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KRASTS Olgerts V. "Ole" Krasts, 83, of Little Rock, died September 30, 2013. He was born in Leipaja Latvia on July 14, 1930 and immigrated to the United States in 1950. Ole graduated from the University Of Minnesota School Of Engineering with a degree in Civil Engineering. He was recognized by the editors of Engineering News Record in 1992 as one of twelve recipients of the "Construction's Man of the Year" award for his contributions to the field of construction. He was a member of Grace Lutheran Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. Ole is preceded in death by his parents, Lina and Mikelis Krasts and his great-grandson Ellis Gardner. Ole is survived by his wife of 64 years, Monta Krasts; his daughters, Brigita Gardner (Dr. Guy Gardner) of Little Rock and Sandra Parks (John Parks) of Plano, Texas; his grandchildren, Dr. Edward Gardner (Nancy Gardner), Rebekah Feather (Michael Feather) and Lina Parks; his great-grandchildren, Julianna Gardner, Audrey Gardner, Jacob Feather, and Kathryn Feather; and his brother, Capt.(Ret.) Ilmars Krasts (Rasma Krasts) of Lakeport, California. He is also survived by four nieces and one nephew. A memorial service will be held at Parkway Village Chapel on Saturday, October 5, 2013 at 1:00 pm. A private burial will be held in Plano, Texas. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 5124 Hillcrest, Little Rock, Arkansas 72205. Arrangements by Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com.
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Your family is in our prayers. I attended Salem Lutheran Church, Gretna, La. with the Krasts. We learned quite a lot from them at one of our adult retreats they attended. Wonderful person!
Lisa and Brent Matherne
October 7, 2013
Monta, we were very saddened to hear of Ole's passing. Please know that you, Gita and Sandy and their families are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lee and Lynda Kerouac
October 5, 2013
Monta and family, please accept my deepest sympathies and prayers.. Ole was a special man, friendly, smart and always had a smile and kind word. I worked with Ole at T L James, lived in Willowdale and was a member of the country club with Monta and Ole. I will miss seeing him (and you Monta) at the polling place during elections when y'all voted. It was truly a highlight of the day seeing you and Ole. You will be truly missed Ole. Rest in Peace dear friend.
Annie Harmon
October 3, 2013
Monta and family, I was very saddened to read of Ole's passing. He was such a dear man. I have so many fond memories of him while playing bridge. I still remember the card holder he made for me when I had hand surgery. My thoughts and prayers go out to you all. May you be at peace knowing how happy he is now, being with our Lord and Savior. Love to all, Carolyn Fraychineaud
Carolyn Fraychineaud
October 2, 2013
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