Obituary of Ida Kraatz

Ida Mae Kraatz passed away January 28, 2011 in Eastern Niagara Hospital, Lockport. Born January 13, 1931 in Lockport she was the daughter of Kenneth and Helena (Tinney) Howard. She worked as a waitress for the Town &amp; Country Restaurant in Hartland and was very involved with the foster grandparent program for many years. Ida enjoyed crocheting, camping, bowling, playing cards, was a Yankees fan and especially enjoyed spending time with her family. Ida is survived by her children G. Gordon (Betty) Rhodes of Middleport, A. Jean Rhodes-Stegeman, K. Joyce (Thomas) Marchiole both of Lockport, H. Alan Rhodes, Sr. of Sommerset, and Richard L. (Rene) Rhodes of California; grandmother of thirteen and great grandmother of twenty; sister of Thomas E. (Mary K.) Howard of Lockport and Nancy LaForme of Gasport; also survived by several nieces and nephews. There will be no prior visitation. Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family. Donations to Planned Parenthood of Lockport, 34 Heritage Court, Lockport, NY 14094 would be appreciated by the family. Please visit www.pruddenandlkandt.com to leave an online condolence to the family. <h3>Visitation</h3> There will be no prior visitation. <h3>Services</h3> Private funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family.