[Lnc-business] Robert Kraus's mother passed away

[Wes Benedict]

Robert Kraus's mother passed away yesterday morning. Below is a note 
Robert sent to some of his friends which I'm forwarding with permission.

Wes Benedict, Executive Director
Libertarian National Committee, Inc.
*New address: 1444 Duke St., Alexandria, VA 22314*
(202) 333-0008 ext. 232, wes.benedict at lp.org
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Dear Friends,

I am very sad to tell you about the passing of my Mom (Leona Kraus) this 
am. Despite some health issues of late which she managed well, it was 
sudden and unexpected but she at least went peacefully in her sleep and 
did not suffer. My Dad went to check on her and wake her up shortly 
before my brother (Larry) and I showed up for lunch today and she was 
already gone.

My Mom was the kind of person who made friends with anyone willing to 
lend her an ear. She was non judgmental and loved chocolate, especially 
truffles, which I always gave her sometimes for no occasion at all. She 
may have had little appetite of late for food but always made room for 
dessert! Anything chocolate would do. Did I mentioned she really loved 
chocolate?

I am so glad she got the chance to know Larissa (who always looked 
forward to visiting on Sundays) and that Mom and Dad had such a great 
cruise together returning just a week ago. Larissa and I were very happy 
we could meet them for lunch in St. Thomas since both our cruises were 
there at the same time.

Finally she put up with all the Kraus men in her life with little 
complaint…. OK we are a hand full (and a little nutty) so perhaps she 
complained a tiny bit but always managed to have good humor about it.

For those who are interested in the arrangements here are the details:

A short family funeral will be at 10 am Fri 01/30 at Anshe Emet 
Synagogue 3751 N Broadway, Chicago, Il 60613

Shiva is Sat 6pm at Suzanne Glink, 25 E Superior St Apt 3502, Chicago, 
IL 60611

I am really going to miss Mom’s genuinely happy disposition, when she 
would give an eye roll to my Dad when he tells a bad joke or acts upset 
for some crazy reason, and of course not being able to give her 
chocolates for valentines (would it be OK for me to leave some in her 
coffin – shhh don’t tell the Rabbi – I don’t think that’s Kosher).

I am thinking of having a little memorial party with chocolate desserts 
at my house in honor of Mom in the next couple months and will send out 
information then.

Thanks for all your thoughts!

Robert

PS – In place of flowers a gift to the Little Theatre of Alexandria VA 
would be appreciated. She loved all the shows there (especially the ones 
I was in or produced)!



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