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COL. ALBERT H. KRAPF II, USA RET.

1934 - 2022

COL. ALBERT H. KRAPF II, USA RET. obituary, 1934-2022, Brookline, MA

BORN

1934

DIED

2022

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Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Concord

27 Bedford Street

Concord, Massachusetts

ALBERT KRAPF Obituary

KRAPF, Col. Albert H. II, USA, (Ret.) Age 87, of Carlisle, died Sunday, March 27, 2022 at Emerson Hospital following a period of declining health. Mr. Krapf was born in Boston on May 31, 1934 son of the late Henry F. and Elsie (Honeker) Krapf. Mr. Krapf, or "Bud" as he was affectionately known, graduated from Brookline High School as Class President in 1952 and from West Point Military Academy in 1957. As an Army Infantry Ranger, Mr. Krapf retired as Colonel after serving in combat as a helicopter and fixed-winged pilot, serving honorably in both the Vietnam and Korean Wars. He earned a B.S. at West Point, an M.A.T. from Harvard and C.A.G.S. from Northeastern University. He worked as a computer science teacher and administrator at Brookline High School and in the private sector for Wang and Prime Computer. His hobbies included gardening, bird-watching and building model airplanes with his grandchildren. Bud is survived by his devoted wife, Esther Krapf from Carlisle MA, as well as seven children and many loving grandchildren. Children Helena Giordano and husband, David Giordano from Carlisle MA, Holly Lemieux from Essex Junction VT, Susannah Lavallee from Epping, NH, Elisa Ross and husband Jonathan Ross, from Chicago, IL, Karen Behnia of Epping, NH, Henry Krapf of Cleveland, OH, and Jonathan Krapf of Derry, NH. Also survived by sister, Joyce K. Daley of Brookline, MA and half-brother, John Robinson from Walpole, MA. Relatives and friends will gather for Visiting Hours in the Dee Funeral Home, 27 Bedford Street, CONCORD CENTER on Sunday, April 3rd from 4 to 7 p.m. Bud's Funeral Service will be held at Carlisle Congregational Church, 147 School Street, Carlisle, MA on Monday, April 4th at 11 a.m. Burial with U.S. Army Military Honors will follow at Green Cemetery, Carlisle. For his online guestbook, please visit www.DeeFuneralHome.com Dee Funeral Home of Concord 978-369-2030 Caring for families since 1868

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Published by Boston Globe from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2022.

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Charles Berkowitz

March 5, 2024

Bud was featured in my film, "Achilles in Vietnam" and was so kind and considerate in telling me his story. I was honored by his presence and hold him in the highest regard for his service to our country. I'll alway remember him.

Amanda Rojas

March 28, 2023

It's been a year that our beloved "Bud" departure
and we always remember his "kindness and love"
Always showering everyone with flowers and gifts
Amanda & Esthela

Amanda Rojas

April 4, 2022

May You Rest In Peace
"Dearest Bud"
Your Love, Generosity and Faith
Will be treasured
Heart of Gold, will forever be remembered
Amanda & Esthela

Bob Erickson

April 1, 2022

Bud Krapf was a good friend....as the VSO ( Veterans´ Service Officer) of Watertown I developed a close, personal friendship with Bud when he lived in Watertown..he was truly a great man....his educational and military experience was exemplary....America owes a big thank you and debt of gratitude to this outstanding veteran....

Louise Barron

March 31, 2022

Thank you sir for serving our country. We honor you.

Chief Fisher & Members of CPD

March 31, 2022

Col. Kraph was a friend to all of us at the Carlisle Police Department. He loved to talk about his family, his service to our country, and we loved to listen. He was generous, friendly, and a true friend. We would like to offer our sincere condolences to his family.

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4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Dee Funeral Home & Cremation Service - Concord

27 Bedford Street, Concord, MA 01742

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Carlisle Congregational Church

147 School Street, Carlisle, MA

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