Life

Laura Cohen passed away September 21st at approximately 9 pm PST after a long battle with lung disease.

From her husband, Jonathan:

"Laura and I had no illusions that her ongoing bronchiectasis would kill her sooner or later but we never imagined how hard or how fast the end would come. In the end every moment I could spend with her was precious.  We were together for 25 years, married for 15, and I was proud and grateful to have such a loving and caring companion who never once faltered in her love for me.

I want to express my deepest thanks to those of you who were sending your prayers and positive thoughts.  They were a great help to me to keep me strong for her.  There will be a memorial at my home in the coming days and I will send out an official announcement.  In lieu of flowers please make a donation to the American Lung Association."

As Laura's business partner, I'm in a state of shock. Of course this is an awful turn of events. I expect to write more in the coming days and also thank you for your support at this difficult time.

----Melissa

Update

I just wanted to post an update on what's going on here at Krafti-Kit:

This past month, we've been very lucky to have gotten reviewed in Vogue Knitting, Interweave Crochet and the KnitCircus gift issue. It was the fruit of much hard work to get our brand out there and I know that Laura is very happy about this.

In news about our family here, Laura is quite ill and hospitalized. I wanted to give you all the chance to put her in your thoughts and prayers at this challenging time for Laura and her husband, Jonathan. There's not much more I can say right now.

As many of you know, I've moved to WA, 3.5 hours from Portland, OR where the Krafti home is. That of course makes this time particularly difficult. I do want you all to know that you can still connect with Krafti through me. I can be reached through Melissa@krafti-kit.com and invite emails from anyone who may need questions addressed during this period when Laura will be unable to answer her emails.