VERONA / DEFOREST - It is with profound sadness that we announce the unexpected passing of Amanda B. Kraus, age 37, on Saturday, July 19, 2025.

Amanda loved the outdoors, and fall was her favorite season. Rarely was Amanda without her phone. She was usually texting, checking out recipes, taking pictures of her dog, Ember, or playing Pokeman Go. Her passion for animals, especially dogs, was unwavering. Amanda will be fondly remembered for her work and dedication to the Sauk County Humane Society and Shelter from the Storm Animal Rescue.

Amanda had demons she could not tame. For those who did not know, she struggled with alcohol addiction. She wanted so much to win the battle, but in the end, the addiction was too strong. Her passing is a heartfelt reminder to hold those we love close to our hearts, through love and compassion. Her loving smile will be deeply missed.

Amanda is survived by her parents, Michael and Karen Kraus; brother, Brandon (fiancée, Kenzie) Kraus; many aunts, uncles and cousins; and her beloved dog, Ember.

A celebration of life with light refreshments will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL AND CREMATION CARE, 5203 Monona Drive, Madison, from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. on Wednesday July 30, 2025, with a time for sharing memories, beginning at 12 noon.

A special thank you to the DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS and Dane County Sheriff office for their attempts to revive Amanda. Memorials may be made to Shelter from the Storm Animal Rescue (www.sftsrescue.org/donate). Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.

Gunderson East

Funeral & Cremation Care

5203 Monona Drive

(608) 221-5420

Amanda B Kraus

May 26, 1988 - July 19, 2025

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