Kroeker, Kenneth John (1952-1957)

Mennonite Weekly Review obituary: 1957 Feb 21 p. 8

Birth date: 1952 Feb 24

text of obituary:

KENNETH JOHN KROEKER

Kenneth John Kroeker, son of Mr. and Mrs. Klaas Kroeker of Jansen, Nebr., was born Feb. 24, 1952, at Bamako, French West Africa. He went to be with Jesus at the age of four years and 11 months.

In 1954 the family came home from Africa for his health. He was much improved and they were waiting to return to the field with him. Friday, Jan. 25, he became suddenly ill and passed away at 10:15 p. m.

Surviving are his parents and two sisters, Sharon and Mary; his paternal grandmother, Mrs. B. O. Kroeker; uncles, aunts, cousins and many friends. A brother Don, age four, preceded him in death at Bamako, French West Africa in 1949.

His love reached out to many. Our family will remember his love. Though our hearts may long to express this love to him, we know that god's love is a better love, a better care. It will shield him from any harm. "It is well with the child, with Jesus."