Shirley Kruse

KRUSE, Shirley Mae - Age 83, of Byron,  passed away Sunday April 13, 2020, at her home. In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial will be held at a later date at St John Catholic Church and she will rest next to Elwyn Kruse, her husband of 60 years. Shirley was born in Caro, MI on April 13, 1937. She graduated from Caro High school in 1955 and went on to Flint for employment at General Motors  where her and Elwyn crossed paths.  They were united in marriage on February 7, 1959 in Caro. They raised their family in Holly, MI and lived there for 22 years.  During Their retirement years they lived in Arkansas, Florida, Lewiston MI, 13 years in Byron MI  and enjoyed their travels.  Shirley was a devoted mother to daughter, Kimberly Giesey; son, Marvin Kruse (Barbara Nakkuls) and son, Richard Kruse. She had five wonderful Grandchildren,  Adam (Neyeli) Giesey, Jamie (Justin) Nielsen, Austin (Hayley) Giesey,  Jacob (Alyssa) Kruse,  Sarah (Matthew) Hauck and seven great grandchildren. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents Rollo and Vera Darbee, her husband Elwyn Kruse;  brother, Michael Darbee, and granddaughter, Shannon Giesey.  Shirley (mom) will always have a special place in our hearts.