Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska
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Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke

December 14, 1929 - October 6, 2025 (95 years old)

Lincoln, Nebraska

Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke's obituary , Passed away on October 6, 2025 in Lincoln, Nebraska
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Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke

December 14, 1929 - October 6, 2025 (95 years old)

Lincoln, Nebraska

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Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke Obituary

The world bids farewell to Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke in Lincoln, Nebraska, departing on October 6, 2025 at the age of 95. Ruth leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ruth Irene (Kruse) Kapke to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Arthur Kruse and Malinda Kruse (Pfingsten); her husband Dwight LaDean Kapke (Ruth); and her siblings, DeLoris Onnen (Gerhard) and Donovan Kruse (Donna).

She is survived by: her children, Daniel Kapke (Kathleen), Linda Young and Laura Rettig (Brian); and her grandchildren, Jennifer Knorr (Derek), Bradley Rettig (Jessica), Sarah Wilson (Jeremy), Adam Rettig (Mandy) and Andrew Young (Nichole). She is also survived by 18 great-grandchildren; numerous nephews and nieces.

In lieu of flowers, the family invites memorial contributions to the Lutheran Hour Ministries, Christ Lincoln Church, or a charity of your choice.

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4325 Sumner St, Lincoln, NE 68506

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