(Comal County) — Comal County is mourning the loss of longtime County Judge Sherman Krause, who passed away early Saturday morning at his home.
Judge Krause has served the citizens of Comal County since Jan. 1, 2011. Officials say during his tenure, he became known as a steady and dependable leader, guiding the county through both challenges and periods of growth and progress.
County officials say Krause’s commitment to public service and to the people of Comal County helped shape the community for more than a decade.
On the county’s Facebook page, officials stated, “Judge Krause was more than a leader. He was a colleague, a mentor and a friend to many. Our Comal County family is devastated by this loss.”
Earlier, county leaders requested that residents and businesses lower their flags to half-staff in his honor as a sign of respect and gratitude for his years of service.