KRUEGER, Evelyn Jeanne (Desjardine) – Peacefully on August 30, 2025 at AgeCare Parkhill, Evelyn went home to be with her Lord and Saviour, at the age of 92 years. Born on October 21, 1932 in London Township, ON to parents Howard and Wilma (Kernohan) Desjardine. Lovingly remembered by her children Charla Chilver and Warren Krueger (Marilyn); grandchildren Brittney Krueger, Sophia Bruem (James), Mikayla Voortman (Alex), Miranda Chilver, and Owen Chilver; and great-grandchildren Robin and Piper. Greatly missed by brothers Rev. Stan Desjardine (Pat) and Fred Desjardine (Marlene); sister-in-law Martha McMorran; and many nieces and nephews.
Predeceased by her parents, beloved husband of 62 years Rev. Arthur Krueger, brother Morley Desjardine, sisters-in-law Mildred Desjardine, Elsie Frank, Margaret Krueger, Ann Giles, and Gladys Krueger, and brothers-in-law Ernest Krueger, Reinhold Frank, Walter Krueger, and Earl McMorran.
Evelyn enjoyed growing up on the B Line, Grand Bend. As a teen, she worked at the mini-golf course and post office, and enjoyed participating in the Church of God Youth. She became a teacher and taught in one-room schoolhouses, taking her across Ontario (Shipka, 1952-1953; Hope Ness, 1953-1957) and Alberta (Antelope Cutt, 1959-1960; Camrose, 1961-1963).
In 1961, Evelyn graduated from Alberta Bible Institute with her Bachelor of Theology and married Art later that summer. They moved to Owen Sound, ON in August 1963. There, they pastored the Owen Sound Church of God for 32 years. Evelyn then served as pastor of the Grand Bend Church of God (renamed New Life Community Church) from 1994 until her retirement in 2004. Evelyn lived a life of love and treated everyone like family.
Special thanks to Dr. Andrew Whynot and the excellent nurses and staff at AgeCare Parkhill for their kind and compassionate care of Evelyn during her time there. A Celebration of Life will be held at New Life Community Church, 4 Gill Road, Grand Bend, on Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Visitation one hour prior at 1:00 p.m. Pastor Frank Struth officiating. Interment will take place at Grand Bend Cemetery. Luncheon to follow.
Those wishing to make a donation in memory of Evelyn are asked to consider Furaha Africa Relief Association, New Life Community Church, the Kidney Foundation of Canada or a charity of your choice. Arrangements entrusted to the T. Harry Hoffman & Sons Funeral Home, Dashwood.
For those unable to attend the Service at New Life Community Church, it is being live streamed, please click on the link to view https://www.youtube.com/live/2NI4uf-F9D4?si=Pjpwl18tkFbNe3uh
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Carol Nicholson
A lifetime of a Godly influence for me Evelyn and I walked a special journey together when she transitioned to Long Term care in Ailsa Craig. The tragedy named Covid struck while she was in Parkhill but God still gave us special times through a window. I am but one of the countless people she touched for Jesus. Comfort and peace to all who will miss her.
Carol Nicholson
Port Alice, BC
Niamh Robin
Evelyn was kind and compassionate to everyone I saw her interact with. She welcomed me into her home and into her family. I cherish the time I got to spend with her.
Gerald Scace
Gerald and I enjoyed the time we spent while he rented an apartment at the Kruegers home in Owen Sound. It was great to belong to the church there. They were wonderful examples to follow and terrific friends and mentors. We certainly benefited from their friendship.
Marilyn & Gerald Scace
Bernice MacGregor & family
Deepest condolences to the family.
John D Campbell
My sympathy to all the family. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May the Lord bless you with His shepherding presence, love and grace.
John Campbell
Karn Durdin
My deepest sympathy to all of Evelyn ‘s family and friends. She was a lovely kind lady who will be deeply missed. Sending thoughts and prayers.
Jacques and Marjorie Pelletier
Please accept our sincere condolences. Mrs. Krueger was a wonderful person and so kind to everyone. May her memory be a blessing to all who knew her.
Evelyn Vincent
To Evelyn’s family
Sincere sympathy. Evelyn was such a kind Christian lady. Praying for God’s peace and comfort
Sheila Cowan
Such a warm and caring woman. She will be missed by many family and friends .