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Michael Krause Obituary
Shawano -
Michael "Spike" Wayne Krause, 69, died unexpectedly on Friday May 3, 2019. He was born in Appleton on August 23, 1949, son of the late Wayne "Buzz" and Laura (Ruby) Krause. Mike married Patricia Vanden Elsen on October 25, 1969. They celebrated 43 years together before her death on November 20, 2012.
Mike served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked at St. Elizabeth Hospital, Appleton as their HVAC technician for over 23 years. Mike purchased Central Delivery Service from his father in 1984, and kept it a family business as his children and grandchildren still work and operate the business. In 1993, Mike and Pat moved to Washington Lake in Shawano. He still stayed active, serving as Treasurer of the Lake Registry. Mike enjoyed golfing, fishing, boating, cribbage and shaking dice with his family and many friends. His greatest enjoyment came from time spent with his family, especially his children and grandchildren.
Mike is survived by his three children, two sons: Brian (Shelly) and Tim (Cassie); and his daughter Michelle (Craig) Jones; six grandchildren: Tristen (Becca Stolp), Cody, Gavin, Dylan, Madison and Aidan; four sisters: Mary Marx, Patricia (David) Rudolf, Cathy (Peter) DeLuca and Theresa (Michael) Schmit; his brother Fred Krause; many nieces, nephews and countless friends.
Funeral service for Mike will be 6:00 PM on Saturday May 11, 2019 at VALLEY FUNERAL HOME with Rev. Mike Huff officiating. Visitation will be held at the funeral home on Saturday beginning at 4:00 PM until the time of service. Full military honors will follow.
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Dave (Red) Kettenhofen
June 12, 2019
Sorry to hear this. Just found out yesterday. Mike and I hung out together through high school and after. Played on softball teams together and even met up a couple times in Vietnam when we were both serving there. Hadn't seen him years but often thought of him and Pat.
william [bill] krause
May 14, 2019
sorry for your loss,used to
baby sit him back in the 50s,he was my 2nd cousin live across the street. his mom and dad were great people
May 12, 2019
Rest in peace
May 11, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to all at this difficult time.
So sorry for your loss.
Mary (Ciske ) Ver Voort
George Helbing
May 11, 2019
Remembering the fun we had as the Boiler Room Crew! God Bless you Michael and rest easy my friend.
George Helbing
Mary Ann Uhlenbrauck
May 8, 2019
Dear Family of Mike, So very sorry to have read the passing of Mike! Please accept my sincere sympathy in the loss of your dear father and brother, as, I am unable to pay my respects in person. Growing up together on the good old south side, we have many great fond memories. I also went to school with your dad and mom. May God's love surround you during this difficult time! Sincerely,
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