John Krott

(Asbury Park Press)

JOHN KROTT
AGE: 83 POINT PLEASANT
John Krott, 83, of Point Pleasant, formerly of Spring Lake Heights, died on November 27, 2009 at the Ocean Medical Center in Brick. Born in Brooklyn, NY, he was raised on the farm across from the Allarie State Park before moving to Freehold. Mr. Krott served with the U.S. Navy on a number of ships during World War II, including the division that made up the second wave of military personal landing at Normandy. During his service time Mr. Krott received the American Theater Medal, the Victory Medal, the European Theater Medal, the Asiatic Pacific Medal with one star, and the Philippine Liberation Ribbon. Following his discharge from the Navy he was employed as an assembly line worker with Mack Truck of Plainfield for many years, following the closing of the plant, Mr. Krott was employed with Bell Laboratories of Holmdel as a water treatment operator until his retirement.
Predeceased by his parents Wasil and Mary Krott his beloved wife Marion Krott in 2005, and his sister Stephanie Furcillo. Mr. Krott is survived by his loving children Luanne M. Stout and her husband George of Brick, Robert Krott and his wife Lisa of Bayville, and Ronald Krott and his wife Nancy of Bayville. His Cherished grandchildren Bradford A Krott, Duane Krott and his wife Hope, Gregory M, and Alissa Krott, George Stout, Danielle and Kimberly Brickel. Mr. Krott is also survived by his very special great grandchildren Kyle, Shane, Jasmyn, and Maiya, and his dear friend Anita Dorey. Mr. Krott is also survived by his sisters and brother Olga Udeatzky and her husband Mike of Elon, NC, Helen Megill of Hobe Sound, FL, and William Krott and his wife Beverly of Wall.
Visitation will be held on Monday 2-4 & 7-9 pm at the Johnson McGinley Funeral Home 2652 Highway 138 Wall, at the entrance to Rt. 18 north. On Tuesday at 10:30 am funeral services will be offered at the funeral home, followed by burial with Military Honors at the Atlantic View Cemetery in Manasquan. In Lieu of flowers donations in memory of Mr. Krott can be made to The St. Jude Memorial Program 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105-1942. For directions or to send a message of condolence to the family visit our website www.johnsonmcginleyfuneralhome.com.