John Harris Krause

Clayton- John Harris Krause passed away on Friday January 21, 2022. John was born in Dallas Pennsylvania to the late William and Bertha Krause, one of eleven children. John was a retired Air Force veteran and was awarded the Bronze Star for his service. John was also a long-time member of the Masons currently active in the Selma NC Lodge. He was also a member of the American Legion post 71 of Clayton NC. Survivors include his wife of 67 years Nancy Cleave Krause: Daughters Donna Davis (Billy) of Garner, Darlene Krause of Clayton; Sons Dean Krause (Debbie) of Magnolia and Dennis Krause (Susan) of Castilia; Brother Keith Krause (Marie) of Florida: Grandchildren Brian Krause, Timothy Davis, Justin Krause, Jason Krause, Russell Davis and Ashley Mace. Great-Grandchildren; Dezmond, Riley, Haylie, Aubrey, Ayla, Reagan, Emery and Evelyn. After John retired, he moved his family to Wilmington NC and worked for Diamond Shamrock Petroleum plant for 23 years. When he retired from the plant within 3 months, he stated he was bored and started driving a School bus for New Hanover County for another 8 years. Finally at age 70 he retired for the 3rd time. John loved his family and enjoyed teaching his kids and grand-kids how to work on cars and woodworking. John and Nancy moved up to Selma in 2000 to be closer to 3 of his children and grandchildren. At this time due to Covid no services will be held. A private Family Celebration will be held in the coming weeks. John will be buried in Arlington National Cemetery when scheduling permits. In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford. 600 College St, Oxford NC 27565. Website mhc-oxford.org or you can call 1-919-693-5111.