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Heather Kraus Obituary

Heather Kraus

Concord , NH - Heather, M. Kraus, age 55, of Thorndike Street passed away after a courageous battle with cancer at Concord Hospital on July 7, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.

She was born in Attleboro, MA the daughter of the late Armand L. St. Jean and Carol (McBride) St. Jean of Concord. She was a graduate of Londonderry High School and received her bachelor's degree in Zoology from UNH.

Heather worked as an analyst for Lincoln Financial for many years.

She loved skiing, sewing, baking, traveling and watching baseball.

In addition to her mother, she is survived by her husband of 24 years, Brian Kraus and their 2 sons, Matthew and Samuel Kraus of Concord; her 2 sisters, Kristen Oberdank and her husband Jeff of Allenstown, and Melanie Gilbert and her husband Jeff of Deerfield; her nephew, Justin Gilbert and her nephew and godson, Adam Gilbert, both of Deerfield; as well as numerous Aunts, Uncles and Cousins.

Visiting hours will be held on Monday, July 14th from 4 to 7 PM at the Waters Funeral Home, 50 South Main Street, Concord.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Pope Memorial SPCA, 94 Silk Farm Road, Concord, NH 03301.

To plant trees in memory, please visit theĀ Sympathy Store.

Published by Concord Monitor on Jul. 10, 2025.

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Diane Fournier

July 16, 2025

Brian - I was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Heather. Please accept my heartfelt condolences during this incredibly difficult time.

Though words may offer little comfort, I hope you find strength in the love and support of those around you, and in the memories you shared together.

You and your family are in my thoughts.

Diane

Diane Wright

July 10, 2025

My sincerest condolences and love being sent to you, my cousins, for such a great loss. Love and hugs Diane

Shana

July 10, 2025

Very sad to see. We used to live next door when our kids were little and my daughter played with Matthew and Sam. My thoughts and prayers to Brian and the boys. May she rest in peace.

Cindy Murray

July 9, 2025

Heather will be greatly missed. She was an amazing person; full of so much love. Wow, was I lucky to marry into the family and to be part of her life! I will miss her so much. She will forever hold a special place in my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

Suzie Priest

July 9, 2025

So many great memories! I waited with great anticipation for her to come into this world. She was the most beautiful babygirl I had ever seen with her big blue eyes and long eyelashes! She was there when I needed her.

Kathleen Henrickson

July 9, 2025

We will always remember days at camp with Heather“s bravura, and especially her wonderful smile. We are all diminished by her loss......

Melanie Gilbert

July 9, 2025

Thank you for being such a bright light in the world, I love you so much.

The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home

July 10, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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