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Alfred Krause Obituary

Alfred Lyle Krause, 75, passed from this life on Nov. 24, 2019, after a long, hard-fought battle with cancer.

Al "Lyle" was a proud Navy veteran and a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Born in Port Jervis, New York, to Kathryn Moyer Krause and Alfred C. Krause, he spent his young life in Pennsylvania, graduating from State College High School in 1962. He served on submarines (USS Clamagore and USS Robert E. Lee) from February 1963 to May 1966. After serving his country, he met and married his wife, Margaret Austin, with whom he spent 52 years. Al spent his working years as an electronics technician at companies like NCR, CBT, and Bank of New England. He retired from Gerber Technology in 2010. He spent most of his free time enjoying breakfast with friends, attending his grandchildren's sporting events, watching high school wrestling (especially Windham), and cheering on the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Penn State Nittany Lions. Al was a past Commander and Life Member of the VFW, Post 241, Tolland, and a member of the American Legion, Post 14, Rockville.

Along with his wife, he leaves his daughter, Karyn Kloter, her husband, Bruce, and their children, Ben, Owen, Luke and Emma of Ellington; and his daughter, Jennifer Forbes, her husband, Chris and their children, Kate, Abby, Reagan, and Ada, of North Haven. He was so proud of them all. Al also leaves his brother, Alyn (Gail); sisters and brothers-in-law; nieces, nephews; and many friends. He was predeceased by his sister, Carole.

The family wishes to thank the hospice teams at the VA and VNA for their compassionate care.

A casual gathering for family and friends will be held on Dec. 7, from noon to 4 p.m., at the Village at Minnechaug Clubhouse, 17 Fairway Crossing, Glastonbury. Guests are welcome to enjoy light refreshments and share written or spoken memories of Al. In honor of him, please turn off a light and don't keep the fridge door open too long.

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

Published by Journal Inquirer from Nov. 29 to Dec. 3, 2019.

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Joanne Eleiott

December 2, 2019

Dear Margaret, Karyn, & Family~ So sorry to hear of Al's passing. Thinking of you during this sad time. My love & Sympathy, Joanne

December 2, 2019

Margaret, Karen and Jenn, my condolences on the loss of a great husband and dad. He was such a nice man. You and your family will be in my prayers and thoughts over the coming weeks.
Lori (Banning) Smith

Marilyn Manchester

December 1, 2019

Dear Margaret, I am so sorry to read about Al's passing. He was a really nice man and what wonderful memories you have of him. Please know that I am thinking of you and your family. With sincere Sympathy and Love.

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