John-Kraley-Obituary

John Kraley

Saginaw, Michigan

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October 27, 2025
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Saginaw, Michigan

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John Anthony Kraley, age 81, passed away on Monday October 27th, 2025, in Saginaw, Michigan. He is survived by his beloved life partner, Dennis Neiman, of 53 years. John was born in Muskegon, Michigan and was a graduate of Muskegon Catholic Central in 1962. He attended the Art Institute of...

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I have fond memories of John from our years at Fruitport Schools and art circles in Grand Haven and Muskegon. John was talented artist. I enjoy today several of his art works that I have. Philip Brady Newport Beach Ca.

My sincerest condolences are extended to you, Dennis, and to the Kraley family. "Mr. Kraley" was a respected colleague of my father´s, was my own teacher for four years, art club coach, and a key influence for me as a young high school artist. I credit him for instilling in me a sense of excellence and appreciation for classical art processes. Even my penmanship improved under his fine example. He would accept nothing but my best which paved the way for my own lifetime career as an art...

John was a good friend throughout high school. He will be missed and remembered as a very kind person

Dear Barb, So sorry to hear of John´s passing. May his memory be eternal.

Renee, my condolences in the loss of your brother. Nancy Wells

My heartfelt sympathy to Dennis and the Kraley family. I have a lifetime of cherished memories of John from when we were children to the present. He was a talented, intelligent and warm person.

I enjoyed see you two at R´s I enjoyed our visit with dick in Grand Rapids what a talented artist and a good guy ! Sending love !

John was responsible for much of my vocabulary, I would look up words he used after I returned home. He also showed me a huge variety of experience and viewpoint. I am better for having known him.