"I miss you dad."
In loving memory of
Charles "Chuck" R. Kruzan Jr.
November 11, 1944 - May 24, 2020
Charles Kruzan
Lewistown - Charles R. "Chuck" Kruzan Jr, 75, passed away on Sunday, May 24, 2020 at the OSF St Francis Hospital in Peoria.
He was born on November 11, 1944 in Canton to Charles R and Merle (Demery) Kruzan Sr. They preceded him in death.
He married Kathy Harn on November 18, 1978 in Lewistown. She survives.
Also surviving are his children, Charles (Sara) Kruzan III of Pennsylvania, Jack (Alice) Engle of Springfield, IL, Monte Kruzan of Macomb, IL, Stephanie (Russell) Ruey of Canton, one brother, Gary (Pam) Kruzan of Canton, one sister, Linda Dunn of St David, thirteen grandchildren, one step grandchild, five great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
Also preceding him in death are two sisters, Roberta Roberts and one infant Ann Kruzan.
Chuck worked as the project manager for HyVee construction for several years. He was a member of the Farmington Moose Lodge, Faith Christian Family Church and the Coachmen Car Club. He was an avid Cubs fan and enjoyed traveling with Kathy and wintering in Florida. He also enjoyed music and movies.
A private graveside service will be held on Friday at the Wiley Cemetery in rural Ellisville with a Facebook live stream starting at 11am. His brother Rev. Gary Kruzan will officiate.
Oaks-Hines Funeral Home and Crematory in Canton has been entrusted with services.
Memorials can be made to the Faith Christian Family Church.
To leave online condolences, please visit www.oakshinesfuneralhome.com
Tributes
"God bless you Chuck. My how time flying. Seems like yesterday we were kids growing up. God bless you an your family."
"I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family"
"I was so very sorry to hear about Chuck. You will be in my thoughts and prayers. Marcie Anderson-Myers "
"Kathy & Family, you have our deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers for you & your family during this difficult time. He will be greatly missed. Joy and Dave Mahr"
"Kathy and family - I am so very sorry to read of Chuck's passing. I will miss seeing you two in Florida. I have enjoyed keeping up with your family on facebook. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. "
"Kathy and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this very sad time. Our deepest condolences, Randy & Kim Motsinger "
"Kathy and family, I'm sorry to hear about Chuck, we worked together for years. He will be missed by all us who had the pleasure of knowing him. We had a common interest in classic cars and construction. I enjoyed the years working with him. He was always sharing his knowledge in construction and a good story. I can't think of a better man to have as a friend, may he rest in peace. Ray and Barbara Bonebrake New Sharon, Iowa"
"Kathy and Family I am so sorry for your loss. Chuck was one of a kind. He loved to tell stories about traveling to events on the weekends. How his kids were doing. So many great stories about the many years in the construction industry. I worked with Chuck for many years, i'll miss that grin after a smart comment. So much fun to chat with. The story he loved to tell was about a minister and his Shelby. Apparently the pipes got a bit hot after driving, he would just chuckle every time he told me that story. He was a great friend. Rest in Peace Chuck"
"Linda Dan and I are so sorry for your lose. Miss seeing you. Cathy and Dan Gasparovic. "
"Cathy I am so sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Cathy and Dan Gasparovic"
"Treasure all of your happy times together and memories with friends and family. So sorry Cathy. Chuck will be missed by everyone. Marie and Steve Wickert "
"Will be missed! He was a good person to be aroud and talk to."
"Kathy and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I had the pleasure of working with Chuck last year on they Hy-Vee project in Burlington. I really enjoyed that opportunity of reconnect with him again, after not working with him for several years. He was a friend to everyone, and will be deeply missed. I'll be praying for your comfort & peace in the coming days. "
"Kathy and Family, I always enjoyed being around Chuck. He had an amazing ability make everyone in the room comfortable and enjoy a good laugh. He was great to work with and was a great friend. Prayers to all of you for peace through these times. "
"Our deepest condolences to Kathy and family. Lorenda and Alvin Spilker"
"Kathy, you have my deepest condolences for your loss. Prayers for peace and comfort for all those who loved Chuck. Bill and Doreen Curtis."
"Kathy, we have always enjoyed visiting with you and Chuck whenever we have run into you. Kevin really liked seeing Chuck at the cruise in and talking about cars. Chuck was such a nice guy. We are thinking of you and praying for you."
"Kathy we are so sorry we know he was a very special person and will be missed. Vern isnt taking it to good he enjoyed working with him on the HyVee stores around Cedar Rapids. Our thoughts are with you and your family."
"Kathy I am so sorry for your loss..my thoughts and prayers are with you."
"Kathy and family..I am so sorry to hear of Chuck's passing...you are in my thoughts and prayers"
"So sorry for your loss, Kathy! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family! Erik Grigsby & Family! "
"Kathy, we are so sorry for your loss. May your memories give you comfort in this most difficult time. Keeping you in our prayers , RIP Chuck
Larry and Cindy Lawver"
"Kathy, our deepest sympathy. We are so sorry for your loss. Our heart goes out to you in your time of sorrow.
Jerry & Marla Bloyd"