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Stephen William Kraft, 68

September 20, 2019

It is with great sadness that the family of Stephen William Kraft, 68, announce his passing on Friday, September 20, 2019. Stephen was born November 28, 1950 in York, PA to the late Chauncey E. and Katherine Rauscher Kraft.

He was employed by H&S Industrial in Manheim, PA for 41 years. He recently retired in June 2019. He enjoyed football, baseball, surf fishing, and hanging out with friends. Steve always had a quip or a joke for anyone who would listen. He brought love and laughter to us all.

He is survived by his wife of 44 years, “Micky” Kraft, and daughter, Joline who is married to Timothy Duncan of Baltimore; three granddaughters, Alexandria Marie Unangst, Mikayla Stevana Kraft, and Doriannon Echo Hugar; twelve brothers and sisters: Chauncey “Spike” (Cathy) Kraft, Jr., Michael (Kay) Kraft, Ronald (Cathy) Kraft, Donald Kraft, William (Tracy) Kraft, David (Susan) Kraft, Robert “Bud” Kraft, Cathy Kraft, Lisa (Bob) Hanks, Sandra Kraft, Tina Kraft, all of York, PA and Patrick Fini (Joy) Kraft of Hilton Head, SC.

Memorial Contributions may be made in Stephen’s honor to the American Lung Association www.lung.org or to Bright Side Baptist Church.

A Memorial Service will be held at 11 AM on Saturday, October 19, 2019 at Bright Side Baptist Church, 515 Hershey Avenue, Lancaster, PA 17603. Arrangements entrusted to Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Crematory, 3110 Lititz Pike, Lititz, PA 17543. 717-560-5100

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Condolences to the Family

October 09, 2019

With deepest sympathy.  We always enjoyed working with Steve at H&S prior to our retirements.  He had a great sense of humor and applied it each day at work.
Sincerely,
Pat White & John Geltmacher

October 08, 2019

Dear Micky, Diane shared with me the sad news about your husband. I remember meeting him when he came to one of the LCWRT meetings. I’m truly sorry for your loss. My prayers for you and your family. Sallie

October 04, 2019

Rest In Peace. 

October 04, 2019

Spike and I send our prayers to the rest of the family. RIP my dear friend Steve you will be missed.

October 03, 2019

Micky,
I was so saddened to receive your call and hear that Steve passed away.
Always remember that those we hold closet to our hearts never truly leave us.  They live on in the kindness they have shared and the love they brought into our lives. 
If you need anything please know I’m here.
My Condolences,
Sasha

Services
Saturday, October 19, 2019
11:00 AM
Bright Side Baptist Church
515 Hershey Avenue
Lancaster, PA
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