Memorial
Lola M. Kruger, 90, of Cedar Rapids died Wednesday June 12, 2019, at home. The family will greet friends from 1pm-3pm on Friday June 14, 2019 at the Cedar Memorial Chapel Stateroom. A private burial service will follow at Cedar Memorial Park Cemetery.
Lola was born in Dysart, Iowa on March 15, 1929, daughter of Charles and Muriel (Byous) Goodwin. Lola was raised as one of the youngest of ten siblings including her twin brother, Lewis. She met and married Amos Kruger in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Lola loved children, flower gardening and cats. In mid-life she went back to school for a CNA certificate, and then worked in a nursing home several years. She enjoyed a lively political discussion and wanted to be remembered for her smile and faith in God.
Lola is survived by her three children Sidney Kruger of Cedar Rapids, Rev. Sue Kruger (Gerald Koehler) of Merrill, Wisconsin, Steve Kruger of Cedar Rapids, two grandchildren, Kerri Speth (Cory) of Mt. Vernon, IA and Michelle Wiebbeke (Rob) of S. Hendersonville, TN and eight great grandchildren.
Lola was preceded in death by her parents, Muriel and Charles Goodwin, Husband, Amos Kruger and great grandson, Logan Wiebbeke.
Memorial Fund Established.