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Kathleen Joan Rutley

December 2, 1943 - April 22, 2024
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Wednesday 5/1, 4:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Wednesday 5/1, 7:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, donations in Kathy’s name appreciated to Elm Grove Lutheran Church.

Kathleen Joan Rutley (nee Kridler)

Passed away unexpectedly, and is reunited with her husband, Steve, on Monday, April 22, 2024, age 80. Loving mother of Michael (Lynn), Robert, and Richard (Erika). Proud grandma of Jenna, Matthew, Maddax, and Kiah. Sister of Arlene (William) Deyarmen and Maryan (the late Charles) Collison. Loved by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Preceded in death by her brother, Ronald Kridler.

Kathy enjoyed traveling with Steve all around the world, taking cruises and land tours making memories throughout their life together. She was a dedicated fan of her grandchildren at their sporting events. She showed her love and thoughtfulness through her talents of sewing and baking.

Visitation will be held at the Krause Funeral Home 21600 West Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin on Wednesday, May 1, 2024 from 4:00 PM – 6:45 PM. Funeral Service at 7:00 PM. Private Interment at Wisconsin Memorial Park.

In lieu of flowers, donations in Kathy’s name appreciated to Elm Grove Lutheran Church.

Kathy will be remembered for her endless love, selflessness, and devotion to her family and church.

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Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Map
Wednesday 5/1, 4:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Map
Wednesday 5/1, 7:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, donations in Kathy’s name appreciated to Elm Grove Lutheran Church.

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Kathleen Joan Rutley (nee Kridler) Passed away unexpectedly, and is reunited with her husband, Steve, on Monday, April 22, 2024, age 80. Loving mother of Michael (Lynn), Robert, and Richard (Erika). Proud grandma of Jenna, Matthew, Maddax, and Kiah. Sister of Arlene (William) Deyarmen and Maryan (the late Charles) Collison. Loved by nieces, nephews, relativesContinue Reading

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Anonymous left a message on May 1, 2024:
Our prayers and love. Mike and Lilly Engel, Steve and Danielle Storm, Jerris and Kimberly Vandenberg
Tom Kirkham left a message on May 13, 2024:
So sorry to hear of the loss of Kathy , she was always such a sweet and wonderful person. I loved our talks and her sweet smile. She will be terribly missed. Please take peace that she is with her beloved husband Steve in Gods arms. The Kirkham family
derric mcdaniel left a message on April 24, 2024:
Sending my prayers to quiet the hearts of those hurting, Mike, Lynn and the Rutley family. Take solace in knowing that she is in the care of He who loved her most, our Lord. May your memories of her be filled only with love and laughter. Smiles will come again, you will see her again. May the Lord bless and keep you all.
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