James Krueger

James M. Krueger, 77, of Wausau , died Monday April 20, 2009 at Aspirus Wausau Hospital .

James was born August 7, 1931 in the town of Berlin to the late Roman and Frieda (Radenz) Krueger. He married Jean Wendt on June 18, 1955 . James served in the United States Army during the Korean War. He worked for Marathon Electric for over 40 years as a generator tester. After retiring from Marathon electric, James drove a school bus for Laidlaw for 10 years. He really enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife Jean of Wausau, one son Steve (Veronica) Krueger of Wausau, one grandson Travis Krueger, two granddaughters Miranda and Clara Krueger, and two brothers; Wilmer (Audrey) Krueger and Ronald Krueger both of Merrill.

James was preceded in death by one son Allan.

Funeral services will be 11 a.m. Thursday April 23, 2009 at Faith Lutheran Church on Hwy K, Merrill. The Reverend Kevin Hoogland will officiate. Burial will be in Faith-Scott Cemetery , town of Scott . Visitation will be Wednesday April 22, 2009 from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at the Helke Funeral Home, Wausau ; and Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of services at the church.