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Norma Jean (Lausch) Kruger, age 92, of Marcellus, went to be with her Lord Saturday, January 10, 2026 at her home.
She was born December 5, 1933 in Berrien Springs, the daughter of Herbert and Arlie Lausch.
On December 17, 1949, Norma married Paul Kurt Kruger Jr., whom she met while helping his family on their fruit farm. Together, the two owned several motels. Each summer, they enjoyed traveling up north to their cabin in the Upper Peninsula where they fished, rode the Gator, and enjoyed life.
Norma loved to play cards, fish, and garden. In the summer she could often be seen traversing her property on the Gator. She also enjoyed time with her family and friends – her Friday morning breakfast with ladies from her church was very important to her.
Holidays were a special time for Norma, when her family gathered together. She could be spicy and very outspoken but always loving – and her family loved her in return.
Remaining to cherish her memory are her son, Eric (Andrea) Kruger of Marcellus, daughters, Gloria (David) Thomas of Three Oaks and Christine (John) McNeal of Marcellus; daughter-in-law, Darcie (Chris) Fox of Marcellus; many grandchildren; many great-grandchildren; three great-great-grandchildren; and brother, Eldon Lausch of Stevensville.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul Kruger; two sons, Paul and Ronald; and many brothers and sisters.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at Edwards Corners Bible Church, 51047 Chamberlain Rd., Marcellus. Funeral services will follow at 11:00 with Pastors Alan Carson and Gerald Best officiating. She will be laid to rest at Marcellus Cemetery.
Donations in Norma’s memory may be directed to Edwards Corners Bible Church or Centrica Care Navigators. Envelopes will be available at the church and at Hohner Funeral Home.
