Vern Henry Kroeker passed away surrounded by family on February 14, 2021.
He leaves behind his wife Marguerite, his son Reid (Lauren), his daughter Nicole (Jeff) and his two grandchildren Gage and Audrey.
To him, family was everything. To his family, Vern was loving, kind, and always a bright light. He enjoyed cars, golfing, and had recently taken up kayaking in the summer. His appreciation for all people made him a natural leader and role model. Although the last few years brought many struggles, Vern always maintained a positive outlook and found peace through an unbelievable strength in gratitude. His calming presence has touched many lives and will be forever missed.
Vern will be cremated with a private family gathering.
Teena Cameron says
My condolences to your family. So sorry for your loss.
Barb and Wilf Gray says
Marguerite and Family,
Wilf and I are soo very sorry to hear about Vern,s passing. Always remember him as such an outgoing, friendly guy.
Sending our thoughts and a hug to you all!
Anne & Abe Enns says
We are deeply saddened by Verner’s passing! We pray that the LOVE of Jesus and the memories you share will be a comfort in this time of sorrow and grieving.
Aunt Anne & Uncle Abe
Carol and Marcel Chartrand says
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Big hugs to you..
Michael Kroeker says
Condolences to Vern’s family and to my cousins, Ed, Richard, Garth, and Glen.
Garth, please pass along to your mom (Tanta Kay), that I am especially thinking of her today, next time you see her.
My hope is you can find strength and peace in remembering all the fun times you had growing up together and reflecting on all the good things in Vern’s life.
Michael Krooeker
Susan and Ivan Docker says
Dear Marguerite,
We are so sad to hear of Vern’s passing, and our thoughts are with you and your family. We enjoyed our regular chats with Vern and you over the many years that we were neighbors.
Love from Sue & Ivan Docker
Leigh-Anne/ Brian Lesenko says
Brian and I send our condolences to you Marguerite and your family. We were deeply saddened of this news, we will miss our friend dearly. Sending you virtual hugs.
Loreen Husband says
My sincere condolences to Vern’s family; Tante Kay; our cousins Ed, Rich, Garth and Glen and their families at the passing of Vern. Although we have not kept in close ties over the years I have so many great memories of our growing up years and times spent with your family. May you experience peace in a life well-lived.
Marina Prosperi-Porta says
I was so very sorry to read about your loss of Vern in the Gazette. I enjoyed interacting with your whole family while serving your dental hygiene needs for many years. He tolerated my scraping and scolding without complaint. I shall always remember him as a true GENTLEMAN. Marina
Loy Gross says
Marguerite and Family, my sincere condolences as you say farewell for a little while to a spouse, father and grandfather. My fond memories of “an office next to Vern” will remain treasured in my heart always. A better colleague and “forever friend” – one could not ask for over the years. I am grateful for knowing Vern – – Rest In Peace dear friend.
Betty Kroeker (Dvorski) says
Marguerite, Reid and Nicole: My sincerest condolences to your family. I have many fond memories of Vern and your family that I cherish. I wish you comfort and peace in this time of great sadness.
Sue Arbez says
Dear Marguerite, Reid, Nicole and family,
I am so very sad to hear of Vern’s passing. He was such a kind, fun person
and will be sadly missed by many. My heart goes out to all of you.
Hugs and prayers,
Sue Arbez (Farmer)
Aunt Eleonore & Uncle Henry says
Marguerite and family we send our deepest sympathies as you mourn the loss of Vern. How we wish he could have been with us longer. It was always amazing and refreshing to experience his positive attitude in all these difficult circumstances- we recall the visit in the Edmonton hospital when he was recovering from the surgery.. He was a warm and kind person. Accomplished so much in his wsorking career. Our prayers are with you as a family- we share your hope of meeting again in the place God has prepared for us.
Seb and Laura McGale says
We were so saddened to hear of Vern’s passing. He was a gentleman, a great colleague and a great friend. We will miss his friendly smile, his laugh and his positive outlook on everything. Our condolences to Marguerite, Nicole and Reid and to their extended families.
One of my great memories of Vern was when we worked together on the 2004 Midget National Baseball Championships here in St. Albert. We were in charge of food services and we had such a blast planning that together for over a year and then serving all the baseball players from across Canada for an entire week down at the ball diamonds. It was a lot of fun and Vern and I shared many high fives that week because of how well things went. Vern was a champion of this event and I will always cherish working with him and the great memories of that week.
Rest in peace Vern.
Judy and Richard VanDorp says
Richard and I are very sorry to hear of Vern’s passing. Our deepest sympathy to all of you, Marguerite, Nicole, Reid and your families. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Mayberry says
My deepest condolences to you Marguerite and family. I enjoyed working with Vern when he joined the Servus family. He was an amazing human and I am very sad to hear of his passing. He will be missed.
Debbie Mayberry
Susan Wanner says
I worked with Vern at Servus Credit Union and truly enjoyed him as a persona bd a leader. I’m very sorry to hear of his passing.
B LEE says
Marguerite and Family,
Sorry for your loss, I had the privilege to work with VERN at SERVUS CU.
He will be missed. Ed and I will sure miss our coffee chats.
To REID and NICOLE, your dad speaks of you all the time, reach out if you need anything. GOD BLESS
RIP VERN.
Kyle Scarcella says
Very saddened to learn of this passing. I am grateful to have known him. Thank you for your leadership, patience and lessons, Vern.
To all family I am so sorry for your pain and loss.
Michelle Brown says
Very saddened to hear the loss of Vern. My deepest condolences.
I was blessed to be able to work with him at Servus CU. Times I will cherish forever.