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Alan Kraft Obituary

Professor Alan Kraft, Criminal Justice Program Manager, passed away on Sunday, March 24, after an illness. He was 65.

Kraft became a full-time faculty member at Seminole State in 2001 after serving as an adjunct Professor.

He began his law enforcement career in the U.S. Air Force as a security Police Officer. In 1970, he was honorably discharged and joined the Daytona Beach Police Department as a Police Officer. During his seven and a half years with the Daytona Beach Police Department, he worked in patrol as well as in a robbery stakeout unit. From 1977-1998, he worked for the Anchorage Police Department. While employed in Anchorage, he worked in uniform patrol, was in charge of the Hostage Negotiations Unit and was the senior trainer and lead investigator in the Domestic Violence Unit.

Kraft was selected in 1982 to attend an 80-hour command school for hostage situations at the FBI Academy.

He earned his Bachelor's Degree in Human Services and his Master's Degree in Business Organizational Management.

An informal gathering to remember Kraft was held on Thursday, March 28, at the Brevard Memorial Funeral Home in Cocoa.

The family has asked that in lieu of flowers, contributions be made to the Foundation for Seminole State College to benefit the Criminal Justice Department, or to the Animal People Inc. animal rescue organization.

Reprinted from Deminole State College of Florida.

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Apr. 16 to Apr. 17, 2013.
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As a reporter, I spoke to Alan on a regular basis during his time with APD. He was always professional and friendly. He was devoted to the protection of the residents of Anchorage and was a very good officer. We are all better off thanks to Alan's service.

Wayne Maloney

April 17, 2013

I am so sorry to hear of Alan's death. He was a great co-worker and leader at APD. His family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers.

Pati Rhea

April 16, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. I know losing a loved one is hard, I will keep you in my prayers. May you draw close to God.

April 16, 2013

Alan was a great guy, fun to be around, awesome to work with (at APD) and a true friend. My condolences to his family and friends. He will be missed.
Lorna

Lorna-Jean Souza

April 16, 2013

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