Mr. Alfred H. Kroening, 76, of Michigan City, IN, died Monday, Feb. 17, 2014, at Hospice Franciscan Communities in Michigan City.
He was born Sept. 3, 1937, in Michigan City to Alfred B. and Frieda (Wilkie) Kroening.
Alfred worked for New York Blower. He was a member of Lambs Chapel United Methodist Church, a volunteer fireman for Springfield Township and a Teamsters Union steward. He enjoyed hunting, camping and fishing, and especially enjoyed spending time with his family.
On June 20, 1964, in Michigan City, he married Marjorie (Swanson) Kroening, who preceded him in death Dec. 28, 2011.
His parents also preceded him in death.
He is survived by his daughter, Debra Ritchie of Michigan City; son, Terry Kroening of California; daughter, Rita Hooper of Michigan City; stepson, Joseph (Brenda) Hooper of LaPorte; eight grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; one brother, Wallace Kroening of LaPorte; and two sisters, Doris Kroening and Ema Jean Shultz, both of LaPorte.
A life celebration will be held at Lambs Chapel United Methodist Church, LaPorte County, on Friday, Feb. 28, at 1 p.m. with Rev. Jay Loucks officiating. Burial of ashes will follow at Lambs Chapel Cemetery, with a military service conducted by the LaPorte Honor Guard. There will be no visitation. Haverstock Funeral Home and Cremation Services, LaPorte, is handling arrangements.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Family of Alfred H. Kroening c/o Haverstock Funeral Home, 602 Maple Ave., LaPorte, IN 46350.
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