Dick Kruse Obituary
The memory of Dick Kruse of Little Rock, Iowa, who passed away on December 5, 2025 at the age of 92, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Helmer Kruse and Emma Kruse (Buss); his wife Evelyn Russman; his brother Dale Kruse; and his brothers-in-law, Ron Pope, Dennis O'Brien, Willis Voss and Emerson Russman.
He is survived by: his children, Rhoda Hansmann (Paul) of Boyden, IA, Dan Kruse (Deb) of Rock Rapids, IA, Dana Kruse (Audrey) of Little Rock, IA and Rhona Snyder (Dan) of Rock Rapids, IA.; his grandchildren, Mallorie Egbers (Scott), Jennifer Davies (Josh), Jamie Mouw (Jordan), Scott Hansmann (Courtney), Geoff Kruse (Jessica), Josh Kruse (Beth), Justina Kruse, Tayler Metzger (Andrew), Alex Kruse (Heidi), Cole Snyder (Kezia), Claire Johnson (Newt) and Carly Sayler (Garrett); his sisters, Betty Pope and Jean O'Brien; and his siblings-in-law, Linda Kruse, Twila Voss, Gloria Russman and Steve Russman. He is also survived by 25 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 11th 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Salem Reformed Church (123 1st Ave, Little Rock, IA 51243). A memorial service will be held on Friday, December 12th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.
