Eleanor Krause

Eleanor Krause, 97, of Merrill, passed away on Saturday, September 28, 2019, at Pine Crest Nursing Home, Merrill. Eleanor was born July 1, 1922 in Merrill, daughter of the late Arthur and Alma (Koehler) Braatz. She married Wilbert Radloff on April 11, 1941 and he preceded her in death on January 11, 1963. She then married Renatus ‘Knute’ Krause on August 28, 1987. He preceded her in death on October 9, 2010. Eleanor had worked at the former Gruett’s Drug Store and Snyder Drug in Merrill. She was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, Village of Maine. Eleanor enjoyed playing cards and belonged to various card clubs. She especially enjoyed the games of Sheepshead and 500. Survivors include her daughters, Sharon Tewes of Tomahawk, Sue (Tim) Lawrence of Hastings, MN and Laurie (Lloyd Jr.) Buck of Merrill; daughter-in-law, Patty Radloff of Merrill; seven grandchildren; thirteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and sister-in-law, Faye Braatz of Merrill. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husbands; parents; son, Thomas Radloff; son-in-law, Gene Tewes; brothers, August Braatz and Douglas Braatz; and sister-in-law, Phyllis Braatz. The funeral service for Eleanor will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, October 5, 2019 at Faith Lutheran Church, Village of Maine. The Rev. Donald Love will officiate. Burial will take place in Merrill Memorial Park Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 9:00 A.M. Saturday at the church. Taylor-Stine Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Merrill, is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.taylorstinefuneralhome.com