Fred Krause was born May 13, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. Fred spent the majority of his years in Chicago, Illinois working as a Roll Form designer and machine tool maker. Fred was a proud member of the United States Navy and served as a weather forecaster on San Clemente Island California during the Vietnam War. Fred was honorably discharged from the Navy in 1966. Fred was an avid flier and over the years was able to acquire and own a Piper Saratoga II Airplane. He was an excellent pilot, instrument rated with over 5000 hours of flight time. He enjoyed travel and leisure and traveled around the entire US and enjoyed a number of cruises in the Caribbean. He was quick to make friends and liked by many. He was a very charming and enduring person.
Fred was widowed and survived by his brother John and his family. He was an uncle to John’s son Michael. He was a great uncle to Alexander and Allison Krause. Fred was loved by many and he will be deeply missed.
A private service and graveside with military honors will be held for Fred at The National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona. Condolences may be expressed at www.whitneymurphyfuneralhome.com.
Gregory Smith
John, sorry for your loss. I always remember the time Freddie flew you guys in for the formula 1 race. Great weekend with lots of laughs and memories. Rest of the n peace Freddie
Cora Huckeba
I found an old 8×10 picture of my grandparent’s, Walter and Mabel Bruens. On the back was written “near Sedona, Arizona from Fred Krause 11-13-1964. Also written “Wagon Wheel at Eherenberg Cemetery.” Also written “Fred Klause Parker AZ Box 831. The old home- exhibition afternoon 120 fi…..” I can’t make out the last word. Is this a piece of history for you and your family? When I read the obituary, I realized they had met in Chicago, ILL.