Lucy Carol (McCombs) Kruse passed away on May 1, 2021 in Houston, MO and entered eternal rest with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Lucy was born on August 5, 1941 in St. Louis, MO to Jennings and Leah (Johnston) McCombs. Lucy married Dewayne Kruse on September 3, 1966 in Licking, MO.
Lucy is preceded in death by her husband, Gerald Dewayne Kruse; parents, Jennings, and Leah McCombs; younger sisters, Pat Williams, and Nancy McCombs; her mother and father-in-law, John, and Alice (Miller) Kruse; and brother’s-in-law, Don Kruse, and Mike Williams. She is survived by her sons, Byron Kruse of Houston, MO, and Rodney Kruse of Caseyville, IL; daughter-in-law, Lisa Kruse; grandchildren, Nicholas, and Lily Kruse; brother-in-law, Eldon Lee Kruse and wife, Pat of Hazelwood, MO; sister-in-law, Shirley Kruse of Houston, MO; five nieces, Cindy Lamb, Marsha Campbell, Sherry Jensen, Carol Stewart, and Rebecca Kruse; as well as many cousins, great nieces, and great nephews.
Lucy was an active member of the United Methodist Church of Houston until her health did not allow for her to attend. She worked outside the home for many years after her boys were older first at the Lee Jeans factory, then as a home health aide, and finally as a CNA at Houston House until she retired. Throughout her life Lucy enjoyed gardening, sewing, and preparing meals for church functions and for her family. But most of all Lucy loved people and greatly enjoyed family gatherings. She will be remembered as a consummate caregiver taking care of her children, aging parents, husband, and other family and friends. Her smile and laugh are what most will remember which remained with her throughout her life.
Visitation: Thursday May 6, 2021 from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at Evans Funeral Home
Service: Thursday May 6, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Evans Funeral Home
Burial: Boone Creek Cemetery
Memorials: In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Boone Creek Cemetery
