It is with broken hearts that we announce the sudden passing of Hans Werner Krahl, 85, of Cap-Bimet on Saturday May 4th, 2024. Hans was born in 1938 in Burg By Magdeburg, East Germany, he was the son of the late Werner and Hanna (Laue) Krahl.
Hans was a high voltage electrician and worked as a foreman for ABB (formerly BBC) electrical company in Germany.
Hans immigrated to Canada in 1989 after meeting the love of his life, Nora in 1986. They were married in 1988. Hans became a Canadian citizen in 1999.
Hans loved cruising the Adriatic Sea, building houses and working with his tools. Upon moving to Canada, Hans became a prolific hunter and a not-so-great fisherman. He loved the Canadian outdoors, foraging for fiddleheads, goose tongue greens, clams and mussels.
Hans and Nora spent winters in Florida for 28-years making many dear friends along the way. Together, they developed a love for cruising the Caribbean Sea, dancing and having a good time. Hans loved to hold court telling amazing stories about his native Germany and his remarkable childhood.
Hans is survived by his loving wife and partner of 38 years, Nora Krahl; two daughters: Andrea, Barbara, their mother, Crystl; a grandson, Kai (Julia) Kline; a great grandson, Keon Kline; two stepchildren: Kim Rayworth (Mike Randall) and Jason Rayworth (Charline); four step-grandchildren: Miriam and Genevieve Landry and Jeremy and Matthew Rayworth; one sister-in-law, Carm LeBlanc.
The family will receive condolences at Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, 396 Main Street, Shediac on Saturday May 11 from 2 to 5 pm. As per his wishes there will be no service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Heart and Stroke Foundation or a charity of your choice.
Cremation and funeral arrangements are in the professional care of Frenette Funeral and Cremation Centre, Shediac (506-532-3297).
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