John Kretsch's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2019 in New Ulm, Minnesota

John Kretsch

February 8, 1938 - April 20, 2019 (81 years old)

New Ulm, Minnesota

John Kretsch's obituary , Passed away on April 20, 2019 in New Ulm, Minnesota

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Minnesota Valley Funeral Homes

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John Kretsch

February 8, 1938 - April 20, 2019 (81 years old)

New Ulm, Minnesota

John Kretsch Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of John Kretsch (New Ulm, Minnesota), born in Loretto, Minnesota, who passed away on April 20, 2019 at the age of 81. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Kretsch to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his son-in-law Rory Vesel; his brother-in-law Ross Aune; and his parents, John Sr. Kretsch and Dolores Kretsch (Green). He is survived by: his wife Mary "Jeanne" Kretsch (Bushard) of New Ulm; his children, Peter (Deborah) of Oklahoma City, OK, Kevin (Beth) of New Ulm, Bob (Jean) of Manitowoc, WI, Steve (Alissa) of New Um and Cathy Schneider (Scott) of Rochester, MN; his siblings, James (Karen) of New Ulm, Joan Aune (late Ross Aune) of Casper, WY and Jan Franta (Floyd Nagler) of Prior Lake, MN; and his former wife Mary Jean Bushard. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren, and 7 great-grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the donor's choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Minnesota Valley Funeral Homes



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Apr 23

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Minnesota Valley Funeral Home
218 N Broadway St, New Ulm, MN 56073

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Apr 24

Visitation

St. Mary's Catholic Church
417 S Minnesota St, New Ulm, MN 56073

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Apr 24

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St. Mary's Catholic Church
417 S Minnesota St, New Ulm, MN 56073

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