Obituary of Edward Kroeger

Edward Lee Kroeger was born in Monroe on September 27, 1944. He was one of two children born from the union of the late Raymond Casper and Helen Rose (Brecker) Kroeger. On September 29, 1962, Edward married the love of his life, the former, Betty Hensley, in Monroe. From this union would come the birth of two children. Edward truly enjoyed his work with Ford Motor Company at the Woodhaven stamping plant, supporting his family for thirty-eight years, finally retiring in 2006 as an inspector. Edward enjoyed his quality family time more than anything. He loved to take trips with his family, especially fishing trips with his grandchildren. He made it a point to spend time with his retired friends weekly on Wednesdays, over a meal. Edward spent many hours' playing cards and telling childhood stories. He also enjoyed watching old shows on television, and the occasional trip to the area casinos. Edward Lee Kroeger, age 71 of Monroe, passed away at 6:26am on Friday, January 22, 2016 at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital. In addition to his parents, his passing was preceded by his brother, Jack Raymond Kroeger. To cherish his memory, he leaves his beloved wife of fifty three years: Betty of Monroe; daughter: Tammy (Clifford) Hatt of Newport; son: Scott (Candy) Kroeger of Newport; eight grandchildren: Sara Bohanan, Brittany Kroeger, Cody Bohanan, Kaleb Hatt, Michael (Jennifer) Stapleton, Crystal Stapleton, Matthew Kroeger, and Raymond Kroeger; and five great grandchildren. Friends may gather from 2:00pm to 8:00pm on Tuesday, January 26, 2016 at Merkle Funeral Service; North Monroe, 2442 North Monroe Street, (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of His Life will be held on Wednesday, January 27, 2016 at 11:00am also at Merkle's with Pastor Gary Pickrell and Pastor Harold Raines, of Monroe Full Gospel church, officiating. Procession will follow to Roselawn Memorial Park in LaSalle for burial. Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort or share a photo by visiting www.merklefs.com, then Online Tributes page.