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Richard James Kraetz, Sr.

4/2/2021

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Richard James Kraetz, Sr. of Skaneateles, NY, and a Navy veteran of World War II, passed away April 2, 2021. He was 94.  After surviving Covid-19 in December 2020, he could not quite fully recover and died peacefully surrounded by his family at the home of his son Rick and daughter-in-law Shelly.
Born in Buffalo, NY to William and Enid Kraetz, he is survived by his children, Pamela Odlum (Michael) of Skaneateles, NY and Long Island, Richard J. Kraetz, Jr. (Shelly) of Skaneateles, Suzan Sletteland (Erik) of Bedminster, NJ, and William R. Kraetz (Chrissy) of Derby, NY.  Grandchildren are Katherine Odlum Moye (Loren) and Emily Odlum Andrews (Kevin), James, Taylor (Katherine) and Kelsey Kraetz, Sam, Peter, and Ben Sletteland and Hannah and Mae Kraetz.  Great grandchildren are Andy (Emily & Kevin), and the twins, Alexandria and Augustus (Taylor & Katherine). He is predeceased by his wife of 63 years, Mary Lou Weil Kraetz, and his grandson, Andrew M. Odlum of Skaneateles, NY.
Richard attended Bennett High School and Nichols School in Buffalo, NY and Hobart College in Geneva, NY.  He lived in Buffalo and Rose Hill, Ontario, Canada for many years.  He was an avid dog lover with a particular fondness for Golden Retrievers. He owned and operated a Chevrolet dealership in Buffalo, and along with his wife owned the Shop for Pappagallo in Buffalo on Delaware Avenue for 28 years.  Richard retired to Venice, FL with his wife Mary Lou, and after 15 years they relocated to Skaneateles, NY.  For the last three years he was grateful to the assisted living staff at Camillus Ridge Terrace. He was very happy there and in his glory as a crooner and avid participant in nickel bingo.
Richard was a member and deacon at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Buffalo. For many years he was a volunteer at Roswell Park Hospital in Buffalo and, along with his wife, tended the Memorial Garden at Roswell.
Services are private.  Contributions may be made to Roswell Park Alliance Foundation Box 631 Buffalo, NY 14240. 
To send condolences visit: robertdgrayfuneralhome.com


4 Comments
Mary-Kay Foehl
4/5/2021 12:08:39 pm

Dear Rick, Shelly, Kelsey and family, so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.

The Foehl's

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Val and Bob Jerabeck
4/5/2021 03:32:20 pm

We were very sorry to hear of your father’s passing. Please accept our heartfelt sympathy and condolences.

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Trudy and Stuart
4/16/2021 12:41:25 pm

Rick and Shelly, We are saddened to hear of the loss of your father Rick. Please know we are holding your family in our hearts and lifting you all in prayer. Much love to you both.

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Mary Pat Hurley Begley
4/17/2021 04:43:35 am

Pam, Rick, Suzie and Billy,

I was so sorry to read of your father’s passing. He was a man who did much for many. Long after your family moved from Rose Hill, countless beach walkers still marveled at the model lighthouse he built on the beach. May he Rest In Peace. Mary Pat Hurley Begley, Cross Lake

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