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William Kraus Obituary
Grosse Pointe Woods - 68, September 16, 2018. William is survived by his best friend Rebecca, his wife of 45 years; son, William James (Sarah) granddaughter, Mackenzie Elizabeth; brothers, Richard (Mindy) and Jim (Amy); and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation is 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, September 21, 2018, and memorial service is 12 p.m. Saturday, September 22, both at A.H. Peters Funeral Home, 20705 Mack at Vernier Road Grosse Pointe Woods 48236. Donations may be made to The American Cancer Society (https://donate3.cancer.org/) lung cancer research, in lieu of flowers. ahpeters.com
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Memories and Condolences
for William Kraus
5 Entries
Bruce Lennon
September 23, 2018
condolences and prayers from our family...
Denise Lennon
September 22, 2018
Condolences to Bill's Family, and Brothers.
So, sorry to hear this. I will never forget his great heart , larger than life presence and especially how he stepped up as both family and friend for me when I was new to Grayling. Thank You, Bill❤
Denise Lennon
September 21, 2018
Bill and I were classmates in Grayling, class of 68. Had not seen him since graduaton, but he was a good guy always back then. Sincere condolences to his family and friends. So sorry for your loss.
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Memorial Events
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Sep
21
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
A.H. Peters Funeral Home - Grosse Pointe Woods20705 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
Sep
22
Memorial service
12:00 p.m.
A.H. Peters Funeral Home - Grosse Pointe Woods20705 Mack Avenue, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI 48236
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