Douglas Paul Kraus

Douglas Paul Kraus passed away on Monday, July 22, 2013 at the age of 71. Doug, as he is affectionately called, is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years Sharon Wilcox Kraus; his loving children Lisa Kraus McMorris and husband Tommy, Douglas Paul Kraus, Jr and wife Tara, David Paul Kraus and wife Cindy; his cherished grandsons Taylor and Eric Counce, Henry, Andrew, Ian, & Colin Kraus, and Dawson, Presley & Max Kraus; his brother Russell B. Kraus and wife Jeannie, his sister in law Margie M. Kraus, brother in law Melvin J. Wilcox, Jr. and wife Janice. Also, survived by nieces, nephew, cousins, relatives & friends. Doug is preceded in death by his parents Andrew Henry Kraus and Martha Ramsey Kraus and his brother Andrew H. Kraus, Jr.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a Memorial Service in the Chapel of MOTHE FUNERAL HOME, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 1:00 pm led by Pastor Mark Haymon. Parlors will be open from 11:00 am until funeral time. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Doug’s honor to the American Cancer Society, 2605 River Road, New Orleans, LA 70121 (504)469-0021. Interment will be at a later date. Family and friends may view & sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com .