David Krause

I just learned of Professor Krause's death in the Brown Alumni magazine of Feb. 2012 and was greatly saddened by his loss. He was my dissertation director, advisor, champion, and friend at Brown when I studied with him in the middle to late 60s. A finer, more warm-hearted or inspiring teacher could not be found. He had a tremendous impact on my life and career: when I became a professor of English at the UW-Madison, I modeled my teaching and relationships to students on his example. I...

"The tender everyday..."

Here's to Irish eyes smiling on through the love that lives in his children, grandchildren and powerful teachings.

I was terribly sad to hear of David's death. He was my professor and friend from 1953-1959. I studied Irish Lit with him and later taught it at UConn. It was David who solemnly told me that I should give up my job at a Fortune 100 company and become a college professor. He was right and I am ever grateful. You have my deepest sympathies.

He was a giant, an impassioned fighter for what he believed in, and a magnificent writer whose fluency with words rivaled that of his famous subject. I mourn his passing. My sympathies to the family.

Martin Margulies, Newtown, Connecticut, USA

Professor Krause, with his larger than life presence, intelligence and amazing energy, "converted" me to Irish literature In an early 80's graduate seminar. His guiding spirit has remained in my memory. His family, friends, and former students have lost an original.

Kate Powers '88 Ph.D.

Kevin - I am very sorry for your loss. I've prayed for your father, you and the rest of your family. Take care and God Bless all of you.

Anne, I remember when the two of you married - I was just a "wee one" but even then I could sense the powerful love you had for each other. If my dad were still alive, he'd say "Krausie, I'll miss you so very much" as they were great friends. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

After reading the obituary, I am sad to say that I never knew David. It sounds as though he would have been a joy to talk with. I do, however, know his son Steve. The greatest compliment that a person can give me is that my children have turned out well. David and Anne could not have done better in Steve.