Aaron Christopher Kralovetz

Aaron Christopher Kralovetz was born on December 6, 1975 in Placerville, CA to Peter James and Vicki Lynn Smith Kralovetz. Aaron passed away suddenly on July 25, 2024 in Midlothian, Texas.

Aaron loved to learn and had many accomplishments. He graduated from Alvin High School in 1995 and joined the United States Marine Corps. He proudly served his country as a Radar Tech, predominately in Okinawa, until his honorable discharge in 2000. He received many accolades during his service including:
*Good Conduct Medal
*National Defense Service Medal
*Navy Achievement Medal
*Navy ‘and Marine Corps Overseas Ribbon (x2)
*Letter of Appreciation (x3)h
*Meritorious Unit Commendation
*Rifle and Pistol Marksmanship Badges
*Marksmanship Instructor (secondary MOS)
*Honor Grad Marine Combat Training
*Honor Grad Marine Corps Recruit Training

After completing his service in the Marine Corps, Aaron attended Alvin Community College where he graduated in 2005. He then attended University of Texas Austin where he received a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering in 2009. He was employed at Bell Flight at the time of his passing.

Aaron was very creative and excelled in many different areas. While he could discuss almost any subject, his main interests were science, robotics, NASA, space and math. He read daily and loved to share his knowledge with others and encourage them to follow their dreams. He was always willing to lend an ear or a helping hand. He was a fun-loving guy and enjoyed participating in costume parties, visiting museums and working with our local veterans charity. He was an excellent swimmer and enjoyed scuba diving and water sports.

Aaron was preceded in death by his father, Peter J. Kralovetz; grandfather, Maxie L. Smith; grandparents, Albert and Celia Kralovetz.

He is survived by his wife, Kimberly Brown; his mother, Vicki Smith Kralovetz; his sister, Sarah Kralovetz; his maternal grandmother, Wanda J. Smith; stepchildren, Wyatt, Emily and Kyle; a large extended family; and his family at Mary’s Outpost.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation. You can donate now by clicking here.

A Memorial Service for Aaron will be held at 10:00am on Saturday, August 3 at Wade Family Funeral Home, 4140 W Pioneer Pkwy, Arlington, Texas 76013. After the Memorial Service, the family would like to invite you to Celebrate his Life with food and fellowship at Mary’s Outpost, 1002 S. Great Southwest Pkwy, Grand Prairie, TX 75051.