I was saddened to hear of Brian’s death but I know he is,nt suffering anymore. The past 10 years must have been tough. The last time I saw him was about 20 years ago and his MS was already taking a toll on him but he was very positive and upbeat about it. I don’t know if I could have been. He had alot of courage. My condolences go out to the family. May he enjoy everlasting peace.
Another friend from high school- John Petersen also sends his condolences–Mike Esplan
Brian R. Kruchten
November 16, 1960 – November 4, 2007
Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Brian R. Kruchten, 46, of St. Cloud. After a courageous 25 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis, Brian passed away on Sunday, November 4th at the St. Cloud Hospital.
Friends and family may visit one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church. Reverend Anthony Oelrich will officiate. Entombment will be in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum. Arrangements are with Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud
Brian was born on November 16, 1960 in St. Cloud, Minnesota to LeRoy and Helen (Tischner) Kruchten. He graduated from St. Cloud Technical High School in 1979. He married and later divorced Connie Schaefer. Brian was a resident of St. Benedicts Center for the past ten years where he received excellent care from the staff.
Brian enjoyed riding bicycle and completed the MS 150 Bike Tour twice to help raise money and awareness of MS. He also loved cocker spaniels, motorcycles and cars.
He is survived by his son, Kelly of St. Cloud; parents, LeRoy and Helen of St. Cloud; brother and sisters, Gary (Lonna) of Faribault, Judy (Bob) Varshal of Woodbury and Pat (Mark) Hall of Mankato; and nieces and nephews, Neil and Andrea Kruchten, Jake and Jenny Varshal and Dan, Brittany and Sarah Hall.
Memorials are preferred to St. Benedict’s Center.
A special thank you is given to the staff of the St. Cloud Hospital for their professional and compassionate care.
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My deepest condolances to the family, LeRoy and Helen and son Kelly. Brian was a fun loving person, he loved to tease and had a beautiful smile! May your hearts be warmed and comforted by surrounding friends in the coming days.
Kind Regards,
Tina (Helgeson) Jensen
I first knew Brian in Junior High School as a somewhat shy and isolated kid, much like I was. After getting to know him you realized he was a very caring and giving person, and was not shy at all. His strength in accepting his physical disability was amaziing to me everytime we met since then. I also will remember Brian’s wide toothy smile and his hearty laugh. My condolences to his family, and in particular to his son; May you find strength and courage in the memory of your Father.
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Mass of Christian Burial will be at 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday, November 7, 2007 at St. Augustine’s Catholic Church in St. Cloud for Brian R. Kruchten, 46, of St. Cloud. After a courageous 25 year battle with Multiple Sclerosis, Brian passed away on Sunday, November 4th at the St. Cloud Hospital.
Friends and family may visit one hour prior to services Wednesday at the church. Reverend Anthony Oelrich will officiate. Entombment will be in Assumption Cemetery Mausoleum. Arrangements are with Daniel Funeral Home in St. Cloud