Arlene M. Krueger
Friday, January 9, 1931
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Age:
94 years old
Friday, January 9, 1931
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Age:
94 years old
Friday, January 9, 1931
Date of Death:
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Age:
94 years old
Arlene M. Krueger
Arlene Mabel Krueger
Arlene Mabel Krueger, 94, of Rochester passed away on October 4, 2025.
She was born on January 9, 1931, to John and Mabel (Wagner) Jans in Shell Rock, Iowa, at the family farm. Arlene attended country schools in her early years. She attended high school first at Readlyn, Iowa, and then Denver, Iowa where she graduated in 1948; she was on the women’s basketball team and was also a cheerleader. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church on July 3, 1949, and married Donald A. Krueger on May 19, 1950, at the same church.
Arlene had several positions during her career; she was employed by Lutheran Mutual Insurance Co. of Waverly, Iowa, Kress Stores in Hutchinson, Kansas, worked as a school aid at Hempstead High School, Dubuque, Iowa, and finished her career at Norwest Mortgage of Rochester, MN. She was an active member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Rochester, and participated in the ladies’ Sarah Circle, Shalom Christ Care group, Funeral Committee, helped with counting/recording church offerings, enjoyed Bible Studies, and loved being a part of the quilting group. She was an avid quilter, winning several county and regional awards. She also loved cooking/baking and especially spending time with her grandchildren.
Arlene is survived by two daughters, Mary Hanley and Lisa (Ford) Erickson; four grandchildren, Matthew Hanley (Kate), Allison Heil (Christopher), Kai Erickson, and Cody Erickson; her sister, Velda Myers; and three great grandchildren, Miles Hanley, Avery Heil and Sean Heil.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; son-in-law, Michael Hanley; her parents and several extended family members.
A Memorial service will take place at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Redeemer Lutheran Church with the visitation one hour prior to the service. A light luncheon will be served following the service.
The memorial service will also be available via livestream from the church website: https://www.redeemer-rochester.com/church-online/ Interment will be a private family gathering in Denver, Iowa, at St. Peter’s Lutheran Cemetery to be arranged later.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the music program can be sent to Redeemer Lutheran Church, 869 – 7th Ave. SE, Rochester, MN 55904, in memory of Arlene.
Online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.
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So sorry to hear about Arlene’s passing. Such a wonderful and loving person. Her and Don were influential to me in my young adult years. You will be missed.
*Beacon of light & faith*
When I heard of the passing of Arlene a huge beacon of light and faith was dimmed from my life.
She was the aunt I always admired for her sheer faith and love of God. She walked the talk each and every day. Which was evident in how she touched the lives of all she met. It was her warm smile that always shined through that told me she was a true Christian and child of God.
Her talent for cooking and baking was always a delight to partake at family events. And showcased her love shining through.
Also her artistic talent shone through in her quilting, a true testament to her thoughtfulness, wrapping each recipient in a warm embrace. Love again shining through.
I was fortunate to inherit one of her masterpiece quilts. Made and dedicated to her sister Velda when she was going through very difficult times coping with the death of her husband. The quilt is titled "Falling Stars" the colors and construction are impeccable. Once again she shined that bright gift of love and light to comfort others.
So now when I wrap myself in her quilt to feel her warm embracing spirit. I will look up into the stars of heaven and look for the brightest star shining down on me and I will again recognize that bright beacon of light guiding my path.
Your adoring nephew, Alan Myers
As a former neighbor, we were sorry to hear of Arlene passing. Please know that the family is in our prayers. She and Don were good neighbors, always greeted you with a smile.
After Don passed she moved to The Homestead and we just recently saw her shopping at the 37th St Hyvee. She will be missed by those who knew her and the family.
Take care and may God keep you in his care.
Alberta and Bob Hobson
We are so sorry to hear of Ms Krueger death! Our prayers are for her & family! 🙏 Shes in heaven with our Lord!🙏✝️🙏♥️💕