Service Details
Public visitation will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Due to the pandemic limitations, private family services will be held Monday morning. Interment, with military honors, will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park.
You can witness the private service livestream on Monday at 11 am by clicking on the following link https://youtu.be/mpzVdN_vtuc
Memorial Suggestions
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Catherine’s High School, St. Lucy’s Catholic Church or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Racine – John “Jack” Casper Krug, age 85, passed away from COVID-19 on Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Ascension All Saints Hospital.
Jack was born in Racine on August 5, 1935 to the late Albert and Ruth (nee: Casper) Krug. Proud alumnus, he was a graduate of St. Catherine’s High School in 1953. Shortly after, Jack enlisted to serve our country with the United States Air Force, eventually attaining rank of Staff Sergeant in Fort Knox, Kentucky. While serving in Kentucky, Jack met Bobbie Lou Sizemore, who would become his wife. They were united in marriage on October 20, 1956 in London, Kentucky. After his honorable discharge, they moved back to Jack’s hometown here in Racine.
While raising a family and working full-time, Jack enrolled at Carthage College and graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Business. He was most notably employed by Massey-Ferguson and Jacobsen Mfg., before starting his longtime career with ASI Technologies, where he retired as Senior Vice-President. Jack was also an inventor, a draftsman, a handyman, a store owner and will be remembered by all for his exceptional work ethic.
During his incredible life’s journey, Jack was always able to take care of anything a family member, friend, or stranger needed. Jack loved traveling with family and friends, whether up north or abroad. Above all, family was everything to Jack…they were his world. He loved spending time with his loved ones, especially during Christmas, Jack’s favorite time of the year.
Surviving are his loving and devoted wife of nearly 65 years, Bobbie; their daughter, Terri (Tom) Seitz; their son, Rob (Terri Tylla) Krug; adored grandchildren, Laura Seitz; Joshua, Dylan & Delanie Krug; and Addie Adams; brother, Tom (Judy) Krug; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jack was greeted in Heaven by his parents, Albert and Ruth Krug; and by Bobbie’s parents Thelma and William Sizemore.
Jack’s family would like to give a special thanks to the compassionate doctors and nurses at Ascension All Saints for their tireless and heroic efforts in Jack’s final days.
Public visitation will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Sunday, December 13, 2020 from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. Due to the pandemic limitations, private family services will be held Monday morning. Interment, with military honors, will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. You can witness the private service livestream on Monday at 11 am by clicking on the following link https://youtu.be/mpzVdN_vtuc . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Catherine’s High School, St. Lucy’s Catholic Church or to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Jesse Watzka says
You will be missed Jack. I have fun memories of my interview at ASI almost 25 years ago. You called me a “diamond in the rough”. I know that was part of your normal spiel, but I loved it and never forgot it. You were always smiling, always happy. I’m thankful for the fun memories. May God bless your family.
Rosemary Degroot says
So very sorry for your loss. God will take care of him and the family.
Jeff Frederick says
Jack – Always enjoyed talking with you while at the ASI plant. Although that was several years ago, I’ll never forget your words of wisdom, good advice, and funny conversations. You were definitely an icon in the cold storage industry. Rest in piece Jack. You will be missed. God Bless your family.
Karen B says
So sorry for your loss. So sorry it was due to COVID-19.
May the Lord bless you and hold you close in the days ahead.
Terri Helland Spring says
So sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. He and Bobbie were wonderful friends of my parents. I fondly remember growing up on Blue River Ave. with all the great neighbors and parties and picnics. I know he will be missed by many and my thoughts are with you.
Mark & Mary Jensen says
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this extremely difficult time.
Sharon K says
Jack – You will be missed by so many. A true gentleman and a kind person. My thoughts and deepest sympathies are with your family.
George Balbach says
We are all very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. Jack was a great friend with an outgoing personality. He was a major contributor to the success of ASI for several decades and will always be remembered for his positive attitude, great stories and willingness to help others. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Richard & Karen Hutchinson says
Prayers go out to Tom & Judy & their families
Peter & Holly Bartell says
Bobbie, we are sorry for your loss. We always loved our time at IACSC and other events with you and Jack. Such an amazing human. You and your family are all in our prayers.
Paula Heitzer says
Jack, we loved you and Bobbie so much. All the times we spent together and our laughs. You were such a great dancer and just such a joy. I loved our casino runs.
You will be greatly missed just knowing you are not on this earth.
See you again my friend!
Much love to Bobbie and family.
Nancy Kaydo says
Bobbie,
Jack was so kind and worked so hard to overcome
his stroke. When he learned to walk again it was amazing.
He was always willing to help with advise and share his experiences.
I’m so sorry that you probably couldn’t be with him in these terrible
Covid times. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Jim and Jan Blazek says
No appropriate words at these times in our lives. We share your sadness. Jack will be dearly missed by his loving family and many friends . Was always fun to talk to, and so very interesting and loved life!!
Kim Newland says
Terri,
Scott and I are so sorry for the loss of your dad. The tribute to his life that was written here is beautiful. Our prayers are with your whole family..
Marietta Garski says
HAPPY REMEMBERING
Here you come – a twinkle in your eyes and a spring in your steps! The reception desk is the front-row seat to your arrival at the main office building of Jacobsen Mfg.. With myriad others I spontaneously smile. Thank you, Mr. Jack Krug, for spreading happiness.
May God wrap His arms around you!
Joan & John Balthazor says
Tom and Judy sorry but because of covid we can not be with you for the visitation. You are in thoughts and our prayers are with you.
Eric Westfall says
Jack will truly be missed. I remember the day he hired me at ASI over 32 years ago. He was a wonderful boss and a true mentor to me. He was always upbeat and happy and a great leader as well. The fond memories are too many to list but just thinking of them brings a smile to my face. I will certainly miss our little gatherings at the McDonalds to catch up these later, past years. He always liked to hear what was happening with our families and how we were doing.
I’m so thankful for all the great memories! Our thoughts and prayers our with your family.
dick guinan says
So sorry for the late entry into the remembrance of Jack. Was just informed today of his passing We were competitors in the cold storage door business for years and he was by far the best of the bunch. Honest, straight forward and trustworthy in a business not typically known for these traits.
He was a legend in the cold storage business – and a very endearing individual .
Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
It was a loss that many will feel.
I will remember him in my daily rosary for the rest of my life.
With sincere regards,
Dick Guinan/Panel Tech Inc
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