Gerald J. Krupp, 85, of New Holstein, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family on Thursday, November 21 after a short battle with cancer.

Gerald was born on October 6, 1939, in St. Anna to Arno and Adelia Krupp. He served in the United States Army and was transferred to the National Guard serving from 1958 to 1965. On April 1, 1967, he married Connie Krebsbach at St. Anna Catholic Church.

Gerald dedicated 42 years of his career to Tecumseh. He was a faithful member of St. Anna Catholic Church and proudly served on the St. Anna Fire Department. In retirement, he enjoyed golfing, spending time at his cottage in Eagle River, traveling, and cherishing moments with his grandchildren. He was an avid cribbage player, sports fan, and enjoyed watching the Packers, Brewers, Badgers and Bucks.

Gerald's greatest joy was his family, especially his grandchildren.

He is survived by his loving wife Connie, his children Carmen (Dave) Carter and Curt (Kari) Krupp, and his five grandchildren: Karley, Hannah, Cade, Quinn, and Keaton. He is also survived by his brothers Ken Krupp, Don (Marilyn) Krupp, Arno Krupp and special friend Chris; and his sisters Cathy (Marlin) Huppert, Mary Lau, and Sue (Chuck) Tollman.

He was preceded in death by his son Chad, parents Arno and Adelia Krupp, in-laws Emily and Claude Krebsbach, sisters-in-law Barb and Linda Krupp, brother Francis Krupp, and brother-in-law Warren Lau.

A Liturgy Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at St. Ann Catholic Church in St. Anna (N188 School Street New Holstein, WI 53061). Rev. Alvan Amadi and Rev. Carl Diederichs will officiate.

Visitation: Family and friends may visit with Gerald's family on Saturday, November 30 from 9:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. at St. Anna Catholic Church.

The family would like to thank Aurora Hospice, especially Tanya, for her quality care.

A memorial fund will be established in his name. Please mail to the Gerald Krupp family C/O Sippel Funeral Home, PO Box 135, New Holstein, WI 53061

For further information, please contact the Sippel Funeral Home of New Holstein (920) 898-4300 or visit www.sippelfuneralhome.net