Allen L. Kuecker

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Bill Pittman on July 26, 2011 at 02:25 PM said:

To the Kuecker Family....Just wanted to say how very sad I am at the passing of my friend "Big Al". Been coming to Iowa for a long time to visit my friends (Roger too). It won't be the same w/o Al. I will miss him as will all the boys from Illinois. My heartfelt condolences to all.

Joan (Bock) Amdahl on July 24, 2011 at 04:13 PM said:

I was gone on vacation when I got the news of Al's death. I went all the way through school with him, from the Kindergarten class in the country school, to high school. He was a kind and smiling and caring person. From all the notes I've read about him, he was an asset to the community with his big heart.

Kathy Blum on July 22, 2011 at 05:40 PM said:

Roger and Kathy, So so sorry to read about the loss of your brother. He sounded like a wonderful wonderful person but I am not surprised as you two are also wonderful people. May it comfort you knowing we are thinking of you and share in your sadness because of the loss of a great person.

Danny on July 22, 2011 at 04:33 PM said:

I thought I was a tough guy and could get through this Big Brother. I will, but for now the tears keep coming. I sit here this evening after all is over and the friends and family are gone and reminise about the good times and the not so good times we had over the years. The love was always there. I remember when you took me to Harmon Killebrew Appreciation Night in Minnesota because you knew he was my baseball hero. The trips to Prairie City to see dance recitals, games and birthdays, where believe it or not, everyone here knew and loved you. You were truly everyone's friend. I always knew you were a great guy, but going back to my home town after moving away 25 years ago, I realized that you were more than a brother to me - you were a brother, a friend and a comrade to many, many people. The heart heals with time but the memories will be there forever. I hope my life is as full as yours was. I love ya Al!

Lisa (Kneeskern),Desiree and Alex Andreassen on July 22, 2011 at 02:24 PM said:

What a Wonderful Man Al was. The kids just loved him so much.He was always there to say a kind word or give a Smile.Our thoughts are with you all at this time. Big Al will never ever be forgotten.

Perhaps they are not the stars, but rather openings in Heaven where the love of our lost ones pours through and shines down upon us to let us know that are happy.

Tena(Hunemuller)Ferrebee on July 22, 2011 at 01:19 PM said:

After 4 pages of heartfelt, loving comments Big Al, I hope from heaven you can read and see how much you will be missed. The church was packed, the line out the door for the funeral home visitation. As part of my parent's childhood you made an impact, and even MORE of one as a part of my brother's and I's lives. You were always there at "Jack and Jill" and at the Market with a smile on your face...for everyone. Many of my earliest memories are of you and your smiling face and joyful laugh. Your heart was here at home,residing deep in Tripoli's heart...and many, oh so many of us will feel lessened by the loss of you, but fulfilled by the memories of our times with you. As a little girl, you were my Santa, my joy-bringer, and growing up, you were one of the few adults who would stop and listen to whatever it was I had to say which was important to me always.Every time I am reminded of you, or think of you, I will have a smile on my face. This Christmas will be very empty without you, but we will carry on with smile's in our hearts and on our faces remembering your joy and love of the Christmas season. No one embodied christian love, acceptance and joy like you Al, and God has gained a fantastic Angel. Please watch over your family and friends, and even the whole of Tripoli as we mourn your loss, and celebrate your life. as always, Brenda and Dave's little girl, Tena.<3

Peggy & Jeff on July 22, 2011 at 10:28 AM said:

My husband and I would like to convey our deepest sympathy to the family and friends of your beloved Allen. We would like to share with you something that has brought us much comfort at a similar time in our lives. John 11:14-44 shares with us the experience of Jesus resurrecting Lazarus here on earth before the very eyes of those he loved. We can only imagine the tears of joy when we too are reunited with our dear loved ones. (John 5:28,29) Allen will surely be missed by many of those who's lives he shared, remember the experiences you shared together and learn from them, hold them close to your heart and cherish them. May you find comfort from those who surround you at this very difficult time. Our sincere condolences to all of you

Sarah (Bremer) Eastman on July 22, 2011 at 08:06 AM said:

My prayers and deepest sympathy to all of Al's family. What a remarkable man Al was and such an impact he had on all those around him. He is such a big part of almost all my childhood memories. I've been so touched to read all the things people have to say about him. What a wonderful legacy.

Steve and Kerri Tegtmeier on July 21, 2011 at 04:14 PM said:

With Al's passing, Tripoli is left with a void that will be difficult if not impossible to fill. No one has been more giving of his time and efforts. Never content to merely be a resident of his community, he inisisted upon being citizen in the truest sense. Having known Al for over half a century, my most vivid memories were the bone-jarring blocks and tackles he administered in pickup football games on the vacant lot behind his childhood home. I've never been hit by a freight train, but I think those hits gave me an idea of how it must feel. May God continue to bless this good and generous soul.

Jo Lenox on July 21, 2011 at 03:27 PM said:

Prayers go out to the Kuecker family. It's hard to imagine life around Tripoli without Al. I hope he realized how many people in this community loved him. Great guy, warm heart. Will miss him.

Esch and Judy on July 21, 2011 at 12:43 PM said:

Big Al was so many things to so many people! When we said Big Al, it was not his size but his heart we will remember him by. All the times he would pull you aside at his meat counter and tell you a joke, all the football and basketball games with his security badge controlling the crowd, our girls sitting on Santa's lap every Christmas, Big Al legging out a hit to firstbase in softball and sitting around after games pulling cold ones from his big cooler. Measured by all of his big memories, Big Al will be missed but not forgotton! Our prayers to all of his family for their loss. Esch, Judy, Kim, Katie, and Kristin

Gail Sexton on July 20, 2011 at 05:32 PM said:

Somehow the brightest memories shine through the darkest sorrow. Big Al always had a smile on his face while giving others a pat on the back. I remember working with Al at Dan's Jack & Jill in Tripoli back in the 70's. Al knew everyone who came into the store. At Christmas time he was the jolly old soul dressed in red - a role he dearly loved. Big Al's memories live on in our hearts and in the community. Deepest sympathy to the entire Kuecker family. Praying God will show you His love through caring friends, comforting memories, and moments of peace.

Pam Kuker on July 20, 2011 at 04:30 PM said:

My deepest sympathies to the Kuecker family. You could not have lived in Tripli and not known "Big Al". My earliest memories of Al are of him working with my dad at the mercantile, in his apron behind the meat counter. You also can't think of Al and not think of Santa or Elvis' bodyguard. I don't think anyone else did as much for the community of Tripoli than Al did. He will be greatly missed.

leah leonard on July 20, 2011 at 03:08 PM said:

i remember when i was a little girl.i would go to the store and see al standing behind the meat counter,he would always have a big smile on his face and say hi and how are you today. he will be missed by all the children who rememmbered him and the parents. rip al you will be missed.

Juanita (Drewis) Nuss on July 20, 2011 at 02:41 PM said:

My sincerest sympathies to Aunt Elna and all of the Kuecker cousins. Big Al was truly one-of-a-kind. I'll never forgot the days of seeing him behind that meat counter at the "Jack @ Jill", always teasing me. And how much joy he brought to so many kids in Tripoli for so many years. He was an icon in Tripoli. He will be missed, but will leave us with many, many happy memories.

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