MGySgt Kenneth Wayne Krueger

Kenneth Wayne Krueger entered this world on April 15, 1964 and went home to be with his Lord on August 24, 2023 having attained the age of 59 years. Kenneth, son of Kendall Wayne Krueger and Genevieve Margaret (Hoyer) Krueger, was born in Manitowoc, Wisconsin where he grew up, graduated from high school, and attended college. In 1982, Ken entered the United States Marine Corp and served his country faithfully until his retirement on December 31, 2008, after 26 years of service. He had attained the rank of Master Gunnery Sergeant and earned several awards and commendations; some of which included: Rifle Expert Badge (3), Pistol Expert Badge (4), Legion of Merit, Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal (8), Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal (5), Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal (2), Sea Service Deployment ribbon (10), Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Korean Defense Service Medal, National Defense Service Medal (2), Navy Unit Commendation (3), Navy Meritorious Unit Commendation (3), Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal (IRAQ), Certificate of Commendation (Individual Award), Letter of Appreciation, Letter of Commendation, and the Meritorious Mast. While in the military, Ken met a young lady by the name of Jocelyn Makanas Bueno. They were wed on July 15, 1994 in California and shared over 29 years of marriage together. At the time of his retirement from the military, Ken and Jocelyn were stationed at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri and they decided to remain in the area after his retirement. Ken began working as a contractor until his health began to decline. In his spare time, he enjoyed being outdoors while gardening, doing landscaping, playing with his dog, or just feeding the birds. He always loved going to the Marine Ball every year and being able to visit with friends. Ken was a member of the American Legion of St. Robert and the Marine Club. Ken will be sadly missed, but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife, Jocelyn of the home in St. Robert; his daughter, Krista Brusso (Justin) of the State of FL; two grandchildren, Evelyn and Julianna Brusso; his mother and stepfather: Genevieve and Ron Nighorn of Green Bay, WI; two brothers, Kevin Krueger (Barb) and Michael Krueger (Kelley) all of the State of WI; three nieces, Jessica Blazer (Dustin) and Heather Krueger all of the State of WI and Allison Krueger of the State of OH; one nephew, Andrew Krueger of the State of WI; two uncles, Tony and Raymond Hoyer of the State of WI; an aunt, Grace Schwab (Al) of the State of WI; as well as a host of other relatives and friends. Ken was preceded in death by his father: Kendal Wayne Krueger. Even though he is gone from our sight, Ken’s love of country, family and his faith will live on in our hearts forever. Funeral Mass will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 1, 2023, in the St. Robert Bellermine Catholic Church in St. Robert. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery in Waynesville. Services are under the care and direction of Memorial Chapels and Crematory of Waynesville/ St. Robert. Visitation will be held Thursday evening from 5 to 7 p.m. in Memorial Chapel. Memorial contributions can be made in memory of Kenneth Krueger, and may be left at the funeral home.

MGySgt Kenneth Wayne Krueger

April 15, 1964 - August 24, 2023