Mr. Ronald Dale Kruse, age 76, of Brandenburg, KY, passed away on Monday, December 15, 2025, at his residence.  Mr. Kruse was born on October 8, 1949, the son of Charles William Kruse and Mary Margaret Smith.

     Mr. Kruse was a veteran of the United States Navy having served his country during the Vietnam Conflict.  He was an honorable man of few words that cared deeply for people and always kept his word.  He loved to fish and fly planes, having obtained his pilot’s license several years ago.  He also liked to listen to various genres  of music, but was a huge fan of the 60’s and 70’s rock and roll.

     Mr. Kruse was preceded in death by his parents; and his grandson, Robert Alsip.  He is survived by his daughter, Michele Netter and her husband, Greg; his grandson, Raymond Netter; his sister, Frances Kruse Faith; his brother, David (Leah Early) Kruse; six nieces and nephews, Susan, Casey, Todd, Eric, Christina, and Megan; and numerous great nieces and nephews.

     Graveside services, with military honors, will be held at 2:30 PM on Monday, January 5, 2026, at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central in Radcliff, KY.  Hager Funeral Home has been entrusted with arrangements.