William Henry Kraper

June 06, 1936 ~ October 05, 2024

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William (Bill) Henry Kraper, 88, passed away October 5, 2024, in Vero Beach, FL. Bill honorably served as a Pilot in the US Navy for 20 years. He flew P2 Aircraft off the USS Shangri la, serving 2 tours in Vietnam. He was also a Flight Training Instructor in Coronado, CA. When anyone thanked him for his service, he would reply: “Best 20 years of my life.”

Born in Beloit, Kansas, he ultimately resided in Vienna, VA. Following his military retirement in 1976, Bill launched a second career in Marketing for AAI Corporation, a Defense Contractor in Baltimore, MD. He became a resident of Vero Beach, FL in 2017.

Bill was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Sharon (Ferritor) his parents and siblings, Carolyn Garbett and Ken Kraper. He is survived by his brother, Chuck Kraper of Silverhill, AL, his wife of 15 years, Kathleen (Jordan), his son Don and daughter Michele (Joe) Charvat, grandchildren Tony Hall & Courtney Kraper. Bill’s bonus family include Scott Jordan, Curt & Kelly Jordan, their daughters Molly, Emily (Sean) Glover, and Gabrielle (Matt) Beitler.

Financial contributions in memory of Bill can be made to VNA Hospice Foundation, 920 37^th Place, Suite 101, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Arrangements are under the direction of Millennium Cremation Service. Condolences may be shared online at http://www.millenniumcremationservice.com.

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Daniel Cush SR

November 4, 2024, 12:44 am

Via con Dios Shipmate
VP4 59-60 crew 3, AT 2

Larry Cross

November 15, 2024, 9:13 pm

They say some people brighten our lives by their presence and others brighten our lives by their absence. Bill definitely brightened by life by his presence and he will be sorely missed. Condolences to Kathy, a very special lady.

Gordon Roberts

November 20, 2024, 5:06 pm

Fair winds and following seas, old friend and VP-4 squadron mate.

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