Caught in the midst of NFL lockout negotiations, the New England Patriots' family was hit hard Wednesday night upon learning of the tragic passing of Myra Kraft. The wife of team owner Robert Kraft, Myra was well known throughout Boston for her charitable work with the Robert And Myra Kraft Family Foundation, New England Patriots Charitable Foundation, and United Way.
Following the tragedy, the New England Patriots issued this official statement Thursday afternoon:
Due to the overwhelming response to the passing of Myra Kraft, the number of persons interested in attending the public services on Friday is expected to exceed the capacity of Temple Emmanuel.
Very limited parking is available via a satellite lot located at Boston College Law School (885 Centre Street, Newton, MA). Shuttle service will be provided from the lot to the Temple. Attendees should also be aware of extreme heat and humidity in the forecast.
Those wishing for alternative methods to pay their respects are encouraged to make donations in Myra's name at the Myra Kraft Giving Back Scholarship Fund at the Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston at:
Myra Kraft Giving Back Scholarship Fund
50 Congress Street
Suite 730
Boston, MA 02109
www.bgcb.org/donate_special_endowment.cfmSympathy cards can be addressed to:
The Kraft Family
One Patriot Place
Foxboro, MA 02035Memories of Myra Kraft can be shared at Patriots.com/MyraKraftGuestbook
Myra passed away Wednesday, July 20th 2011 after a long battle with cancer. She was 68.