Kruse, Gregory B. age 63, St. Paul. Passed away suddenly on September 18, 2014 while in Paris, France pursuing his passion for art. Born in Aberdeen, SD, graduate of Highland Park HS class of 1969 and Graham Junior College in Boston, MA in 1970. Vietnam era veteran of the US Army. Graduate of the Atelier in Minneapolis. Preceded in death by father Russell E. Kruse, Sr.; grandparents, George and Florence Guertin, and Art and Lois Kruse. Survived by mother, Corinne; brother, Russell (Nancy); nephews, Kevan and Jeffrey (Ashley); niece, Allison (Jay); and six grand-nephews. Memorial visitation to be held 7-9 PM Monday, November 3rd at O'Halloran and Murphy Funeral Home (575 S. Snelling Ave., St. Paul 651-698-0796). Interment 1 PM Tuesday, November 4th at Fort Snelling National Cemetery.