Edward F. Krause

July 16, 1934 - August 8, 2019

Edward F. Krause, 85, of Hampshire passed away Thursday, August 8, 2019, at Avantara in Elgin. He was born July 16, 1934, in Chicago the son of Edward and Agnes (Reha) Krause. Ed married Rosemarie Furgiuele on October 3, 1964, in Oak Park and they made their home in Villa Park for 10 years before moving to Hampshire in 1974. Mr. Krause had worked as an electrician for many years before his retirement. With his wife Rosemarie, he volunteered with the Kane Co. 4H Club for many years. He was a member of St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in North Plato. Surviving is his daughter, Tracy Krause. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Rosemarie on June 19, 2019; and a sister, Martha Furgiuele. Memorial Services will be held at 12:30 PM Saturday, August 31, at Fredrick Funeral Home, 284 Park St. in Hampshire. Visitation is prior to services from 11:30 to 12:30 Saturday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Kane Co. 4H Club