The Rev. Kathleen Kraft, 71, of Weston, formerly of Antigo, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2020. Kathleen was born June 5, 1948, in Shawano to the late Benjamin “Ben” O. and Eva M. (Hoppe) Kraft. She was a graduate of Bowler High School Class of 1966 and graduated from Wartburg Theological Seminary in Dubuque, Iowa. She was the pastor at Calvary Lutheran Church in Antigo for more than 20 years, where she was known as Pastor Kate.
Kathleen enjoyed helping others and all things in nature, especially taking pride in gardening and photography. She was named Woman of the Year.
Kathleen was survived by her sister, Bernice Bonebright, of Antigo; her sister-in-law, Crystal Kraft. of Wauwatosa; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
She was proceeded in death by her parents and one brother, Leslie Kraft Sr.
A funeral service was held for Kathleen at 11 a.m. Monday, March 2, 2020, at Peace Lutheran Church in Tilleda, with the Rev. Lois Graper officiating. Burial will be in spring in Peace Lutheran Cemetery. Visitation was held Monday at church from 9:30 a.m. until the time of service.
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Rev. Kathleen Kraft
