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Alex Kravits Obituary

Alex J KRAVITS Al was born in New Jersey on Nov 7, 1936. He served his country in the US Air Force which took him and his family to Alaska, which he loved. Sadly, he passed away at the St Francis Hopsital in Federal Way on Jan 16, 2011. He was a loving and caring man and is survived by his wife, Colene, son Rick Kravits, daughter Kimberly Park and 2 sisters, 3 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. Interment services will be Jan 25, 2011 at the Tahoma National Cemetery @1PM. Donations can be made in Memory of Alex J Kravits, Federal Way ICU Floor, Franciscan Foundation, POBOX 1502, Tacoma, WA 98401.

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Published by The Seattle Times on Jan. 25, 2011.

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charlotte Scott

March 9, 2011

Dear Colen, and family, we keep praying for you and your family. I know how hard it is to go ahead with your life without Al in it.I too am experiencing the same feelings. In time we will all start the next phase of our lives.May God be wiht you all.Keep in touch, Charlotte Scott

Bill & Terri Huff

March 7, 2011

My Dear Friend Colean
We were shocked to hear about Al.
He will be soraly missed. I never thought that this day would come.If you
ever need a shoulder to lean on dont hesatate to call.
Your Loving Friends
Bill & Terri

Dot & Shearman Taylor

February 2, 2011

I will miss my brother, but have so many good memories of our growing up that I can draw on when it gets tough. He is sandwiched in between 2 sisters who love him so much. He cared for his family & friends & will be missed. Colene,we are keeping you Rick & Kim in our prayers. Shearman loved him like a brother & will miss him.

Linda DeFord

January 31, 2011

Dear Colene and family: I am so sorry for your loss. I know I shall miss him terribly. He was always so nice to me, always gave me a big hug when I came to visit. If there is anything I can do for you or your family, just ask. I loved his big smile, big heart and he did in fact love his family. He shall be greatly missed. You are in my prayers.

Dale Taylor

January 28, 2011

Dear Aunt Colene, Rick, and Kimberly, I was sorry to hear about Uncle Al. I think the last time I worked in Portland Oregon about 10 years ago, I made the drive up to Kent and visited with Uncle Al, Aunt Colene, and Kim. There is a photo of him on our refrigerator taken with Aunt Charlotte and Mom. Keeping you all in our prayers, Dale, Belinda, Jo Beth, Sarah Dale, and Ella Rose.

Jeanett Dobbins

January 27, 2011

Dear Aunt Colene, Rick and Kimberly, My thoughts are with you all. I want to say that the obituary sure discribed the Uncle Al I remember. He was always so caring. I enjoyed writing emails to him and the best part was knowing neither of us could spell. I may have typed faster but it didn't mean my words were spelled right. I felt he always understood the things we talked about in the serious conversations. I am sorry I could not be there with you all. I know how tough those times can be. My thoughts and prayers were with you at all times and still are. I was so glad when he came home the other summer and Emerson was able to meet him. It tickled me the way he loved sports and the fact that Emerson did too. I wanted him to be proud of Emerson, that meant alot to me. Keeping you in my heart and prayers. Jeanett & Family

Pat and Pam Sepe

January 27, 2011

Dear Colene and Family, We have shared a friendship over many years and many miles and have lots of fond memories of "Big Al" . Our love and thoughts are with all of you.

Janet LaBelle

January 27, 2011

Dear Colene and family; I am praying for your peace and comfort knowing that Al is in a good place.
Can you imagine the stories that he and Bob are telling each other?
I think of you often and hope we can see each other sometime. I am here in Spokane without a car and walking with a walker, so am slow to get around.
I pray that God gives you much comfort. Call me any time, day or night. Your friend, Janet

Darlene Guttery

January 27, 2011

Colene, I am so sorry. I pray that you and your family will have peace and comfort, knowing so many love you and lift you in prayer.

Gene and Betty White

January 26, 2011

Dear Colene~
We know what a fine man Al was. I remember the first time I met both of you and we have been blessed because of that. Praying for you and yours in the days ahead,
Love,
Gene and Betty

Christa Smith

January 26, 2011

Much love to Colene, Ricky and Kimberly. Sorry I could not be there with you, but I do share in your sadness. I will miss Uncle Al!

Merita Schaffter

January 26, 2011

Colene & Family,
You have been a great friend for many years and my heart goes out to all of you at this time. I never met your husband but I'm sure he was really a great guy. You and your family are in my prayers and God is watching over all of you.

Sarah Strode

January 26, 2011

Our prayers for peace for the Kravits family. You have been in our thoughts a lot. We love you.

Camden McLaughlin

January 26, 2011

Rest in peace Al. Colene it seems as if we grew up together through emails. My folks and yours were good friends when we were growing up. May God bless. Cam McLaughlin Anacortes, Wa. (Copen, W.Va)

Patty Cook

January 26, 2011

Al was a wonderful man. He will be missed! Much love and prayers to the family.

Donna Welsh

January 26, 2011

The world has lost a wonderful man. We will all miss Al.

Ginny Crane

January 26, 2011

I will always remember the trip to Alaska in the pickup with the camper back. Thank you so much for the memories I'm sorry we lived so far away and didn't get to see each other. Love, Ginny

Sean & Tiffany Conaway

January 26, 2011

Al will be missed very much.

Mark Taylor

January 26, 2011

My Uncle Al made a difference in my life. He gave comfortable hugs that surrounded me, was not afraid to tell me he loved me, freely laughed with me, shared stories about his life and always made me feel welcome when I came to visit. He valued my experience and was not afraid to ask my advice. He always treated me with respect. His quiet, unselfish nature and caring concern for others have been an example to me. Even when seriously ill in the hospital, his first thoughts and questions to me were regarding the welfare of others, sometimes that concern bringing him to tears of love and hope for their speedy recovery. I will greatly miss our frequent conversations and the opportunity to share our love for each other. I will never forget him. I wish everyone could have an Uncle Al like mine.

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