Alma Edmund Kruger

Alma Kruger Obituary

Alma EdmundKruger 1920 ~ 2004 Alma Edmund Kruger, a good and honorable man, died peacefully Sunday, October 31, 2004 of natural causes. Born March 29, 1920 in Salt Lake City, Utah to Julius Edmund and Lina Martha Otto Kruger. Attended West High and graduated in 1938. He was privileged to serve as a missionary in Brazil and helped lay the foundation of a mighty work that continues to roll forward. Served honorably in the US Army during World War II. After the war, he married Hilda Maaike Kramer in the Salt Lake Temple February 13, 1947. Hilda often said, "I could not have picked a more perfect husband". Retired from the Post Office after 32 years, the last 15 at the Foothill Station. Alma loved sports and games and knew how to have fun. He pitched for neighborhood baseball and kick soccer games played in the street well into his 70's. Everything was more fun when "Daddy" played. He loved teaching young boys the game of baseball and coached in the Dilworth Little League for years. His motto was, "Everyone plays in every game". To the surprise of many, his teams often competed for the league championship. He was a friend to all and enjoyed putting a smile on their faces. He was immensely proud of his 11 children and loved telling everyone about them. He was a great father who was there when his children needed him and always had a listening ear and never passed judgement. He made sure we knew and understood what was right. The gospel of Jesus Christ burned deep within his soul. He loved to serve in the church and took particular pleasure in being an exemplary home teacher which he often called "block teaching". He and Hilda served as temple workers for 13 years in the Salt Lake Temple. He often called his assignment in the temple the most precious experience of his life. A quiet unassuming man, he left a legacy of faith and goodness that will reach across generations. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Ruth Nelson, Martha Nielsen and Alice Wilson; brother, Wilford Kruger. He is survived by his wife, Hilda; children, Larry (Linda), Randy (Carla), Marlene (Bruce) Coulsey, Evelyn (Dan) Herzog, Rulon (Leslie), Russell (Susan), Inez (Tom) Hollingsworth, Lina (John) Robinson, Lloyd (Shelley), Lorraine (Gene) Hollingsworth, and Carrie (Dean) Barnett; 49 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Helen Harrison; sister-in-law, Venna Kruger; numerous nieces and nephews. The family would like to express our sincere appreciation to Paul and Kristi Kruger for the loving care they provided for the past three years. Funeral services will be held Friday, 11:00 a.m. at the Foothill 3rd Ward, 1794 S. Texas Street. A viewing will be held Thursday, 6:30-8:30 p.m. at McDougal Funeral Home, 4330 S. Redwood Rd and Friday at the church one hour prior to services. Interment, Larkin Sunset Gardens. Alma loved missionary work and the family suggests in lieu of flowers donations be made to the LDS Church Missionary Program.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Nov. 2 to Nov. 4, 2004.

Memories and Condolences
for Alma Kruger

12 Entries

Juneil Lyon

November 18, 2004

Dear Kruger family,

It was with sadness that I read the obituary of the passing of your husband and father, Alma. My acquaintance with him goes back a long way to the time when he was working at the Post Office. When I would come in to mail things and have my children in tow, he would always kid them and give them a stamp on their hand. He made his service at the Post Office a pleasure. Later, after he retired, I enjoyed seeing him and greeting him at Dan's where he was a bagger. He often helped me with groceries to my car. I just wanted you to know what a kind, gentlemanly person your dear Alma was to people with whom he interacted in his professional life. With my sympathy,

Kristina Hood

November 4, 2004

HIlda and family,

I wish I could be there to Help and mourne with you at this time. Steven and my prayers are with you always. We miss seeing all of you. Uncle Alma was a wonderful uncle he often made me smile. He always made me fill loved and wanted. i will miss him a lot.

LOVING YOU

STEVEN AND KRISTINA HOOD

Debbie Hadlock

November 4, 2004

Dear Kruger’s,

Our love goes out to all of you. Alma was such a fun man to be around. I saw him on a regular basis at the post office when I worked for a publishing company. Seeing him at family outings with Russ and Susan was just an added benefit. His laugh and smile have always been contagious.

We pray the Lord will be with you and comfort you!

Love always!

Debbie (Devey) Hadlock and family

Kathy Roos

November 4, 2004

Dear Kruger family,

Ted and I want to send our deepest sympathy of the passing of your father. He was a great man. We have great memories of your Dad and the fun we all had at Dan's. He has left a lasting imprint on many people, such a Christ like man!

God Bless you all!

Ted & Kathy(Grow) Roos

Heidi (Jarvis) Naylor

November 3, 2004

Dear Kruger Family: I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you. I have so many great and fond memories of your family and your dad. The neighborhood baseball games (with the great white J.R. aka Lloyd), the sunday night popcorn parties and grasshopper pies from Inez. Thank you all for letting me be apart of your family. Your dad's relentless teasing alway's kept me thinking of something I could do or say to not let him think he got me. But he usually won the tease. I alway's loved his great smile and his kind heart. I have wonderful childhood memories because of your family, especially my friendship with Lorraine. Thanks for letting me tag along and share all that love and kindness. My best wishes to all. Losing those we love is so hard, but we have a great eternal plan to help us through it. With my love, Heidi

Linda DeVore

November 3, 2004

Dear Marlene, I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. I remember when I worked at Dan's Foods on 21st South. He always had a contagious smile and laugh. Now, that laugh is silent..just remember all of the good memories of him, I will. I'm sure that he was welcomed into the kingdom of our Father, with "well done, thou good and faithful servant." I give my love to your wonderful family. Linda

Leta (Kip) Frank

November 3, 2004

Dear Family members,

I'm sadden to hear of the loss of Uncle Alma. What a funny man he was. I have many fond memories of christmas, thanksgiving and family parties where he always joked around. My love you you all and sorry I can't be there for the funeral. Love Leta

Walter & Kathleen Campbell & Family

November 3, 2004

Dear Aunt Hilda and Family:

Words cannot express the great sorrow that we felt on hearing of Alma's passing. When I think of Uncle Alma the first thing that comes to mind is his great laugh when he was teasing the children.

He could bring joy and laughter to any room just by walking into it.

What a wonderful spirit.

Although we can't be there in person, our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this difficult time.

Ed and Suzanne Kennedy

November 3, 2004

Dearest Hilda and family, We are so saddened to read of Alma's passing. We loved him and have so many wonderful memories of him, his darling sense of humor and that great smile! How comforting it is to have the knowledge of our Heavenly Father's plan of happiness at this time and to know that he is in a far better place, with a sharp memory and healthy body. Please accept our condolances, Ed and Suzanne

Myra Tams

November 3, 2004

Randy

What a beautiful life your father had. The tribute in the paper was very special. I'm sorry for your loss. Know that we are all thinking of you, and all is well. I'm glad to know you and be your friend.

Kelli Kramer

November 3, 2004

Aunt Hilda and family. I(Kelli) did not know Uncle Alma that well but I always enjoyed his company at family functions. He made all of us feel very welcome and loved. He will be missed dearly. We send our best to Aunt Hilda and to your children and there family. We all send our love and our prayers are with you. Love always, Frank, Anne & Abigail; Kristina & Steven; Karen, Mike, Kyle, Eleisa & Nicholas; Keith, Heather, Kalob & Rylynn; Kelli and Sherry Kramer. We love you

Carol Moss

November 2, 2004

Dear Family of Brother Kruger, I want to express my sympathy to you for such a great loss by Alma's passing. I am a stranger to your family but I must tell you how this dear man ALWAYS touched my heart when I met him at the Post Office. He was such a gentle giant. The world will not be the same without him. He is the best example I know of humble, Christlike love. He taught me the value of courtesy and love to everyone! Please know your family is appreciated because this dear man represented you well!

-Most Sincerely,

Carol Moss, a Post Office Patron [and SL Temple Patron]

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