Gary’s most precious memories were those spent with his family and loved ones. He was a devoted and dedicated family man. Gary married the love of his life, Terrie Cange, on July 14, 1972. This beautiful union brought 3 children, Melissa, Brandon, and Jennifer.
Gary received his Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from Saint Louis University and his Master’s Degree in Business & Finance from Washington University. He taught accounting classes at various colleges in the St Louis Metropolitan area such as, Meramec, Lindenwood, Washington University, and Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. Gary was a member of the AICPA and the Illinois Certified Public Accounting Society. Most locals from the Belleville will remember Gary serving the community in finance at his business “Gary Krauss CPA” for over 45 years.
His favorite pastime, like much of ours, was the St Louis Cardinals. He was an avid fan of the baseball team. Gary even had the pleasure of volunteering at Busch Stadium with his wife and has a brick dedicated in his name at the stadium. He also enjoyed football and playing tennis. He was a loving husband, father, and friend. He will truly be missed by all who knew and loved him.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Laverna (nee Obst) Krauss.
Surviving him, are, his loving wife of 46 years, Terrie Krauss, his children: Melissa (Chris) Rohman, Brandon (Cassie) Krauss, and Jennifer Krauss, grandsons: Ethan and Colton Krauss, his brother, Bob (Marilyn) Krauss, and a number of dear relatives and friends.
In error the obituary that was ran on 11/7/2018 in the Belleville News Democrat stated that Gary was preceded in death by his brother Bob Krauss, who is married to Marilyn Krauss, both long time residents and pillars of their community in Belleville, IL. On behalf of the staff at Lake View Funeral Home, we would like to extend our sincere apologies to all parties involved and are working diligently to correct the matter.
In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make a charitable contribution in Gary's name may do so by donating to the American Cancer Society and/or the American Heart Association. Additional condolences and memorials can made online at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com
Visitation: Family and friends may visit from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm, Thursday, November 8, 2018 at Lake View Funeral Home, located at 5000 N Illinois Street, Fairview Heights, IL 62208.
Funeral Service: Funeral Services will be held immediately following visitation at 1:00 pm. Burial to take place privately at Lake View Memorial Gardens Cemetery, Fairview Heights Illinois.
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