John Robert Krause, 54, of Muhlenberg Twp., passed away Wednesday, February 19th in his home after a long battle with cancer with his loving family by his side.
He was the husband of Patti-Jo (Pearson) Krause, with whom he shared 24 years of marriage.
Born in Reading, he was the son of the late Robert Krause and Eva (Snyder) Tillman. His step-father, Thomas N. Tillman, survived him.
John had been employed as a production manager by Giorgio Foods in Blandon for 32 years, last working the end of November.
He was an avid Flyers fan and a loving father and husband.
Additional survivors include his children, Lindsay and Matt Krause; and his brother, Thomas K. Tillman.
He was predeceased by his son, Mark Krause.
A funeral service will be held Monday, February 24th at 1:30 p.m. at the Milkins Giles Funeral Home, Inc., 4914 Kutztown Rd., Temple, PA 19560 with Rev. Grant Wickert officiating.
Interment will follow in Laureldale Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until the time of service at the funeral home.
Contributions in John's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society, 498 Bellevue Ave., Laureldale, PA 19605.