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Catherine Kraus Obituary
Kraus, Catherine 90, (nee Capraro), beloved wife of Herb, loving mother of Claudia (Robert) Piper and step-mother of Gale (John) Reinitz, adored grandmother of Eliana and Julia and step-grandmother of Mari and Ryan, dear sister of Aida (the late Jerry) Nocito and the late Carmella Kinnan. Services Friday, 10 a.m. at Weinstein Funeral Home Devon Chapel, 1300 W. Devon Ave., Chicago. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, Hammond, IN. Visitation Thursday evening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the chapel. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Disease Association, 225 N. Michigan Ave., 17th Floor, Chicago, IL, 60601. For information 773-761-2400. 
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Gillian Devane
September 6, 2007
Dear Herb,
So sorry to hear of your loss. You and Catherine were such wonderful, helpful and caring people in our support group. I will not forget. My love and prayers are with you. Gillian
Joe and Jean Giliberto
August 25, 2007
Dear Herb,
Jean and I are sorry for your daughters' and your loss. The world is a smaller place with Catherine's passing. She shined her light for everyone to see, and left her mark in the "Helping Others Ledger."
Call us if you need anything. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ginnie Judd and Gerrit Faber
August 23, 2007
Dear Herb,
Gerrit and I are so sorry for your loss. We remember meeting Catherine at several group gatherings, and she was always so kind and dear. We are keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Love, Ginnie
Les and Barbara Dennis
August 23, 2007
Dear Herb,
I remember the first panel that Les and I were on with you and Catherine. We all were talking about Alzheimer's Disease and the MD's listening were getting Continuing Education credit for listening to us--isn't that amazing? Catherine let an incredible life and you kept her going and doing interesting things much longer than many folks. You will miss her but you can take comfort in the fact that you did everything you could for her.
Our hearts and affection are with you and your family.
Love from Les and Barbara Dennis
Joan Lucas
August 23, 2007
To our dear friend, Herb. Bernie and I wish you strength at this time. We are unable to be in Chicago, but our hearts, thoughts and love are with you. Our condolences to your daughters.
Joan Lucas, Tucson, AZ
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