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Harry Kranson Obituary
Born in Lithuania, he was the son of the late Hyman and Rachel Pikarsky Kranson and was a graduate of Coughlin High School, Class of 1936.
Harry served in the U.S. Army during World War II and was co-owner of Kranson Clothes, prior to his retirement.
Mr. Kranson was a member of Congregation Ohav Zedek, the Jewish Community Center, both of Wilkes-Barre, the American War Veterans, Disabled American Veterans, Jewish War Veterans and other civic and religious organizations.
Harry was preceded by his loving wife, Lucille Weingarten Kranson, and siblings, Paul Kranson, Sarah Vilensky, Doris Suss and Vivian Kranson.
Mr. Kranson is survived by sons, Stuart and his wife, Shelli, Bensalem; and Jerry and his wife, Annette, Fair Lawn, N.J.; six grandchildren, Adam, David, Rachel, Donny, Karen and Lauren; six great-grandchildren, Madison, Audrey, Sasha, Ezra, Lily and Aiden; brother, Sol Kranson and his wife, Jackie, Wilkes-Barre; and many nieces and nephews.
The funeral service will be held at noon Tuesday at Rosenberg Funeral Chapel, 348 S. River St., Wilkes-Barre, with Rabbi Raphael Nemetsky officiating. Interment will follow in Ohav Zedek Cemetery, Hanover Township. Shiva will be observed in Fairlawn, N.J.
Memorial contributions may be made to charity of donor's choice.
Condolences may be sent by visiting Harry's obituary at www.rosenbergfuneralchapel.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Harry Kranson
March 6, 2012
Our condolences to the Kranson Family
Christine Dunne
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Donnie Berman
February 28, 2012
Jerry & Stuart, So sorry to hear this. Your parents and mine were pioneers with the UHI Institute, and our parents spent many hours and years together. Your dad was a good bowler in the JCC league. Jerry, you and I went to school in the same class for 12 years, from grade school through graduating Meyers, and our birthdays are three days apart (same year). We skipped first grade together and moved onto second grade. Remember so well your house on Miner Street. Sincere condolences to you at this time.
YVONNE STINE
February 28, 2012
KRANSON FAMILY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I GREW UP NEXT TO YOUR STORE ON MUNDY STREET. MY GRANDFATHER ROBERT ROSE USED TO CLEAN THE STORE.
Neil Donnelly
February 28, 2012
My condolences on behalf of all the families of Luzerne County and environs. The Kransons were a part of all of our lives. Great personalities, courteous, and gracious!! May the lord bless him and all his family.
February 28, 2012
Our sympathys to your family. we have been friends and customers for 60 yrs. may you rest in peace. Biagio Dente family pittston and fla.
ANDY MAMARY
February 28, 2012
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY, HE WAS A GREAT GUY
Tom Beline & Family
February 28, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Len Casterline
February 28, 2012
For many years i bought my clothes at Kranson's and was extremely pleased. The brothers always were gentlemen and treated everyone well. sincere regrets.
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