Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464, 843-884-3833.
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1520 Rifle Range Rd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464
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