Obituary of Myrna Krauss

Myrna Krauss October 21-1936-September 3, 2013 76 years old Of Middletown and Monticello, New York Myrna Krauss, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 3, 2013 in the loving care of her son Kenneth. Myrna was born on October 21, 1936 in Brooklyn, New York the daughter of Harry Lopato and Fanny Krinovitz. On February 21, 1959, she married the love of her life Philip Krauss, who predeceased her in 2002. She was a long-time resident of Middletown, New York where she and her husband proudly raised their family. Myrna held many responsible positions throughout her career as a bookkeeper in both New York City and the Hudson Valley. Myrna retired to Monticello and became very active in the community.  She was President and former Treasurer of the Monticello Senior Citizens Club and Treasurer of the Prime Timers. She was also an active member of SLAC (The Senior Legislative Action Committee of Sullivan County) and the Garden Club. She was very proud of the help she provided to the community through her participation in these organizations and the positive impact it had on the whole area. In particular, she especially enjoyed baking her renowned Mandel Bread and Challah rolls for her groups and organizing their luncheons and trips. She is survived by her three children Kenneth (Lisa) Krauss, Janice (Michael) Brigante, and Carolyn (Steve) Brooks; her three grandchildren Emily, Jessica, and Michael; her sister, Roz Feldman; her niece and nephews; and her many dear friends. In addition to her husband, she is predeceased by her brother Phil Lopato and her sister Ruth Parker. Myrna greatly missed her circle of friends in Monticello whom she considered a second family. We will be eternally grateful for the love and support that her friends gave her. Funeral Services will be held on Sunday, September 8th, at 10:00 a.m. at the Joseph N. Garlick Funeral Home Inc., 388 Broadway, Monticello, New York. Burial will be in the Temple Sinai Cemetery Circleville, New York.