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Hans KRAUSS Obituary
Hans Krauss passed away on November 23, 2024, in Spokane Valley. He is survived by his wife, Kathryn; sons, John and Erik; grandson, Spencer; and several cousins in Germany. He was born in Staten Island, NY in 1930 and graduated from New Dorp High School in 1947. He managed the family dairy farm in upstate New York and received a degree from SUNY Delhi in 1950. He volunteered for the draft in 1954 and served as a Staff Sergeant and Jungle Expert in the U.S. Army 33rd Infantry regiment stationed in Panama. After receiving an honorable discharge, he attended Cornell University, receiving a B.S. degree in Agronomy in 1959. He married Kathryn Howard in Springfield, MA in 1960. Hans enjoyed a distinguished 30-year career in the Soil Conservation Service (USDA) working in Ritzville, Odessa, Warden, Raymond, and Spokane, Washington. He enjoyed numerous hobbies and activities during his life including photography, clock repair, 3-D photography, bird watching with Kathryn, and mountain climbing. He was especially proud of summiting Mt. Rainier in 1972. There will not be a memorial service at Hans's request.
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Robert Geroux
July 11, 2025
Condolences to the Krauss family. I am so sorry to hear about Hans' passing. He lived a very full life, and I will always remember his insight and hospitality. I learned a lot from him.
Marna Juarez
January 24, 2025
Katie we are so very sorry to hear of the passing of Hans. May God bless you and your family at this difficult time. Take care,
Bob and Marna Juarez
Mike VanMatre
December 16, 2024
Eric, I remember your dad well but did not know of all the things he accomplished in his long and successful life. My wife Gayle and I send our sincere condolences to you and your family. I hope you are doing well.
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