David Gene Kraft

David Gene Kraft was born on February 19, 1947, in Wichita, Kansas to Junior Elmer Kraft and Naomi Ruth Kraft. David was primarily raised in Augusta, Kansas where he enjoyed working on the farm and rebuilding cars.

While living in Perkins, Oklahoma with his brother Mark, David met his first wife, Cindy, while attending church in Stillwater, Oklahoma. They were married on February 27, 1971. On August 29th, 1978, David and Cindy welcomed Cameo Kraft into the world. In their early years as a family, David devoted his life to religion, moving to Trenton, New Jersey, where he built churches for nearly a decade around the area and neighboring states. 

David started multiple businesses in his life, including Kraft Plumbing, Kraft Electrical, and Kraft Heat &  Air. In his later life he served as the mayor of Jennings, Oklahoma from 2011 - 2013 before taking office as the Jennings City Clerk from 2013 - 2025. David married Iris Kraft on June 13, 2001. He welcomed two stepdaughters, 6 grandchildren, and one great grandchild into his life. David and Iris moved to Cleveland, Oklahoma in 2002, staying a few short years before ultimately moving to Jennings in 2005. Davids extensive knowledge of construction assisted him in building and remodeling several homes over the years with the help of his friends, loved ones, and ultimately his wife.

He undertook many great challenges in his life to ensure that Iris was comfortable; His love for Iris is unmeasurable. Often you would find him putting her needs high above his own, even when it came to his health. He always went to great lengths to make his marriage a great one. David would often be described as Caring, Selfless, and always willing to lend a hand, if able. Very seldom would you find him asking much from others.

David was a proud Christian, being very active in his church community. He found joy in talking about and studying the bible, and much more joy in teaching it to others. Once he couldn't preach anymore; he taught Sunday school and led the bible study. David loved cooking, especially for his family on the holidays. He took advantage of every opportunity to bring his family together, more so in his later life.

David is survived by his wife Iris, three daughters Cameo Kraft, Melissa Hopper, and Sheila Hopper; six grandchildren Randi and Austin Pendergrass, Dakoda "Lane" and Daniel Hopper, Rachel Weaver and Brandon "Rowdy" Devon; one great grandchild Karter Ward. David is preceded in death by Father Junior Kraft, Mother Naomi Kraft, two brothers Mark Kraft and John Kraft.