Anthony Domenico Kruse
February 27, 1974 ~ December 6, 2022
Anthony Domenico Kruse, passed away on December 6, 2022 at the age of 48. He was born in Plainville, Kansas on February 27, 1974. He graduated from Plainville High School as Co-Valedictorian in 1992. He attended K-State University and graduated in 1996 with honors with a Bachelor of Science Business Administration degree. He started working for Grant Thornton in 1997 as an accountant, then later earned his CPA in 2004. In 2005, he married Monica Sander and then welcomed their first son Nathan in 2006. They had their second son, Braden in 2010. In 2010, he worked for BKD LLP. In 2012, with his hard work and dedication, he became Partner with BKD LLP, now known as FORVIS. They had their only daughter Madelyn in 2013. Tony was a strong family man, loving and dedicated husband and father who enjoyed spending time with his family, whether it was hanging out at the pool, going to sporting events, going on vacation or simply staying at home. He also enjoyed watching K-State football, coaching his boys in baseball and basketball while also being an avid spectator, and watching his daughter dance. He was a member of the Church of the Magdalen, and actively involved with the American Heart Association and the Heart Ball.He was preceded in death by his parents, Domenico “Mimi” and Vera Kruse; and sister, Patricia “Patty” Kruse.He is survived by his wife, Monica Kruse; his sons, Nathan Domenico and Braden Michael Kruse; and his daughter, Madelyn Ann Kruse; sister, Mary Rhodes and brother-in-law Dennis Rhodes; and brother, Michael Kruse.The Rosary will be at 7:00 pm Tuesday, December 13, 2022; The Funeral Mass is at 10:00 am, Wednesday, December 14, 2022, both at Church of the Magdalen Catholic Church. Memorials have been established with the American Heart Association, 8918 W. 21st St. N. #248, Wichita, KS 67205; and Church of the Magdalen, 12626 E 21st St. N., Wichita, KS 67206.Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.
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Tony was a great husband, father, and man. It was an absolute honor to have coached baseball with him this past year and a half. My sincerest condolences go out to the Kruse family. May God provide comfort and guidance to Monica and the kids.
Tony was my younger cousin and he and his brother Michael were the alter servers at my wedding. Love and prayers.
I babysat Tony and his sisters Mary and Patty; our parents were friends; we were also neighbors. I remember a lot of silliness, laughter, and fun. I was babysitting the three of them the day their brother Michael was born. To Tony’s family: You are all in my thoughts and prayers; may your memories help you through these difficult times.
Monica, Nathan,Braden and Madelyn I wish you strength and courage for the road ahead you are always in my prayers. We will miss Tony so much. He shared laughs and tears with all of us. He made our family whole. May God be with you. Love your Aunt May
I met Tony at Kansas State. After college, Tony was always a big part of keeping our circle of friends together. I am thankful for him being a part of our lives. In his words: “Having great friends is truly a blessing.” Tony, we will always be “pals.”
Our deepest sympathy and many prayers for Monica and the children. May God hold you in his arms and the Blessed Mother wrap you in her cloak.
I met Tony in the 3rd Grade. I loved growing up with him in Plainville. He was a fun guy to hang out with, great basketball and baseball player, receiver, little league coach, drummer, Christian man, and fantastic friend. See you in Heaven someday Tony.
I will always remember the nights playing basketball in your parents driveway. But I will also never forget that everybody told me you were the only one in high school that had a better shooting form than me, that drove me crazy (even though I new it was true!!). And in the summer driving from county fair to county fair, loved it. Although I was a couple years younger than you it didn’t matter to you. I could go on for a long time, but until we meet again in Heaven. Monica and kids, I never met you, but you are in my prayers every day.
I remember when Tony asked me for my daughter’s hand in marriage and I hugged him and gave him a kiss on the cheek Afterwards he told Monica to tell your dad not you kiss me anymore So I only hug him every time I saw him after that.
So many memories growing up. Rivals (Plainville/Stockton, KSU/KU) and yet lifelong friends. Heartbreaking you’re gone. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with Monica, Nathan, Braden and Madelyn, Mary and Michael. May the memories you’ve left us with bring comfort at this very sad time.