With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Carl Joseph Kruse (Monticello, Iowa), who passed away on August 19, 2023 at the age of 71. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his brothers, Robert and Randy; and his parent Laverne. He is survived by : his children, Chad Kruse (Rebecca), Heather Kruse (Darnell Granberry), Christopher Taylor (Anna), Tommy Breashears (Krystle) and Jonnie Breashears; his grandchildren, Darnell Jr., Griffin, Evan, Jordyn, Ellie, Ian, Claire, Izzy, Cole, Stella and Scarlett; his siblings, Doris Wagner (Tony), Ron (Pat), Gary (Jan), Dennis (Laurie), Tom (Gail) and Nancy Kruse (Glenn); and his wife Kris Taylor Breashears.

In lieu of flowers a memorial fund has been established.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Goettsch Funeral Homes