Patricia J. Kruger, age 73, of Moline, died Wednesday, March 2, 2011 at Trinity, Rock Island.
Per her wishes, cremation rites will be accorded. There will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Rock Island County Animal Care & Control Facility. Esterdahl Mortuary & Crematory, Ltd. Moline is assisting the family with the arrangements.
Patricia was born June 10, 1937 in Moline, the daughter of Gerhard and Marie Waldman Bjurstrom. She married Jerry A. Kruger on June 25, 1955.
Patricia was employed by Social Services for the Moline Housing Authority, for many years. She loved spending time with her dog, Sam.
SURVIVORS
Daughter Kim von Motz Moline
Sons Jerry (Kris) Kruger Port Byron
Kurtis (Faith) Kruger Geneseo
7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren
Sister Mary Lou Adamson Missouri
She was preceded in death by her parents, and brothers, Donald and Robert.
Online condolences may be expressed to Patricia's family by visiting her obituary at www.esterdahl.com.