Keith Kruse

Keith C. Kruse, 75, of Loves Park passed away Monday, September 18, 2017, in his home.  Born May 11, 1942, in Rockford, the son of Lyle M. and Florence W. (Snook) Kruse.  Graduated from Harlem High School.  Class of 1963.  Veteran of U.S. Army.  Married Marlene G. Carlsen on September 14, 1968, in Rockford.  Employed by GKN of Rockford, formerly Rockford Clutch, for over 50 years.  Keith was a good and generous father and grandfather and an avid car show enthusiast.  Survivors include children, Lisa Kruse and Kurt Kruse; grandchildren, Kyle and Elise; sister, Faye Kruse, brothers, Melvin (Gayle) and Allen Kruse.  Predeceased by parents and brother, Harvey.

Service at 3 p.m., Saturday, September 23, in Delehanty Funeral Home, Ltd., 401 River Lane, Loves Park, with visitation from 1 p.m. to service time.