Mary ‘Luette’ Sundberg, (née Kraft), 93, died peacefully among family in McLoud, Oklahoma on August 8th, 2025.
Luette was preceded in death by her husband of 51 years, Jim Sundberg; mother, Edna Knospe Kraft; and father, Harry Kraft. Luette is survived by son, Kent Sundberg of Polk, Nebraska; daughter Jamie Black and husband Glen of Grapevine, Texas, and daughter Jill Warren and husband Casey of Choctaw, Oklahoma; grandchildren Tristan Warren, Emilie Walker and husband Travis; and one great-grandchild Sawyer. Luette is also survived by her sisters Kathy LaBonty and Serena Kronk.
Luette proudly served at the Pentagon during the Korean War. She continued her service to her country with work through the Red Cross and The American Legion. Luette was an avid reader, artist, and writer. The Merrill Courier for many years published her column ‘Notes from Ludie.’ Luette took great interest in her family history, loved to cook, bake, and enjoyed music. Luette’s friendships lasted decades; she crossed religious and cultural boundaries to build relationships. All who met her loved her. Luette continued to be fiercely independent up until her death.
A celebration of life will take place at St. Stephens in Merrill, Wisconsin, September 19th at 11:00 a.m. followed with interment at Merrill Memorial Park Cemetery.
