Ruby Iola Krakau Obituary
We bid farewell to Ruby Iola Krakau of Guthrie Center, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 8, 2025 at the age of 92. Ruby Iola 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, Albert Clausen and Florence Clausen (Nelson); her husband Floyd Mervin Krakau; and her siblings, Robert (Leona), Marjorie (Orville Krakau), Harriet (Henry Alff) and Ruth (Jack Large).
She is survived by: her children, Merv Krakau (Barb) of Guthrie Center, Teresa Kent (Doug) of Guthrie Center, Tamela Booth (Jeff) of Guthrie Center, Bill Krakau (Mary) of Roland, IA and Tonya Messner (Brad) of Springfield, MO. She is also survived by 13 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the Immanuel Lutheran Church's LWML, Guthrie Center. Keep Ruby's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.
