Walter Kraus

It looks as though Mr. Kraus' students of the Class of '63 are well respresented. I learned so very much from him as he redmarked all my writings, his red strong handwriting in the margins. He instilled in me a love of writing which I continue to exercise. I have often commented to people after reading an editorial or a piece poorly written that my high school English teacher would have redmarked the whole thing. It was Mr. Kraus I was referring to. One of my most cherished, appreciated...

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Though I was only at San Jose High for two years, one of my mentor/friends as it were was Walt Kraus. I still have stron memories of him in the Faculty Lounge in the chair with that 'all knowing' look on his face - now and then it included slight grin. He was one of my sparring partner in 'quipology' and an influence on my 'bon motery'. I believe that our immortality comes from memories. He's quite alive and thriving in my memory. Later Walt.

Mr. Kraus did so much more than teach English. He got the best from his students and he shared his friendship and his love for life. It was my good fortune to have him as a teacher at San Jose High. I will always remember his kind way.

Mr.Kraus was my English teacher during the early 1960's. He made a positive impression on all the students. It was a priviledge to be placed in his class. "Timed writings" were one of the exercises he had us write at the beginning of a class period. He gave us a challanging topic, we wrote for 5 minutes, he selected students to read what we had written class discussion followed. It was a pleasure to see to see Mr. Kraus at our 40th class reunion in 2003. Mr. Kraus' family's loss and his...

Walter Kraus is the kind of person who should be able to live forever is what I would say to people. He was one of the kindest people ever to set foot on this earth. If there is a way, his spirit will continue to fill our hearts and resonate with everyone, as no doubt would be his desire. He was that powerful a man. Being his student for two years was a privilege and an honor. He helped to shape young minds and loved everyone equally, a man true to himself. I am thankful to have shared my...