Shirley Kruiter's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Watertown, South Dakota
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Shirley Kruiter

December 19, 1937 - October 31, 2025 (87 years old)

Watertown, South Dakota

Shirley Kruiter's obituary , Passed away on October 31, 2025 in Watertown, South Dakota
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Shirley Kruiter

December 19, 1937 - October 31, 2025 (87 years old)

Watertown, South Dakota

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Shirley Kruiter Obituary

We bid farewell to Shirley Kruiter of Watertown, South Dakota, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 31, 2025 at the age of 87. Shirley touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Ernest James and Lilian Anna Kossman (Factor); her husband Paul Kruiter; her brother Richard Koosman; and her siblings-in-law, Ben Kruiter, Bernard Walburg and Phyllis Kruiter.

She is survived by: her sister-in-law Mayme Walburg of Sioux Center, IA; and her nieces and nephews, Sharon Byer (Bob) of Watertown, SD, Doug Kruiter (Bev) of Castlewood, SD, Kevin Kruiter (Kathy) of Watertown, SD, LeRoy Walburg (Jo) of Sioux Center, IA, Don Walburg (Deanne) of Orange City, IA, Lori Oostra (Stan) of Rock Valley, IA and Cheryl Andresen (Tom) of Holstein, IA..

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November 4, 2025

Vickie Prussman wrote a sympathy message

“You will be missed so much, Shirley but we know you are in Heaven above with your beloved Paul. We take comfort in knowing you are together. Our sympathy to your nieces and nephews and all who loved you! We are so fortunate to know you as a neighbor and a friend. We will miss you and our visits but know you are in a better place.”

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Immaculate Conception Catholic Church
110 3rd St SE, Watertown, SD 57201

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110 3rd St SE, Watertown, SD 57201

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