William Albert Kraft Sr.

June 22, 1934 - May 16, 2025 (90 years old)

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William Albert Kraft Sr.

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June 22, 1934 - May 16, 2025 (90 years old)

Buffalo, New York

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William Albert Kraft Sr. Obituary

Name: Mass of Christian Burial
Start: 2025-05-21T13:30:00
End: 2025-05-21T13:30:00
Location: St. John the Baptist Church

The passing of William Albert Kraft Sr. (Buffalo, New York) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 16, 2025 at the age of 90. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his daughter-in-law Jacqueline Kraft; his brother Robert Kraft; and his siblings-in-law, John (Margaret), Charles (Barbara), Michael (Grace), Thomas, Laurence, Constance Berg (Dennis), Mary Jo Duggan, Jim Decker and William Baker.

He is survived by: his wife Patrica Kraft; his children, William A. Kraft Jr. (Gail), Michael (Jennifer Piett), Paul (Mary Beth), Ann Marie Ziske (Robert), Mary Patricia Savoy and Thomas Kraft (Kerry); and his siblings-in-law, Joyce Duggan, Nancy Duggan, Terry Decker and Judith Baker. He is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews and friends.

If Memorials desired, they may be made in Bill's memory to Our Lady of Victory Basilica Dome Repair Fund (olvcharities.org).

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May 18, 2025

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May 18, 2025

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“Dear The Ziske Family, Our deepest condolences on the passing of your father and grandfather. May his soul be at peace with our Heavenly Father. You are in our loving thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.”

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St. John the Baptist Church
1085 Englewood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223

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