Cecelia M. Kraft

Cecelia M. Kraft obituary, Willoughby, OH

Cecelia M. Kraft

Cecelia Kraft Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Jeff Monreal Funeral Home - Willoughby on Jan. 16, 2025.

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Cecelia M. Kraft (nee Hess), age 96 of Willowick, passed away January 14th, 2025 at home surrounded by her family. She was born August 19th, 1928 in Cleveland to the late Victor and Marie Hess.
Cecelia enjoyed going to the casino, yardwork and she was a fantastic cook. She was very generous to all who knew her and she loved spending time with her family.
Cecelia was the loving wife of the late Daniel Kraft Sr.; beloved mother of Kathleen (Charles) Estrada, Linda Hamilton, Daniel (Wendy) Kraft Jr. and the late Susan Kraft; cherished grandmother of Carmen (Joyce) Cardillo, Emily Estrada, Brenda Vazquez, Sarah Rinear, Arnie (Amy) Hamilton, Jennifer (Greg) Zilke, Kimberly Hamilton, Casey (Alison-fiancée) Kraft and the late Scotty Rinear; great grandmother of many; dearest sister of eight siblings; aunt to many nieces and nephews.
A private burial will be held at All Souls Cemetery in Chardon Twp.
Donations can be made in Cecelia's name to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital www.stjude.org
Arrangements have been entrusted to Jeff Monreal Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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Jeff Monreal Funeral Home - Willoughby

38001 Euclid Ave, Willoughby, OH 44094

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