Service Information
Marlyn A. Krueger, age 95, of Hutchinson, Minnesota, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson.
Funeral Service will be Thursday, June 27, 2024, 11:00 A.M., at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, with interment in Oakland Cemetery in Hutchinson.
Visitation will be Wednesday, June 26, from 4:00-7:00 P.M., at Dobratz-Hantge Funeral Chapel in Hutchinson, and will continue one hour prior to the service at the church.
Memorials preferred.
Obituary
Marlyn Ann Ida Krueger was born on May 11, 1929, in Penn Township, Minnesota. She was the daughter of Martin and Blanche (Klawitter) Wilhelm. Marlyn was baptized as an infant on June 9, 1929, at St. Matthew’s Lutheran Church in Penn Township, and later confirmed in her faith as a youth on June 11, 1944, at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Brownton, Minnesota. The Wilhelm’s rented housing, so they moved often, but always stayed in the Brownton area. She received her education in Brownton and was a graduate of the Brownton High School Class of 1947.
After graduation, Marlyn was employed at 3M where she was selected as the 3M Queen. As one of three Hutchinson representatives, she was chosen to represent Hutchinson in the 1950 St. Paul Winter Carnival.
On March 31, 1950, Marlyn was united in marriage to Arthur Krueger at Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, Minnesota. This marriage was blessed with three children, Tony, Karla and Paul. Marlyn and Arthur made their home in Hutchinson. They shared 51 years of marriage until Arthur passed away on November 7, 2001.
Shortly after starting a family, Marlyn became a full-time wife and mother. She was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church in Hutchinson, serving on the Dorcas Group, helping with salad luncheons, serving treats at Bible School, serving funeral luncheons, and going to Bethesda Thrift Shop once a month. Marlyn also volunteered at Meals on Wheels, the hospital thrift store, fixed hair at Burns Manor, made quilts and soap for World Relief, and helped with Legion spaghetti dinners.
Marlyn enjoyed crocheting, bowling, volleyball, and playing cards. She cherished time spent with her family and friends.
Marlyn passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Harmony River Living Center in Hutchinson, at the age of 95 years old.
Blessed be her memory.
Marlyn is survived by her:
Children, Karla (Jerome) Wosmek of Darwin, MN,
Paul (Deb) Krueger of Maple Grove, MN;
Grandson, Philip Wosmek;
Great grandchildren, Job (Grace), Thomas, Emma, and Luke Wosmek;
Sister, Leone Kujas;
Sister-in-law, Olive Krueger;
Many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Marlyn is preceded in death by her Parents, Martin and Blanche Wilhelm; Husband, Arthur Krueger; Son, Tony Krueger; Grandson, Brad Wosmek.
Lea Ette Peters says
Dear Krueger family,
Marlyn was a sweet caring person with a warm smile. We would send cards to each other and I loved her handwritten messages. I always told her if I could pick a second mom, it would have been her. She was not only
beautiful on the outside but inside as well. She enjoyed showing photo’s of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. I’m so thankful for my recent visit to her at Harmony River. Precious memories of her will live on in your hearts forever. My deepest sympathy to all of you. In friendship and love, Lea Ette Peters
Judy Hagen says
Marlyn was so kind to us when we moved to Hutchinson 39 years ago across the street from her. She was always baking cookies for the girls and just stopping over to say hi. I enjoyed visiting as I biked to work past her home. I reconnected at harmony river and was so glad she was being well cared for. She was a real blessing to me over the years!
Robert Alsleben says
Growing up in Brownton and close to the Wilhelm family is a shared experience for which my family is so grateful. All of them were older and often served as care givers, babysitters. How surprising it was then to see Marilyn in the same neighborhood as my mother-in-law at Harmony River. We caught up on many almost long lost memories of our families in Brownton. Thanks Marilyn, The Lord bless and keep you. Bobby Alsleben
Diane Doring says
Karla and family
Sorry to hear of your mother’s passing she was a great lady I remember her so well. She has quite a legacy to follow but you are doing your best to do it