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Maureen Cramer Obituary

HANOVER Mrs. Maureen (McKinstra) Cramer, 77, of Hanover, died Wednesday, September 24th in the South Shore Hospital in Weymouth after a brief illness. She was born in Freeport, IL on February 16, 1931, the daughter of the late John and Mary (Kelly) McKinstra. She was a graduate of Aquin High School and attended Marycrest College in Davenport, IA. Maureen was a long time member of St. Mary of the Sacred Heart Parish in Hanover, where she was a CCD Teacher and a Greeter. She was formerly a Teachers Aide at Cedar Elementary School and an active member of the Hanover Women's Club. Maureen's most important accomplishment was being the loving wife for 53 years to Robert A. Cramer. She was the devoted mother to Jack Cramer of FL, Maribeth Egan of Hingham, Mike Cramer of Hanover, Tim Cramer of East Bridgewater and the late Martha Ann Cramer. In addition, she was the proud grandmother of Scott Wondrely, Robby Cramer, Pete Cramer, Matthew Egan, and Ryan, Patrick, Kristen, Jennifer and Maggie Cramer. She was the sister of the late Rev. Michael McKinstra and John McKinstra. The Funeral Mass will be on Monday at 10 AM in St. Mary of the Sacred Heart Church, 392 Hanover St,. Rte. 139, in Hanover. Interment will be in Hanover Center Cemetery. Visiting hours will be on Sunday from 4-7 PM in the Sullivan Funeral Home, 551 Washington St., Rt. 53, in Hanover. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary's Church. For guest book and directions, visit us at www.sullivanfuneralhome.com Sullivan Funeral Homes 781-878-0920 Family owned since 1897

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Published by The Patriot Ledger from Sep. 26 to Sep. 27, 2008.

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scott wondrely

October 5, 2008

I can't remember a time that grandma wasn't speaking of her grandchildren. Grandma was the only person to call me Scotty and I'll never forget who single handedly made the greatest xmas cookies of all times. Both mine and many other lives will changed forever.

Mary DeMaranville

September 30, 2008

To the entire Cramer family,
I can barely remember a time without Min smiling, but particularly noteworthy was her unwavering devotion to her husband and children. A loving wife and mother, she never lost sight of those priorities. How deeply her loss will be felt! This was so clear at the wake both in her family, and also in so many who came to pay their respects. My love to all in this time of sadness.

Michael McKeever

September 28, 2008

The Cramers,
A deep heartfelt loss for such a wonderful family. We all have our memories and will hold onto them tightly. A loving wife/mom who was proud of you all! She will be missed dearly.

Susan Donahue

September 28, 2008

Uncle Bob, Cousins Jack, Maribeth, Mike, Tim and families,

I am so sorry for your loss and wish I could be with you to share the tears. The loss is enormous as are the memories of so many good times. My thoughts and prayers are with you and I will never forget Aunt Minnie who was so lovely and such fun.

With love,
Suzie Donahue

Kelly Mackenzie

September 27, 2008

Marybeth and family,
So sorry to hear of your mom. You are in our prayers.

sheila skahan

September 26, 2008

Dear Cramer’s,

Oh My! Where does one begin? From her great laugh, color matching sneakers and consistently placed gum to the right hand side of the cabinet - she was a constant and ROCK. She loved you all and Bess and BOB you were the lights that helped drive her life. She laughed when I could not back up in your driveway, she loved the stories of me being WILD, she found humor when Bess and I brought home a bouquet of protected Lady Slippers and she accepted and embraced the choices that you all made. She loved you all!
Sheila Skahan and Family

Ellen Willard

September 26, 2008

Mary Beth,
Please accept my condolences. I hope the reflections of your mother that you see around you and in you will help you through these days.

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