Karl A. Krause

Services for Karl A. Krause, 73, of Johnsburg, formerly of Palatine, will be held on Friday, September 23, 2016 at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1190 N. Hicks Road, Palatine.  A celebration of his life will begin with a visitation from 9:00 AM until a Memorial Service at 11:00 AM.  A fellowship lunch will follow.

Karl was born January 22, 1943 in Chicago and passed away on Thursday, September 15, 2016.  Karl was the beloved husband to Sharon G. (nee Grund) for 51 years; father of Laura (Joe) Iacullo and Kevin (Andrea); grandpa of Bobby & Carly Iacullo and Josh & Katrina Krause; brother of Herbert and the late Linda Krause; brother-in-law of Jim (the late Donna) Grund; as well as many wonderful nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends.

He was a University of Illinois alum and a systems engineer with IBM for more than 25 years.  Karl was an avid boater, photographer, stained glass artist, coach, friend, and Cub Fan who had a unique ability to create a special connection with all of those he came to know.  Family was always a priority to Karl.  Being deeply involved in his children and grandchildren’s lives brought him great joy.

In lieu of flowers, memorials will be appreciated to the American Cancer Society (www.cancer.org) or Prince of Peace Church (www.poppalatine.org).