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Stacy Shipp Kramer

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Stacy Kramer Obituary

Stacy Kramer passed into rest at her home in Clarkdale, Arizona, Friday, March 13, 2009. Stacy was born October 7, 1949 and was raised in Somerton, Arizona. She went on to earn her bachelor's in education at Cottey College of Missouri and also studied at the University of Arizona. Stacy was married to Reed Kramer in 1979 in Durango, Colorado. She taught school in the Verde Valley for over 30 years and enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and watching college sports. Stacy is survived by her husband, Reed; children, Benjamin, Bradley and Chloe of Clarkdale, Arizona; step-daughter Christine Barag of Jerome, Arizona; parents, Grace and Keifer Shipp of Somerton; brother, Pat (Joyce) Shipp of Yuma. A celebration of her life will be held Sunday, March 29, 2009, at 1 p.m. in the Clarkdale Park. Donations may be made in Stacy's name to St. Thomas of the Valley Church in Clarkdale, Arizona.

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Published by Sun on Mar. 23, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Stacy Kramer

15 Entries

Nancy J Rawitz

October 7, 2021

I met Stacy at NAU...what a character...she was best friends with Sheila Sullivan at the time. We lived in the 21 dorm...campus was so small at the time. I have such good memories of our time, camping at Oak Creek Canyon. Stacy, I'm thinking of you today, on what would have been your 72nd birthday. Rest In Peace sweet girl.

Rosie Hopper-Smith

April 1, 2009

Dear Keifer Grace & Family: My earliest memories of Stacy were that she was kind & extremely bright. I went from first to 8th grade (@ Somerton Grammar)aspiring to be just like her, but the only other one that could rival her intellect was Charles Moody! The poem by Alairie Tennille gave me comfort when I lost my Sister Carrlene "No time on earth is enough to share with those we love or to prepare our hearts for that last goodbye." May the GOD of all comfort, comfort all of you. I hope to see Stacy again in Heaven. She was a darling girl. Rosie Hopper-Smith
John 14:6

Patti Neeld Elliott

March 30, 2009

Reed and Family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. Stacy was a fun special person that I met at Cottey College. I'm sure she was a great teacher and touched many hearts in her life.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Get strength from the hugs you get, it will help you get through the tough times.
I was your neighbor in Sedona around 73-76.

Marcia Foss

March 30, 2009

Stacy's Family - - I attended Cottey College with Stacy. During Spring Break her 2nd year, she and Sheila Sullivan visited me in ND - - my mother had a PEO tea in their honor. I am so saddened to hear about Stacy passing away. I will never forget her wonderful smile, the sparkle in her eyes and also how she would cry during some of our serenading at Cottey. I can only imagine what a tremendous teacher, mother, wife she has been. My heart is heavy for all of you. With my deepest sympathy, Marcia Foss, Class of 1970, Cottey College

Sandy Greenough

March 29, 2009

Mr. & Mrs. Shipp, I was deeply saddened to hear of Stacy's passing. My mom, Grace Gray, called to let me know. Even though we have not kept in touch or spoken since leaving Somerton, I only have the fondest of memories. Stacy and I were in the Somerton paper when the library opened and Mrs. Shipp was the librarian. I still have that picture. And Stacy passed the torch to me in Job's Daughters. I have not thought of all that in years. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and Stacy's family. Stacy was a bright spot in all our lives. Please take comfort in knowing how many lives she touched in such a special way.
Sandy (Gray) Greenough

Dawn Shipp

March 28, 2009

I will never forget all the Christmas Parties down in Somerton. You have always been so pleasant and welcoming. We will miss you Stacy and cherish all of the wonderful memories we have with you. With love, Dawn, Jim, Michael, Marissa and Crystal

Darlene (Self) Voss

March 24, 2009

Being from Somerton we were FOREVER FRIENDS. We went our separate ways in life with families, friends and carrers. I have lost a wonderful friend that I have great memories with but I also know FOREVER means FOREVER. My love and prayers to Grace and Keifer, Reed and children.

Leonard Smith

March 24, 2009

I'm so sorry to hear about Stacy.I never forgot about Stacy over the years,even after I left Somerton for Yuma and then moved to Fresno Ca.My prayers and thoughts are with the Shipps and the Krramers.

Bill Silva

March 24, 2009

I will always remember Stacys smile and fun we all shared going up in somerton.May God bless Stacy and her family in this difficult time.

Linda (Cannon) Farrar

March 22, 2009

Stacy was always a leader both in her youth and in her adulthood. With her marvelous smile and gentle touch she could charm the hardest heart. Our Kofa '67 class embraces her forever...we will always miss and cherish her.
The Shipps were the greatest parents and we all knew it. We send our love to them, Reed and her children.
Love,

Jan (Shipp) Raebel

March 21, 2009

I remember the good times as kids at Grandma and Grandpa Shipp's. The great Shipp Christmas Partys at your Mom and Dad's as we were growing up. You will be missed but remembered with great affection.

Jeff Sims

March 19, 2009

To the Shipp family,

I'll never forget Stacy. She was my first girlfriend. 2nd grade. We were always together during the elementry years. Either riding horses or playing sports. Stacy was one of the guys. If it had'nt been for Stacy & Andy (Smith) I don't think I would of graduated. We were all the best of friends and even though we didn't stay in contact through out the years my feelings for Stcay were always the same.
I'm sure god will have a special place for Stacy.

Judy Jurasevich Bouchier

March 18, 2009

Keifer, Grace & Pat,
Stacy was an Angel loaned to us for awhile.
Everyone who ever knew her will miss her.
We were neighbors in Somerton and used to climb the trees in your back yard..until we got caught. I went from kindergarten thru high school with her and had some good fun. She was always a shining light.
May God grant you strength, courage and serenity during this oh so difficult time.

Alexis Urtuzuastegui

March 18, 2009

When I became part of Stacy and Reed's family 20 years ago it was like I had always been there. Moving to Cottonwood was daunting but having her unwaivering support and love made those three years the best that they could possibly be. She will always hold a very special place in my heart and be missed and loved every single day.

mike wilson

March 18, 2009

I was a classmate and friend of Stacy's during my eight years at Somerton school. My mother was Jane Raulaton, my grand mother Nora Wynn. As kids we all had fun together in our little town. I have found memories of Stacy even after fourty five years I feel I have lost a dear friend. mike wilson

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