Krueger, Vicki Colleen (Harty) Age 66 of Brooklyn Park, passed away unexpectedly on May 28th.
Preceded in death by father, Roger Harty. Survived by mother, Viola Harty; husband, Daniel Clemens; children, Derek (Mindy); Blake (Amanda); Hannah (Billy); Lillia; Nora; Liana; Liam; Meseret; Endris; grandchildren, Vincent, Naomi, Billy, Gabriella; brother, Gregory Michael Harty (Darla).
Born in Minneapolis July 31st 1953, Vicki graduated from Robbinsdale High School and then attended the University of Minnesota, graduating with a BA in journalism at age 20. She returned to school, attending the U of M Law School and graduated cum laude in 1987.
Vicki practiced law and then pursued a career focused on legal research, writing and editing. This career decision allowed Vicki to focus on her growing family. Vicki and Dan raised nine children, five of whom were internationally adopted. Vicki most loved time with her family and pets. She had a passion for supporting the adoption community as well as advocating for organ donation, having been a living donor herself.
Vicki had a great sense of humor and loved a good joke, especially April Fool's pranks. She was brilliant, had a wonderful talent for writing, and loved to read. Vicki had a generous, selfless, loving spirit that knew no limits. People, especially children, were drawn to her. Those who knew Vicki were better for it. She is beloved and will be dearly missed.
A celebration of life will be held at a date to be determined.
Suggested memorials to support adoption, organ donation, animal rescue.