Kruger Funeral Home & Crematory

Kruger Funeral Home & Crematory Kruger Funeral Home & Crematory, formerly Pape Family Funeral Home has been caring for the loved ones in Vermilion County since 1916.

As of present, long time employee Jennifer Kruger now owns and operates the funeral home. The Funeral Home was ran and operated by 5 generations of the Pape Family. In 2018, long time employee Jennifer Kruger purchased, and continued to run the funeral home. Even though no Pape's are involved with the funeral home today, we will continue the legacy of the funeral home, and continue to serve Danville and the surrounding communities for many years to come.

Steven 'Big Bubba" Griffith, 48 of Danville, passed away peacefully and unexpectantly at his home yesterday, February 23...
02/24/2026

Steven 'Big Bubba" Griffith, 48 of Danville, passed away peacefully and unexpectantly at his home yesterday, February 23, 2026. His Dad and Best Friend was by his side.

A private family service will take place later this week and a Celebration of Life will be planned in the near future.

Please keep the family in your thoughts and prayers as Bubba's big heart will be missed by many.

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Paul Rogers passed away at his home on Friday, February 20th, 2026. A beautiful obituary written by the family can be fo...
02/24/2026

Paul Rogers passed away at his home on Friday, February 20th, 2026. A beautiful obituary written by the family can be found below, along with visitation and service arrangements.

May his family feel the warm comfort of love and beautiful memories during this time and always.

https://www2.funeralwebhost.com/kgc/obituary/Paul-Rogers

Terry England, 65 of Danville, passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer on Fri, Feb 20th at his home. A benefi...
02/23/2026

Terry England, 65 of Danville, passed away after a hard-fought battle with cancer on Fri, Feb 20th at his home. A benefit is scheduled for March 8th at 2pm at The Half Way on Route 150.

A celebration of life will be planned for the near future, but the family has requested memorial donations to help with expenses. God Bless all who loved and cared for him, called, texted, and reached out in the recent months.

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Michael Brock passed away on February 19th, 2026 in Danville. He leaves behind his only daughter Michelle, a sister and ...
02/20/2026

Michael Brock passed away on February 19th, 2026 in Danville. He leaves behind his only daughter Michelle, a sister and a niece, and his grandchildren.

He lived his life to the fullest and would want everyone to remember the great time they spent with him.

Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers.

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Christine VanDuyn passed away on Sunday, February 15th, 2026 at LaBella of Danville. A Celebration of Life will be plann...
02/18/2026

Christine VanDuyn passed away on Sunday, February 15th, 2026 at LaBella of Danville. A Celebration of Life will be planned in the near future and our website updated with that information.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to assist the family with funeral expenses.

Please keep those who held her close in your thoughts and prayers during this time.

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Laura Cooper, 62 of Danville, left this World on February 11, 2026. She leaves behind a world with just a little less su...
02/17/2026

Laura Cooper, 62 of Danville, left this World on February 11, 2026. She leaves behind a world with just a little less sunshine without her in it.

Laura is already greatly missed by her children and grandchildren so please keep them in your prayers as they celebrate her life and all she meant to not only them, but so many others.

A full obituary with Celebration of Life information is below.

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Deana Miller, 72 of Danville, passed from this life into eternity on Sunday, February 15, 2026. A lover of animals and c...
02/17/2026

Deana Miller, 72 of Danville, passed from this life into eternity on Sunday, February 15, 2026.

A lover of animals and children, Deana had a personality that owned every room and a love that extended to each person that was blessed to have her in their life.

A Celebration of Life will be in the near future and we will repost the obituary once dates and times are decided.

Please keep her loved ones in your prayers as they navigate life without her.

https://www2.funeralwebhost.com/kgc/obituary/Deana-Miller

Brian Welsch, a beloved husband, father, coach, and everyone's friend, left us suddenly on Friday, February 6, 2026. He ...
02/11/2026

Brian Welsch, a beloved husband, father, coach, and everyone's friend, left us suddenly on Friday, February 6, 2026. He was 63 years old.

Brian leaves behind a huge family, including Godchildren, more friends than one can count, and thousands of youth he has coached over the years.

While he may be gone, his legacy will live on in everyone whose life he has touched.

Please keep his family in your thoughts and prayers over the weeks to come as they learn to live without his daily presence. May God look over them and comfort them.

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Lori Flessner, 64 of Oakwood, passed away peacefully on Sun, February 8th at OSF Sacred Heart in Danville after a lifelo...
02/09/2026

Lori Flessner, 64 of Oakwood, passed away peacefully on Sun, February 8th at OSF Sacred Heart in Danville after a lifelong battle with Diabetes. Her family was always by her side.

A full obituary is below, along with service information.

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Lavonia Geren passed away at her home on Sunday, January 25, 2026. May God wrap his ever-loving arms around those who lo...
02/02/2026

Lavonia Geren passed away at her home on Sunday, January 25, 2026. May God wrap his ever-loving arms around those who loved her and bring them peace.

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Joe Wayne Denton, 79 of Danville, left us suddenly on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at his home. His family greatly missed h...
01/22/2026

Joe Wayne Denton, 79 of Danville, left us suddenly on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at his home. His family greatly missed him. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers in the days and weeks to come.

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Danville, IL
61832

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