Richard Lee “Dick” Krueger, age 90, of Gaylord, MI, passed away on Saturday, October 23, 2021, in Gaylord.
Dick was born on November 6, 1930, in Flint, MI, to Fred and Erma (Schluentz) Krueger.
He worked for AC Spark Plug, Bendix, and Phillips, after serving in the United States Air Force in Korea.
On December 26, 1951, he married his high school sweetheart, Mary “Del” Greer. Their family soon grew with the additions of their daughter, Lisa, and son, Karl.
Dick loved to travel and go on adventures big and small. He cherished time spent with his family. During his retirement, he developed an interest in genealogy and enjoyed researching his family’s history. Dick was known for his helpful nature. He was a genuine “people-person.”
Dick is survived by his wife of nearly 70 years, Mary “Del” Krueger of Gaylord, MI; his children, Lisa (Kim) Williams of White Lake, MI, and Karl (Dory) Krueger of Winnsboro, TX; his grandchildren, Nicole (Scott) Bielski and Weston (Bre Volin) Williams; his great-grandchildren, Callan, Cameron, and Harper Harlow; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be held at the Dryer Funeral Home (101 First St.) in Holly, MI on Tuesday, November 2, 2021, from 10:30 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. Graveside services will follow at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, MI, at 2:30 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN), through their website, www.autisticadvocacy.org, or by mail, PO Box 66122, Washington, DC 20035.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to the Nelson Funeral Home and Cremation Service, PO Box 1548, Gaylord, MI 49734.
8 comments on “Richard L. Krueger”
REST IN PEACE DEAR FRIEND
Sorry to hear of the passing of our Otsego Lake neighbor. Patty & I enjoyed our visits with Dick & Del at our favorite restaurants. Our sympathies go out to Del and family.
It’s really hard to lose a lifetime best friend of 75 years. Dick and I and later with our wives, Del and Sue, shared many good times together. He will be sorely missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Dick will truly be missed. I looked forward to our yearly meet ups in Florida. He always put a smile on my face. Hugs to Del and her family!
My deepest sympathy to Del and Lisa and Karl! Dick was such a kind and thoughtful person who always took time to enjoy life! He will be missed by many!
Cookie man, I will miss you! Big hugs to Del and the family.
Nancy and I enjoyed many years (around 40 or so) of friendship with Dick and Del.. Lots of fun times and memories.
Always glad to see my cousin Delmar and husband Dick come to visit, So sorry to hear he passed. Prayers for the Family.