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Arnold Kraus Obituary
He was preceded in death by his wife, Marian.
Survivors are his three sons, their wives; 7 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.
Son Joseph and his wife Carolyn, and grandchildren Jen, her husband Loren Butts and their children Andy and Caleb, Stephen, and his daughter Aria, and Christine, her husband Brett Berry and their children Molly and Brooke.
Son Anthony and his wife Debbie and grandchild Heather, her husband DJ Terreri and their children Connor and Kaitlyn.
Son Richard and his wife Carolyn and grandchildren, Katrina, her husband Matt Taylor and their child Mackenzie, Matt, his wife Brianna and their children Alex and Will, Amanda, her husband Jonathan Moss and their children, Mary, Kathryn and Levi, and Patrick Merritt and his daughter Sloan.
A graveside service will be held at 12:00 Noon Thursday, June 18, 2020 at St. Luke's Cemetery in Smithfield.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church in Newport News to have masses said in his name.
Arrangements by W. J. Smith & Son Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
June 17, 2020
So sorry to hear about your loss. You know that God and Jesus are in the best position to comfort us when we lose a loved one in death.
Danny & Carrie Bristow
June 16, 2020
Well, I guess the good Lord was finally ready for you, Arnie. You were one of a kind and always a pleasure to talk to. We'll miss your smile, waves Hello, and walks up and down the road, many times shirtless, working on your tan. We'll never forget you.
Susan
June 16, 2020
have such dear memories of Arnold through OLMC. He always had a smile to share, a positive word, and a heart that desired to make life better. Often, I have thought of him since his move away from the area. God bless you Arnold. May a choir of angels carry you to paradise. See you again.
Linda Wahlert
June 16, 2020
Arnold was a wonderful friend to our family in Newport News. He generously shared his love of God with the sick & dying of Riverside Hospital for many years. A true saint among us! Linda & RIchard Wahlert
Debbie Kraus
June 15, 2020
Grandpa Arnie was famously known for using the old NFT slogan, Take it easy, take a bus.
Well, we aren't sure if he got a bus ride to Heaven or not, but he is certainly taking it easy now!
I am sure he would wish the same for all of us who are missing him now. Take it easy - Arnie is exactly where he always wanted to be and with his Lord and wife.
Tony and Debbie Kraus
June 15, 2020
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