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Joseph Kraft Obituary
We deeply regret the passing of Joseph M. Kraft of Ocean Grove, NJ on July 28, 2022. Joe was born in Orange, NJ, to Albert Conrad Kraft and Mary Donovan. He is survived by x-wife Elizabeth, sons Michael and Peter, grandchildren Sean, Summer, Charle, Maxent, Tristan, great grandchildren Raelyn, Skylee, Troy. And x-wife Reverend Janet Broderick, son James Conrad and daughter Hannah Marie. Joe graduated Xavier High School NYC 1951, Georgetown 1954 and Columbia Law 1957. He was an attorney; accepted to the bar in NY, NJ and Fla. Joe lived his life in NJ and NY, he loved sailing, playing the piano and playing bridge. His 'glass half full' mentality and many stories always left those around him with a smile on their faces. Funeral services will be held at Trinity Episcopal Church, 503 Asbury Ave. Asbury Park, NJ August 5, 11am.
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Jennie Meares
August 19, 2022
Sending love to all who knew and loved Joe. I will miss our calls, in which we´d share a laugh or two, some current or family events, and then a slice of our shared family history. His heart, humor, and amazing recall were only part of what made him such a family treasure.
Kelly Horan
August 3, 2022
Peter and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Such a wonderful tribute to your father here, he was an accomplished man of many talents.
Glenda De Souza
August 2, 2022
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Mike & Kathy Kraft
August 1, 2022
Miss you dad ! Try not to tell God what to do LOL !
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