Worthington man carves wooden hearts for hospice patients

Worthington man carves wooden hearts for hospice patients 
KELO Sioux Falls, Sioux Falls, SD; by Tom Hanson; 6/12/25 
In a world often defined by fast-paced living, some people choose a slower, more meaningful path—quietly making a difference. Inside his garage, Joel Krekelberg is hard at work. He is making small wooden hearts. He gives them to people hoping to give them comfort, or inspiration, or just a warm feeling. For Krekelberg, the process of making the hearts is special. For him, with the headphones and a mask, it’s peaceful.