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John Andrew Krauss

1948 - 2024

BORN

1948

DIED

2024

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J. Henry Stuhr West Ashley Chapel

3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway

Charleston, South Carolina

John Krauss Obituary

John Andrew Krauss HOLLYWOOD, SC - John Andrew Krauss, 76, of Hollywood, South Carolina, returned to God on December 6, 2024. Born on Johns Island, John "Jak" was the youngest of three children born to Howard Warren Krauss Senior and Electa Brown Krauss. Jak had a love for the water starting in childhood and, if he wasn't on his porch enjoying the sunset over the intercostal, you could find him on his boat, fishing with family and friends. Right by his side would be the love of his life, his wife, Judith "Jamie" Krauss. Jak was a proud Army Veteran of the 26 Engineers, serving his country in the Vietnam War. This entrepreneur was the true demonstration of a self-made man, proving that hard work leads to success. He was also a man of compassion, helping anyone that crossed his path. We are better people to have known him, but he has left a hole in our hearts that will be never filled. Jak is survived by his wife, Jamie, two daughters, Wendy and Kerri, and his son, John Jr. Jak is preceded in death by his parents, Howard and Electa and siblings, Howard Krauss Junior and Electa Hoyle. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Wounded Warrior Project -https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org. A Celebration of Life will be held February 22, 2025 at the Harbour Club at Westedge, 22 Westedge Street, Charleston, SC, 29403, at 11:00 am. A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Dec. 12 to Dec. 13, 2024.

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Sheryl Garrett

February 20, 2025

Our sincerest sympathy to all of Jaks' family, especially Jamie. We will treasure fond memories of fun times! Love to you and yours Ed and Sheree Garrett

Les edmonds

January 7, 2025

I'm so sorry to hear this, I have only known him for about 10 years and enjoyed everytime I saw or spoke to him. He would call me just to ask how me and my wife was doing. Condolences to the krauss family. Rip bud.

James Hughey

December 22, 2024

Please accept my sympathy and condolences to the whole family for your loss. I met Jak in the early 80"s when i worked at a service station in S,ville and we serviced vehicles for his brother's company. I always enjoyed seeing Jak when he stopped by, he will be remembered.

J.R. Hughey , Goose Creek, S.C.

Michael Amerson

December 11, 2024

I am deeply saddened by the loss of my good friend "Jack". It all happened far too quickly. Learning to live without him will be one of my greatest challenges.
Thankfully I have many wonderful memories of him to reflect on. Jack was ALWAYS in a good mood and upbeat! Such a pleasure to be around him!
He often lifted my spirits in unawares. My favorite talks with him were about cars, boats, motorcycles, and a little bit about work.
Jack, as long as I am alive on this earth, you will be too.
Sincerly, Michael Amerson

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22

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Harbour Club at Westedge

22 Westedge Street, Charleston, SC

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J. Henry Stuhr West Ashley Chapel

3360 Glenn McConnell Parkway, Charleston, SC 29414

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