

DAVID P. KRAUS age 58, died unexpectedly at home on April 19, 2017, leaving us too soon and very sad. Beloved father of Kelly Kraus of NY; dear brother of Alan (Bonnie) and the late Elden (Connie); cherished uncle of Sally (Paul) Arnold, Brian (Sarah), Daniel, Benjamin (Sara), Alexander and Ian Kraus; beloved companion of Patricia Colapietro; David leaves behind his dog, Daisy, that he adored. Special cousin to Keith (Kristen) Kraus, Karyl (Frank) Andosca, Kathy Lawrence, Kenneth (Terri) and extended family who David loved dearly. David touched many lives as a dedicated lawyer for those who are less privileged. He always fought hard for his clients. He was compassionate and a good friend. David had a wickedly sharp sense of humor that could make you laugh until you cried. He was a talented performer, musician and a difficult act to follow. Services will be held at BERKOWITZ-KUMIN-BOOKATZ MEMORIAL CHAPEL, 1985 S. TAYLOR RD., CLEVELAND HTS. on Sunday, April 23 at 2:30 PM. Interment Bet Olam Cemetery (Park Synagogue section). The family will receive friends SUNDAY FOLLOWING BURIAL UNTIL 8 PM AND MONDAY FROM 2–4 AND 6–8 PM at the residence of Keith and Kristen Kraus, 2928 Sherbrooke Valley Ct, Willoughby Hills. Contributions in David’s memory are suggested to the Legal Aid Society of Cleveland (https://lasclev.org), the Innocence Project (www.innocenceproject.org) or the Cleveland Animal Protective League (www.clevelandapl.org). To view this service at 2:30 PM Sunday please navigate to www.bitly.com/largechapel
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