Service Information
Brian J. Krumrey, age 53, of Hector, Minnesota, passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022, at his home.
Celebration of Life Gathering will be Saturday, September 17, 2022, from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Brad and Susan Krumrey’s Home, 217 E. Hall Avenue, Buffalo Lake, Minnesota,
Memorial Prayer Service will be held at 5:00 P.M. on Saturday, September 17, 2022, at Brad and Susan’s home.
Private Family Graveside Service in Zion Lutheran Cemetery in Buffalo Lake.
Memorials preferred.
Obituary
Brian James Krumrey was born on June 23, 1969, in Glencoe, Minnesota. He was the son of Kenneth Krumrey and Constance (Young) Maiers. Brian was baptized as an infant on July 20, 1969, and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth on April 29, 1984, both at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake, Minnesota. He received his education in Buffalo Lake, and was part of the last class to graduate from Buffalo Lake High School, Class of 1987. Brian furthered his education at Granite Falls AVTI for auto body for one semester.
On July 20, 1991, Brian was united in marriage to Susan “Sue” Bach at Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake. This marriage was blessed with three sons; Austin, Dakota, and Wyatt. Brian and Sue purchased a farm site south of Buffalo Lake where they raised cattle, sheep, pigs, chickens, ducks, and geese. They shared 31 years of marriage.
In 1994, Brian was the first employee hired by his brother, Brad. He was a foreman at K & S Millwrights in Buffalo Lake, heading up a repair crew. Brian worked with Brad for 26 years, retiring in February of 2020 due to health issues. He truly enjoyed his job and working with the local farmers and companies. Troubleshooting was one of the passions of the job he enjoyed most, Brian was very mechanically inclined. If someone couldn’t figure out a problem, you could bet they would be calling Brian direct. If he had a vision something would work, he would almost always make it work!
Brian was a member of Zion Evangelical Lutheran Church in Buffalo Lake, serving as a past trustee, and a member of their Improvement Committee. He was also a member of the Buffalo Lake Rod and Gun Club, Buffalo Lake Lions Club, and Minnesota Minn-e-Rod Club.
Brian had a passion for cooking, especially a hog roast. He roasted many pigs for graduations, weddings, and just because; never turning down the opportunity to butcher a pig and throw it on the hog roaster that he built. His heart was huge, if you needed anything, rest assured he would be there to lend a helping hand. Brian also enjoyed motorcycling, minn-e-rods, tinkering/working on any motorized vehicle, 4 x 4 off-roading, and hobby farming. He especially enjoyed spending time with his family and many friends. Brian was an incredible husband and dad; above all, he loved his family more than anything.
Brian was diagnosed with ALS in February of 2020. The disease took over his body, but Brian was a strong, tough, very independent man who wanted to stay in his house with his animals, family, and faithful wife until the very end. Brian peacefully passed away at home Tuesday morning, September 13, 2022, surrounded by his family; at the age of 53 years old.
Blessed be Brian’s memory.
Brian is survived by his:
Wife, Sue Krumrey of Hector, MN;
Sons, Dakota Krumrey of Paynesville, MN and Wyatt Krumrey of Hector, MN;
Father, Kenneth Krumrey and wife, Julie of Buffalo Lake, MN;
Mother, Constance Maiers of Buffalo Lake, MN;
Siblings, Brad Krumrey and wife Susan of Buffalo Lake, MN;
Shyann Topel and husband Luke of Stewart, MN;
Kolt Krumrey and wife Rae of Hector, MN;
Shantay Schaufler and husband Rodney of Stewart, MN;
Kannon Krumrey of Buffalo Lake, MN;
Mother-in-law, Sandra Bach of Litchfield, MN;
Sister-in-law, Sherry Nelson of Litchfield, MN;
Godparents, Bob Richards of Buffalo Lake, MN and Marilyn Sell of Los Gatos, CA;
Farming Buddy and Cousin, Pat Krumrey of Buffalo Lake, MN;
Many other nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
Brian was preceded in death by his son in 2008, Austin Krumrey. A sister in infancy, Laura Krumrey. Step-father, Joseph Maiers. Grandparents, Arvid and Ruth Krumrey, and James and Gladys Young. Father-in-law, Jerome Bach.
Serianna Olson says
Brian didn’t want us to mourn him, but to celebrate his life instead. And that we shall. I have such fond childhood memories of my cousin. I will miss him, but I comfort myself by knowing he is with his beloved son, Austin, and is no longer in any pain.
Love you, cous’!
Deb Adams says
My sincere sympathy to Sue, Brian’s entire family and to his Mom, Connie Maiers. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Bob and Sue says
Praying for healing during this difficult journey of life.
Lynn Hillmann Jensen says
So sorry to read this news of Brian’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you
Dick and Erika Hoversten says
Sue and family,
Dick and I are sending our sincere sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss.
Cherish the memories!
Nancy Dahl says
No words I say will help the hurt and sadness. Just know I am praying that God brings comfort to your family. My heart is with you.
Dan penk says
So sorry for your loss Brian was a great guy he will be missed
Jeff, Jen, and Will Olsen Krengel says
We’re sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. While we hadn’t seen him in quite some time, we’ll miss our cousin a great deal. Our thoughts are with Sue and the whole family.
Jo Reck says
Dear Sue and boys, I am so sorry for your huge loss, and yet at the same time I am glad that Brian is no longer suffering. It was a long battle which he fought as best he could. I pray that God will give you comfort and peace in the days and week ahead, as you adjust to life without him. You are on my heart and in my prayers~God’s blessings on you all
Mark and Lila Kapping says
Our deepest sympathy to you Sue, and your family. May God send his comfort and blessings.
Valerie J. Thomas says
So sorry to hear about the loss of your husband. Just remember the good times & keep those forever in your heart.
Ann Zivkovich says
My thoughts and prayers are with You and your boys!! God’s blessings.
Schellie Housman Duce says
Sue and the entire Krumrey family, I am so sorry to hear of Brian’s passing. He was a gentle giant of a man and a friend to anyone. I wish you peace in your time of mourning. May God raise you up and hold you close.