Robert Krueckeberg

Click here to view Memorial Tribute Robert Louis Krueckeberg, age 92, of Kendallville, passed away July 26, 2025, at Parkview Randallia Hospital in Fort Wayne. Bob was born in Mishawaka, Indiana, on September 2, 1932, to the late Leo Carl Krueckeberg and Helen Henrietta (Miller) Krueckeberg. He graduated from Kendallville High School in 1950 and entered in the United States Air Force where he honorably served his country from 1952-1956. When he returned home from the Air Force, Bob just happened upon a job at Northern Indiana Fuel & Light where he dedicated the next 40 years of service to the Kendallville company. Along the way, Bob was promoted and became the manager of NIF&L for 28 of those 40 years. He married Mary Lou Kerns on June 23, 1956, in Portland, Indiana. Mary Lou preceded him in death just four months ago on March 19, 2025. Bob and Mary Lou were faithful in marriage for almost 70 years. They loved spending time with their children and grandchildren, going on cruises and traveling to Branson, Missouri together. Bob was a loving, generous and supportive father, and grandfather. He was also very active in the community. He was a member of St. John Lutheran Church where he served the church in various capacities including elder and usher. He was a member of the American Legion Post 86, Kendallville Lion's Club for 39 years, and the East Noble Band Boosters. Bob was an avid East Noble High School sports fan. He collected tickets at the gate of many (too numerous to count) EN football and basketball games. He was passionate about EN athletics, attended both home and away games, and was season ticket holder for 55 years. Bob loved the Chicago Cubs and routed for the Cubbies through thick and thin! Bob Krueckeberg was a blessed man in so many ways. He was deeply loved by his family, and he will be greatly missed. Survivors include: Son, Greg and Cindy Krueckeberg of Kendallville. Son, Randy Krueckeberg of Angola. Daughter, Karen Moga of Kendallville. Daughter, Linda and Jeff Devers of Kendallville. 11 grandchildren: Ryan Krueckeberg of Orlando, Florida; Kelly (Ruben) Remy of Portland, Oregon; Kyle (Jessica) Young of Fillmore, Indiana; Kris (Brandy) Young of Huntertown; Megan (Neil) Buckhardt of Ege; Matthew (Meagan) Krueckeberg of Burr Oak, Michigan; Michael (Braidon) Krueckeberg of Avilla; Derrick Moga of Kendallville; Taylor Moga and her fiancé, Sean Cook both of Orlando, Florida; Lynsee (Bryce) Staker of Kendallville; and Drew (Toni) Devers of Kendallville. 14 great grandchildren also survive. Bob was preceded in death by his parents, Leo and Helen Krueckeberg; a daughter, Susan Krueckeberg Young in 1983; and brothers, Donald and his twin, William Krueckeberg. Visitation will be held Friday, August 1, 2025, from 4:00 - 7:00 PM at Hite Funeral Home in Kendallville. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM at St. John Lutheran Church on Oak Street in Kendallville with Pastor Phil Rigdon officiating the service. There will also be visitation at 10:00 AM at the church prior to the service. Burial with military honors will follow at Lake View Cemetery. Casket bearers will be his grandchildren. Memorial donations may be made to the American Legion Post 86 or St. John Lutheran Church. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Robert Krueckeberg, please visit our floral store.