John Lester Kruschwitz, 53, died peacefully Feb. 14 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 27, 1960. John was the eldest son of John and Rita of St. Paul and a brother of Mark (Frani) of Kirkland, Wash., Paul (Melissa) of Palm Harbor, Fla., and Julie of Woodbury. Many relatives and his special friend, Mark Zabawa, also mourn his passing. John suffered from both mental illness and cancer. A memorial service was held Feb. 18 at Mount Olive Lutheran
