Larry A. Kraatz

Holley: Larry A. Kraatz, age 71, passed away unexpectedly on March 2, 2025. He was born on March 30, 1953, in Medina to the late Arthur and Doris (Duchow) Kraatz. Larry grew up in Middleport until he met his wife and they built their family home in Orleans County. 

Larry was a great husband, father, uncle, great uncle, and a father figure to many who were graced by his presence. He was affectionately known to many as “Lar Bear”, especially close friends and family. He was funny and great with kids, and he would teach them things that they shouldn’t do. Larry worked for Bausch and Lomb as a maintenance electrician for many years. On his time off work, he would enjoy going to his cottage, watching Western and World War II movies, being a softball coach, and was a member of the Sacred Heart Club in Medina. He also loved tinkering on classic cars and had a Ford Model A he spent countless time on. Larry will be known for many things, but most of all how patient, kind, caring, and willing to help anyone. He lived for his family and being a provider for them. 

In addition to his parents, he was predeceased by his brother Clay Kraatz. 

Larry is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 40 years, Janine, daughters Taramarie Kraatz, Katie (Kyle) Kraatz-Fox, Felicia (Kyle) Kraatz-Lemcke; grandchildren, Brielle and Brayden; sister Melane (John) Shuttleworth; brother-in-law, James Gunn, as well as many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.

Larry’s family will receive friends at the Christopher Mitchell Funeral Home 16650 State Route 31 Holley, NY 14470 on Tuesday, March 25 from 1:00-2:00pm where his memorial service will follow at 2:00pm.

Memorial contributions in Larry’s name may be made to the American Heart Association PO Box 840692, Dallas, TX 75284-0692.

 To share a special memory of Larry, please visit www.mitchellfamilyfuneralhomes.com.