Marie T. Kruse's Obituary
Marie T. Kruse, age 95 of Berlin, MD, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 21, 2020 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin, MD. Marie was born on December 1, 1924 in Poughkeepsie, NY. She was the oldest and last surviving daughter of Egil and Mildred (Clason) Gahrsen.
Marie grew up in Brooklyn, NY. She later moved to Teaneck, NJ where she attended Teaneck High School. She most recently lived in Mt. Arlington, NJ for 11 years before moving to Berlin, MD, one year ago. Marie worked as a secretary for Prudential before retiring many years ago. Although she worked full time, raising her family was always top priority. In her younger years, she was an avid gardener and enjoyed singing, cooking, camping and holiday gatherings, when her family could all be together. Marie was a loving and caring wife, mother and grandmother. She maintained deep, life-long friendships. Marie will be remembered for her heartwarming smile and the twinkle in her eye.
In addition to her parents, Marie was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Walter H. Kruse and her son Robert Kruse of Ridgewood, NJ. Walter and Marie celebrated their 67th wedding anniversary prior to his passing in March of 2012. She is survived by her sons: Richard Kruse of Ontario, NY and Gordon Kruse of Corvallis, OR; her daughter, Jeanne Rennalls of Dagsboro, DE; and her 7 out of 8 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
All services will be private.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions be made in Mrs. Kruse's memory to the American Heart Association, 300 5th Avenue, Suite 6, Waltham, MA 02451.
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