Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home

Claus, Carl J.

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Fairport: November 28, 2014. Predeceased by wife, Catherine; son, Francis. Survived by children, Julia (Dan) Strom, Carolyn (Michael) Vasile, Thomas (Ann) Claus and Raymond Claus; 12 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sisters, Bernice VanApeldorn, Cathy Sippel, Joanne (John) Fleig; brothers, Raymond (Joanne) Claus and William (Marie) Claus; daughter-in-law, Deborah Claus; many nieces and nephews.

Carl received his Doctorate in Chemistry from the University of Illinois. He started the Chemistry Dept. at St. John fisher College, where he also served as a Professor. Carl continued his work as Director of Research and Development at Xerox Corp. where he earned 7 patents.

Calling hours Friday 3-6 at the Richard H. Keenan Funeral Home, Egypt Location, 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., Fairport. Funeral Mass Saturday 11:15AM at St. John of Rochester Church, Fairport. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to ALS or the Advent House.

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2 responses to “Claus, Carl J.”

  1. Joe and Mary Beth Barry Avatar
    Joe and Mary Beth Barry

    We are so sorry to read the loss of your Dad, Carolyn. He helped make Xerox very successful.
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

  2. Shari Claus Avatar
    Shari Claus

    With deepest sympathy and love for all of the Claus family. Wish I could be there. I will always remember Uncle Carl’s warmth and smile. He had a way of greeting you just like your very presence made his whole day special. Love from Shari and (Raena) Evelyn.