Elroy E. Krueger

Elroy E. Krueger, 73, Town of Rib Falls passed away unexpectedly at his residence on February 18, 2023.

He was born on August 23, 1949, in Wausau; son of the late Harvey and Viola (Reimer) Krueger.

Shortly after graduating from Marathon High School, he enlisted in the Navy, proudly serving his country. He worked at Green Bay Packaging for 40 years, retiring in 2011. He was an active member of the Rib Falls Lions Club. He visited Washington D.C. in April 2019 as part of the Never Forgotten Honor Flight.

In his free time, he enjoyed an occasional bus trip to the casino, hunting, fishing and working in his flower gardens.

Survivors include his brother, Merlin (Patsy) Krueger, Sun Lakes, AZ; brother-in-law, David Pawlowski, Athens; stepsister, Sandy (Art) Ebbinger: stepbrothers, Gary (Beverly) Baumann, Merrill, Dennis Baumann, N.C.; God-son, Jody Krueger, Wausau, and many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Laverne (Ann) Krueger; sister, Phyllis Pawlowski; stepmother, LaVila (Baumann) Krueger; stepsister, Sharon Landowski and stepbrother, Lylas (Jean) Baumann.

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25, 2023, at St. Matthew Ev. Lutheran Church, Marathon. The Rev. Jon Hadler will officiate. Burial will be in the Restlawn Memorial Park, Wausau. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9 a.m. until the time of services, all at the church.  In lieu of flowers a memorial has been established in Elroy’s name.

Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Marathon, is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com