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John M. Karram, 82, of Waterville, passed away on Saturday, November 1, 2014, at St. Elizabeth Medical Center. John was born on March 1, 1932, in Utica, the son of the late Steve and Mary (Schaffer) Karram. He graduated from Waterville Central School and attended Utica College. Following college, he joined the US Army and served honorably in the Korean War. John was united in marriage to Gertrude A. Eisenhut on November 7, 1959, at St Bernard's Roman Catholic Church in Waterville. He was self-employed as a contractor. John was a member of the Clinton VFW Post 9591, the Stevens-Swan Humane Society, was previous District Chairman of the Democratic Party and Past President of the Waterville Central School Board. He was predeceased by his son, Michael J. Karram; sister, Lila Karram; brother, Fred J. Karram; and his beloved K-9 companion, Jake. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Trudy; son, Toby J. Karram; grandchildren, Kassidy and Konnor Karram; and many nieces and nephews. Services will be held at 10 a.m. on Thursday, November 6, 2014, at St. Bernard's Roman Catholic Church, Stafford Ave., Waterville. All are invited to call from 4-7 p.m. on Wednesday at Owens-Pavlot & Rogers Funeral Service, Inc., 35 College St., Clinton. Burial will be held at St. Bernard's Cemetery, Waterville. Donations in John's memory can be made to the Stevens-Swan Humane Society of Oneida County, 5664 Horatio St., Utica, NY 13502. owenspavlotrogers.com
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Memories and Condolences
for John Karram
November 5, 2014
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Karram family. John will be missed.
November 4, 2014
My deepest sympathy Trudy, John was a great man and one I will never forget. Jill
Al & Chris Kuzio
November 4, 2014
Toby,
Your dad was a great asset to the community and will be missed by many. We send our sympathy to you and your loved ones.
Courtney, Aaron and Max Kelley
November 4, 2014
Trudy, Toby, Kassidy and Konnor,
We are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Peter & Annette Mondi
November 4, 2014
Very sorry for your loss. John was a very nice man and myself and wife Annette enjoyed his company. May he rest in peace with Jake by his side.
Kim Maio
November 3, 2014
Thoughts and prayers to you and your family .
David Taurisano
November 3, 2014
Trudy, your husband was one of a kind and had a big heart. I bet Jake has his head on John's lap right now and I'm sure that put a smile on his face
November 3, 2014
I'm so sorry for your loss. Prayers and Sympathy from the Masca family
Ryan
November 3, 2014
So sorry to hear about john he had a amazing heart I will miss you my friend
Jennifer Mascari
November 3, 2014
I will always have very fond memories of John. My heartfelt condolences to Trudy & Toby.
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