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YORKTOWN, VA - Robert Harold Krause, 65, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2019. Bob was born in Montgomery, Alabama, but grew up in Pemberton, NJ. He served our country as an officer in the U.S. Air Force for 28 years, retiring as a Lt. Col. After retiring, he continued to work for the Air Force as a civilian at Langley Air Force Base. He had been a Yorktown resident since 1993 and a member of Resurrection Lutheran Church and School. Bob was an eternal optimist, as evidenced by his life-long support of the Philadelphia Phillies, and he never met a stranger.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 36 years, Gloria Jean Krause; his parents, Harold and Irene; and his brother, Roger. He is survived by his son, Jonathan Krause of Amelia; his daughter, Caroline Krause Hundley (Bryan) of Chesapeake; grandsons, Brandon and Lucas; his sister, Diane Costello (David) of Beverly, NJ; his nephew, Paul (Heidi); and nieces, Amy, Katie, Julie, and Emily.
A celebration of life service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, June 22 at Resurrection Luteran Church and School. The family will receive friends at a reception following the service in the church social hall. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Resurrection Lutheran Church and School, 765 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Newport News, VA 23601. Arrangements by Amory Funeral Home, Grafton, VA.
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Darlynn
June 13, 2024
May he continue to rest in peace with his sweetheart Gloria. They both are remembered so very fondly and and always will be. Love Darlynn Lyons
Darlynn Lyons
July 14, 2019
To Jonathan and Caroline, I was saddened and shocked to hear of the passing of your father Bob, it just broke my heart. I began seeing Bob at the Lutheran Church where I donated blood and began looking forward to hearing all the updates and milestones of his grandson and their "dates" to reading groups and such. There was no mistaking the love he had for that little guy and his whole face and heart would light up each time he'd talk of him. I also enjoyed hearing about the neighborhood walking group he joined. I hope you know how I loved your mom through the years and how hard it was for me to leave her care, seeing Bob from time to time allowed me to continue that connection. Both your parents are forever remembered and held fondly in my heart. My deepest condolences to you both.
Katricia Woods
June 21, 2019
To the Krause Children,
I am sadden to hear of the passing of your father. Your father was one of my supervisors at Langley AFB and later on a coworker and friend. I could always count on receiving a Christmas card filled with pictures of the family and an update on what was going on in your lives. Bob Krause was a caring person who also had a smile. There are so many memories I have of the times while working at Langley. When your mother was not receiving treatment she made cheesecakes for my family at Thanksgiving. May your memories bring you comfort during the days to come and God give you peace.
Sherry Colden
June 21, 2019
My condolences to Bob as his family. I worked with Bob and must say he always had a commanding presence. I will always remember him.
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