Michael H. Krebs was born on December 31, 1932 in Lefor, North Dakota, the son of Kasper and Mary (Klupp) Krebs. He was raised and educated while living on the farm near Lefor, North Dakota. He attended Business School in Dickenson, North Dakota. He served 2 years honorably in the United States Army.
Michael was united in marriage to Agnes Huschka on August 4, 1956 at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, Mansfield. He worked for United Telephone until his retirement in 1993. He belonged to the Knight of Columbus. He loved baseball. He enjoyed several years coaching his children, grandchildren, and area little leaguers. He enjoyed volunteering at area nursing homes, participating in reading programs, and making rosaries for the missions.
Michael is survived by his wife, Agnes; his children, Steven Krebs, Doris (Ripley) Stratton, Diann (Manuel) Martinez, Kevin (Gail) Krebs, Karen (Michael) Cook, and Philip (Karen) Krebs; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; 2 step great-grandchildren; his sister, Suzann Goff; his brother, Philip (Aylin) Krebs; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Mary Ann; son, Daniel Krebs; infant granddaughter, Ashley; grandson, D. Travis Krebs; brothers, Joseph, John, and Kasper; sisters, Elizabeth Vandeburg and Marie Trease.
Family and friends may visit from 9:00-10:00 am on Wednesday, August 17, 2022 at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 104 W. First St. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 am at the church. Burial will follow in Mansfield Catholic Cemetery.
