Racine – Mary Louise Krupp, 92, passed away at WFH All Saints Hospital on Sunday, January 30, 2011. She was born in Racine on July 24, 1918, daughter of the late Leopold and Anna (nee: Pala) Horak. She was married in the 1stEvangelical Lutheran Church on December 2, 1939 to Leslie H. Krupp. Mr. Krupp preceded her in death in September 1995.
Mary worked as a keypunch operator at Hamilton Beach, JI Case, and finally Western Publishing before retiring in 1963. She always enjoyed reading, sewing, and playing card games. She belonged to several Sheepshead card clubs. Mary was a member of 1stEvangelical Lutheran Church. She was a beautiful, loving person who was kind and compassionate to everyone. She enjoyed life and, above all, being with her family. She will be missed and remain in our hearts forever.
She is survived by her daughters, Carol Henschel of Milwaukee, Bettye (Terry) Andersen, and Peggy Sievers both of Racine; grandchildren, Barbara (Josh) Zepnick of Milwaukee, Scott Henschel of Rhinelander, Lisa (Ron) Zimmerman, Stefanie (Carlos) Martinez, Laura Coe, Susan Lucas, and Paul Andersen all of Racine; nine great-grandchildren, Jami (Mark), Crystal (Jeff), Melissa, Christina, Paul David (Dana), Matthew (Heather), Kevin, Ashley, and Suzanne; thirteen great-great-grandchildren; as well as many other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her Infant daughter, Sally; son-in-law Melvin Henschel; grandson, Steven Andersen; 3 brothers (Leo, Julius and Stanley Horak) and 2 sisters (Ann Slesarenko and Helen Dunk), and her dear friend, Clare McGrath.
Funeral services will be held in the funeral home at 11 a.m. on Friday, February 4, 2011 with Rev. John D. Roekle officiating. Interment will follow at Graceland cemetery. Visitation will begin on Friday at 10 a.m. Memorials to First Evangelical Lutheran Church have been suggested.
Our family extends special thanks to the staff of All Saints Hospital, especially the ICU, for the kind and dedicated manner of care that our mom received. Special thanks to her longtime physicians, Dr. Short and Dr. Mathew.
Max and Susan Wollering says
Our deepest sympathy and prayers are with the family and friends of Mary Louise Krupp. Although we did not personally know her, we know that she brought love and joy to her granddaughter Barbara Henschel who spoke so lovingly of her. We know Barbara was very close with her grandma and shared with us the special moments that she had with her. May the memories of Mary be in all of your hearts and mind forever.
Lillie Kimbrough says
Carol,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.