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Delbert Kramer Obituary
METAMORA - Delbert L. Kramer, 78, of Metamora, Ill., passed away at 5:12 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9, 2013, at his residence.
He was born May 26, 1935, in Jacksonville, Ill., to Edward and Thelma (Menke) Kramer. He married Murllene Moorhead on June 18, 1960, in Elk City, Okla., and she survives.
Also surviving are one son, Kurt (Kathryn Halleen) Kramer of Elk City, Okla.; one daughter, Kayllene (Dennis) Clymer of Peoria; grandchildren, Haley Kramer and Oliver and Keatyn Clymer; sister-in-law, Charlotte Kramer; one nephew, Bryan Kramer; and one niece, Christine Kramer, all of Morton, Ill.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Douglas Kramer.
After graduating from high school, Delbert enrolled at Bradley in R.O.T.C. and graduated with a B.S. in mechanical engineering in 1956. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a first lieutenant and was stationed at Clinton Sherman Air Force Base in Oklahoma and Goose Bay, Labrador, Canada. He returned to Bradley after his military service and received his master's in mechanical engineering.
He was a research engineer for Caterpillar, working there for 56 years, retiring as a consultant.
He was a 50-year member of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Peoria.
Delbert will be remembered for helping his wife, Murllene, at the Summer Concerts in the Park in Metamora and was a loving husband, father and grandfather.
Funeral services will be at 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2013, at Redeemer Lutheran Church, with the Rev. Joe Meyer officiating. Visitation will be from 10 a.m. until service time at the church. Graveside services will take place at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16, 2013, at Fair Lawn Cemetery in Elk City, Okla.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Redeemer Lutheran Church Building Fund, 6801 N. Allen Town Road, Peoria, IL 61614.
Make online condolences at www.masonfuneralhomes.com.
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Scott Ullrich
November 18, 2013
Worked with Del at Cat. He made my days enjoyable & filled with humour.
Jim Callas
November 18, 2013
Murliene,
So sorry to hear of Del's passing.
He and I shared much over my 32 yrs at CAT.
He was at the top of my list of people with the technical competence to really move CAT forward in the Engineering world. We also shared many political and philosophical views.
I remember our discussions fondly.
I hope he didn't suffer.
I will remember him always and talk about him with fellow co-workers often.
November 15, 2013
November 15, 2013
Dear Murllene,
My sister Nancy informed me today of Del's passing, I was shocked to learn of it and am sorry for your loss and wanted to pass along Donna's and my condolences.
The miles between us seemed to limit our closeness, but I take comfort in knowing that Del was close to my Mom and Dad when they were living and I know they thought quite highly of him and I am sure the reverse was true. I have pleasant memories of times with him on the basketball court and during our high school and college years.
Please know we are thinking about you and your family.
Love,
Donna and Bill Swanson
Parker, CO
November 13, 2013
Hi Murllene You and your family are in my prayers God Bless You
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Valerie Conn
November 13, 2013
Murllene and family, so sorry to hear of Del's passing. My prayers are with you all.
jennifer halleen
November 12, 2013
Kurt and family and Mrs. Kramer your hearts , prayers are with you all .
Laura and Jennifer
Jenny Sarver
November 12, 2013
Murllene, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I am sending love and prayers for you and your family.
November 12, 2013
Murllene: I'm in shock, as I'm sure you are. Let me know if there's anything I can do.
Steve Parsons
November 12, 2013
Sorry to hear of Del's passing. Enjoyed knowing him and working with him at Caterpillar.
Cassie Breitbarth Rodgers
November 12, 2013
Mrs Kramer -
I was very sad to hear of your husbands passing. I remember him at the summer concerts. He always had such a quiet humble smile and you could tell how proud he was of you. My thoughts are with you at this time. I know he will be greatly missed by the family but also by those of us who have become so accustomed to his gentle presence at the band concerts. There will need to be a special concert in his honor this coming summer!
November 12, 2013
Murlene, So sorry for your loss. Del was such a friendly, happy guy. He will be joining Lakota now and maybe they can play catch? Prayers for you and your whole family
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