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Terrence M. "Terry" KRAMER

Terrence KRAMER Obituary


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KRAMER, Terrence M. "Terry" age 78, of Centerville, OH died on Monday May 29, 2013. He was born on May 31, 1934 to Milton and Catherine Kramer of Springfield, OH. He was a graduate of Catholic Central High School of Springfield, the University of Dayton, BA and Xavier University, MBA. He served in the USMC and was stationed in Japan during the 1950's. His career in labor relations included positions at Xerox, Dayton Press, Dayton Walther and had retired from NCR. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Carol; daughters, Annette Gildea of Reston, VA; Christine (Matthew) Bruening of Dublin, OH; Amy (Stephen) Dotts of Worthington, OH; grandchildren, Ian and Devon Gildea; Brian, Daniel and Grace Bruening; and Kathleen and Jack Dotts; sisters, Mary Ann (Lou) Bruno of Los Gatos, CA and Catherine Kramer of Springfield. Terry led a full life with a deep love and devotion to his family. His strong gentle wisdom along with his laughter and humor was evident to all who knew him. In his work and in his life he acted always with integrity, kindness and fairness. Terry was an accomplished woodworker and sculptor, and had a deep appreciation for music, literature, trees and horses. Terry led an inspiring life lived fully and honestly, joyfully and faithfully. Mass of Christian Burial, 12:00 Noon Friday May 31, at the Church of the Incarnation. The family will receive friends Thursday May 30 from 4:00-8:00 at the Westbrock Funeral Home, 5980 Bigger Rd. Burial, Centerville Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Therapeutic Riding Institute or a charity of your choice.

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Published by Dayton Daily News from May 29 to May 30, 2013.

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Ron Hussey

June 1, 2013

So sorry to hear the news. I worked with Terry at Dayton-Walther and my wife knew him at NCR. He was a fine person and I thought of him often over the years. Our deepest condolences.

NCR REA, Inc.

June 1, 2013

Our heartfelt condolences to Carol and the family on Terry's passing. He was a great guy and will be missed by many.

Ken Bruening

May 30, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your wonderful family. So very sorry for your loss.
Ken, Martha, Katie, Matt, Elise, Ben and Nick Bruening

Maureen Fitzgerald Hunt

May 29, 2013

Dear Carol, I am so sorry to hear about Terry...please accept my deepest sympathy to you and your family. I am sure that he will be missed by many people! I will be keeping you in my thoughts and prayers! Maureen Hunt

Richard & June Shobe

May 29, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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5980 Bigger Road, Dayton, OH 45440

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