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David Krahl Obituary
Born: July 23, 1939; in Joliet, IL
Died: September 9, 2016; in Morris, IL
David L. Krahl "Kruzer," age 77, of Coal City, formerly Horseshoe Bend, Arkansas, passed away Friday September 9, 2016 at Morris Hospital.
Born July 23, 1939 in Joliet, David was raised and educated in Joliet, and graduated from Joliet Township High School. He served in the United States Air Force, and worked for Caterpillar in Joliet for 43 years until he retired. Kruzer enjoyed golfing and bowling, playing cards, and solving crossword and jigsaw puzzles. He was passionate about traveling to see the world and loved going on cruises.
Survivors include his three children, Kristopher (Carla) Krahl of Williamsville, New York, Erica (Eddie Leasure) Krahl of Coal City, and Kelly Krahl of Braceville; five grandchildren, Keegan and Cameron Thacher of Coal City, Ambiance Krahl of Braceville, and Dennis and Robert Krahl of Williamsville, New York; two brothers, Harry (Donna) Holm, Jr. of Plainfield and Joseph Holm of DeKalb; brother-in-law, Al Cap of Bloomington; and numerous nieces and nephews.
David was preceded in death by his mother, Clara Merlo; and his sister, Linda Cap.
Visitation will be Friday September 16, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until time of funeral service, 1:00 p.m., at Reeves Funeral Home, 75 North Broadway, in Coal City. Cremation rites will be accorded following the services.
Family and friends may sign the online guest book, upload photographs, or share David's memorial page by logging onto: www.ReevesFuneral.com
Funeral services and arrangements are under the direction and care of Reeves Funeral Homes, Ltd., 75 North Broadway, in Coal City 815-634-2125.
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Dale Christensen
September 14, 2016
Rip Dave, past memory's from the 60's still makes me smile.
Art Stamm
September 14, 2016
Rest in peace Dave. You were a good friend for 48 years.
Erma Davis
September 14, 2016
My condolence to the family of David L. Krahl. Our heavenly Father is a helper and comforter during this distressing time. Psalm 86:17
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