Albert R. Krueger, 85, of Stuart, FL passed away Sunday, July 16, 2017 under the tender loving care of Hospice of the Treasure Coast with his family at his side.
A true Martin County native, Albert was born to Karl John Krueger Sr. and Radie Belle Bruner in Stuart, Florida.
His younger brother was the late Karl John Krueger Jr.
Albert graduated from Stuart High School in 1950.
In 1954, after attending the University of Florida, he started Krueger Flower Farm with his family.
He was one of the first commercial flower growers in Stuart, and devoted his expertise to chrysanthemums.
In 1963, he was voted Outstanding Young Farmer in recognition of exceptional progress in agriculture.
In 1968, Albert went back on active duty and flew 138 combat missions in Viet Nam. He led a distinguished and highly decorated career with the U. S. Air Force and retired after serving his country for 32 years. Several awards included in Albert's vast array were the Distinguished Flying Cross, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal with four Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, among many.
After his distinguished career in the military, Albert once again went back into ornamental horticulture growing at Indian River Plantation.
He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Martha Krueger of Stuart, FL; his son Albert R. Krueger IV of Stuart, FL; his two daughters Katherine Thomas (Edward) of Fayetteville, GA and Dr. Radie Lynn Krueger of Santa Rosa, CA; his two grandchildren Kristine Allgood of Fayetteville, GA and Travis Roe of Seattle, WA; and two great grandchildren.
A Graveside service and burial at Arlington National Cemetery with full military honors is scheduled at a later date yet to be determined.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in loving memory of Albert can be made to Treasure Coast Hospice, 1201 SE Indian Street, Stuart, FL 34997.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted in the care to Martin Funeral Home & Crematory, 961 S. Kanner Highway, Stuart, FL 34994. 772-223-5550