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Janet Kramer Obituary
Phoenix - Janet Ruth Kramer 79 of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on June 30th, 2020. She was born November 19, 1940 in Malta, Montana. She moved to Phoenix in 1957, completing her senior year of high school at Washington High School. She attended Lamson Business school after graduation before starting jobs at Phoenix Title and Trust and later at Washington Elementary School District.
She met her late husband William Kramer through lifelong mutual friends, was married in 1961 and had two children. Those who knew her always referred to her as a close friend, always ready to lend a hand, a hug or engage in conversation. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, keeping up with their accomplishments and celebrating every step of the way.
Jan is survived by her children Michael Kramer and Kelly Kramer Barbary, her grandchildren Cameron Barbary and Karsen Krueger, and 3 great grandchildren. She will be laid to rest with her parents at Resthaven Park in Glendale.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Jan's name can be made to the Arizona Humane Society.
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Memories and Condolences
for Janet Kramer
Elizabeth Helm
July 13, 2024
We do not know what you see from where you are. Still we can confirm the character of your grandkids and the "Great" ones keep you in our midst never to be forgotten. Karsen´s Aunt Elizabeth
Terri Fisher
August 31, 2020
What a wonderful lady & always with a smile on her face. She will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to her family.
Lois MOSES
August 13, 2020
Heartbreaking losing a real treasure. So many will miss you dearly. Know you are one of Angel's on your watch now in heaven. So many memories keep you in my heart. Love
Lo (hugs)
Larry and Jennifer Lind
July 16, 2020
We are sending our thoughts and prayers for Jan's family. We pray that the sweetest memories of Jan fill your heart.
Donna Farrish
July 12, 2020
When Kelly married my brother we were lucky enough to also have Jan join our family. A warm, compassionate woman, always checked facebook to see her postings. Our family will miss Jan also: and Kelly and Cameron will always be part of us.
Greenwoods
July 12, 2020
Gma Jan, we are truly better people for having known you. How lucky we all are. My Aunt Elizabeths words posted here speak so much truth, and when I see the brightest star shining at night Ill think of you and those beautiful words that hold so much meaning. On earth as it is in Heaven, shine on... ♥
Amy Berkenbile
July 12, 2020
I loved what my sister Elizabeth wrote about Jan. She could not have been more empathetic, compassionate, beautiful or a better friend. My husband Charley and I share a wonderful granddaughter and three great grandchildren with Jan, and we will always consider her family. Her loss has affected me profoundly and my heart aches for Jan's immediate family and my family as well. Jan was taken too soon and too unexpectedly and I pray for strength and understanding for all concerned, but especially for Mike and Kelly, so blessed to be able to call her mom. We're all right here Grandma Jan...keeping you in our hearts and loving you always!
Jacque
July 11, 2020
Jan you are missed. You are a light and spread happiness. I wanna be just like you.
Love
La Familia Fuerte
Karsen
July 11, 2020
Sweet sweet grandma Jan, I love you and look forward to the day I can hug you again.
Miss you the most
Elizabeth Helm
July 11, 2020
To read here that the Humane Society is a cause for choice for Jan should come as no surprise. What did come as a surprise to me was that her middle name is Ruth which happens to mean humane. The origins of Ruth are biblical and connote an uncommon capacity for empathy, friendship, compassion and beauty. Has always been my favorite name and would have always addressed her as Janet Ruth had I known.
The abruptness with which one can be taken from our midst is so jarring
and as a member of Janet Ruth's extended family, I have witnessed the painful fallout. My deepest condolences to Mike, Kelly and Karsenwho will
Along with all grandchildren, keep Jan in our hearts. Janet Ruth, go claim your rewards!
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