Brian Todd Kraus

BRIAN TODD KRAUS

February 3, 1964 – August 15, 2025

ELKHART, IN- Brian Todd Kraus, 61, of Elkhart, passed away Friday August 15, 2025, at his residence.  He was born February 3, 1964, in Sterling, Illinois to Jerry & Donna Joann Bowman.

     Surviving is his father Jerry Kraus; 3 children, Arianna “Jo” Kraus, Tiara Kraus (Christian), Patrick Fischer (Isabel); 4 grandchildren, Mica, Luna , Aurora, Liam; siblings, Bo Bowman, Elliott Kraus (Joyi); niece, Leahana Kraus; nephew, Devon Kraus; Great Aunt Sue and Uncle Jim and cousins, Jeff and Melissa Martin.  Also surviving are his beloved furry friends, Penelope and Bruce. He was preceded in death by his mother Donna Joann Bowman, his wife Jackie, and a sister Dana Kraus.

     Brian served in the United State Army and was honorably discharged.  He enjoyed fishing, drinking coffee, crafting leather and woodworking.  Brian was an avid Green Bay Packer fan and a Chicago Cubs fan.

     Cremation will take place and a celebration of life gathering will be held on Friday, September 19, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at 30643 Karen Ave, Elkhart, Indiana 46514.  Zimmerman-Clouse Funeral Home (formerly Waterman-Westbrook-Clouse Funeral Home) is entrusted with his care.

     Memorial contributions may be given to the Parkinson’s Foundation, Donor Relations, 200 SE 1st Street, Suite 800, Miami, FL 33131-1909. 

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