Gerald L. Kritenbrink Obituary

We announce the death of Gerald L. Kritenbrink (Papillion, Nebraska), who passed away on July 13, 2026, at the age of 82. Gerald will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerald L. Kritenbrink to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Kritenbrink and Laurine Kritenbrink (Schauland); his grandparents, Leo, Elsie Schauland, Barney and Margaret Kritenbrink; his siblings, Doris Buchholz, Robert and Roger Kritenbrink; his siblings-in-law, Dean Buchholz, Mary Ann Kritenbrink and Denise Daup; and his parents-in-law, Richard and Lorraine Daup.

He is survived by: his wife Kandis Kritenbrink; his children, Michelle Giese (Rich), Mike Kritenbrink, Melissa Ridgeway (Ron) and Mark Kritenbrink; his grandchildren, Carlie and Kobe Kritenbrink; his children, Michaela, Mackenzie, Madison Giese, Kameryn, Caden and Kenley Kritenbrink; his sisters, Darlene Drefs and Carole Neuvirth (Jim); and his siblings-in-law, Lisa Erxleben (Dan), Sandee Kritenbrink and Rick Daup (Kathy). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family members, and dear friends.