Mark Kraska Obituary
Mark A. Kraska, age 69 of Shaker Hts., OH. Loving husband of Barbara J. Kraska (nee Hawekotte); dear father of Thomas K. Kraska; dear brother of Robert Kraska (Jane) of Westerville, OH and the late Barbara Ann Horrisberger (Phillip) and Andrew Kraska (Deborah); dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. The family prefers that those who wish may make contributions in his name to Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 12601 Shaker Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120 or to The Cleveland Orchestra (www.clevelandorchestra.com/donate).
A celebration of Mark’s life will be held at a date and time to be determined.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
17022 Chagrin Blvd., Cleveland, OH 44120
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