Karl David Kruggel, 45, of New Prague, MN, peacefully passed away after a battle with cancer on February 29, 2016. A memorial service will be held on Monday, March 7, 2016 at 5PM with a visitation one-hour prior at Christ Lutheran Church, 1930 Diffley Road, Eagan.
Karl was known for his stubborn ways and sense of humor, but even more so for his unselfish devotion to family and friends. Words cannot describe how important family gatherings were to him—be it a day of trap shooting with his cousin Gary and the crew, a drink at the local watering hole, or simply an afternoon of visiting and playing cards with Aunt Delores and all the relatives.
Karl was a dedicated leader with the Mystic Lake Casino Security team for the past 25 years and was recently elected to the Dakota Curling Club’s Board of Directors. His dry wit and sarcasm will forever be missed, but never forgotten.
Karl is survived by his adoring wife, Jennifer; father, David; sisters, Kay Savacool and Lori (Jeff) Benjamin; brother, Kim Riebe (Kimmer); aunts and uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews and dear friends. He is preceded in death by his doting mother, Arlene, and hunting buddy, “Dodger.”
Our family would like to extend their utmost love and appreciation to Mike and Kim Wassmund for helping our family during this trying time. You are not just friends, you are family.
