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Thomas Cramer Obituary

Thomas Clayton Cramer, age 63, of Glendale Arizona, died suddenly on Nov. 4, 2004. He was born on October 12, 1941 in Chicago Illinois. Son of the late John & Kathryn (Malloy) Cramer. He is survived by his loving wife of 43 years Marjorie (Sears) Cramer. They met in 7th grade at St. Sabina grammar in Chicago. Class of 1959 Leo HS, Chicago, IL. Thomas was a member of Father Perez Knights of Columbus. Loving Father to; Thomas P. (Jenny), Timothy, Colleen (Matt) O'DonneIl, Katie (Warren) Williamson. He also left behind loving grandchildren; Tabitha, Ashley, Bailey, T.J., Dylan, Brooke, Cole, Lauren, Margie, & Connor. Survived by brother; Patrick (Joanne) & sister Carol (Jack) Sadler. Preceded in death by brothers; Mike (Joni), Jim (Marnie), Leo (Lynn), Billy (Sue), Gene (Julie). He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, friends, co-workers, & great neighbors. He founded Cramer & Associates Real Estate in 1984 in Phoenix, AZ. He was a Union Plumber from 1959-1981. He packed 100+ years into 63 fun/full throttle/caring/loud/etc years. If you met him you'd never forget him! A real character full of compassion. He wasn't afraid to say his opinion no matter what. He touched many lives and will be sorely missed! Visitation Monday night 11/8/04 6-8 pm at Heritage Funeral Chapel, 6830 W. Thunderbird, Peoria, AZ. Funeral Mass at 10:00 am on 11/9/04 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 6180 W. Utopia, Glendale, AZ.

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Published by The Arizona Republic from Nov. 7 to Nov. 8, 2004.

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Mary Redican Krueger

November 24, 2004

Marge, kids and grandkids. You have lost much in losing Tom. Wasn't he fun? He loved his family so much; nothing meant more to him.



By always coming back to Chicago for weddings and reunions, he enabled all of us to keep up our relationships and friendships with him. And wasn't he a great historian and always wanting to share the family heritage.

I will truly miss him.

With love,

Mary

Joe & Gene Ann Luzzo

November 16, 2004

Where so sorry for your lost,we will miss him.Joe & Gene Luzzo

sharon WHALEN

November 10, 2004

Dear Margie,



I remember Tom (or Tommy as he was called then) from grammar school. My most vivid memory of him was standing behind the counter at White Castle dispensing burgers and a smile while wearing his white hat.

Even my husband Tom remembers him from our class reunion in 1968, I believe.



He was a happy person then too. It's good to know the St. Sabina spirit traveled west so well.



It's a shame you had to lose him so early, but it seems you had a great life and family together.



My condolences to you and your family.



Sharon Crowley Whalen, St.Sabina's class of 1955

Joe&Donna Cramer

November 10, 2004

Marge, Tommy, Timmy, Coleen, Katy, and grandchildren,

We met you all in Florida and had such good family times there. The good times continued all the way to this year with the Albuquerque adventure and our son Brian's graduation from Thunderbird.

In New Mexico, Tom was telling me how to drive, giving me instructions.

And I'm 66!

There was nobody like Tom.

We shall miss him as we know you all will.

We love you and our prayers are with you now and always.

Joe and Donna

Steve and Marie Kiszczak

November 9, 2004

We are so very sorry to hear this about Tom. Actually, we found out while watching your cable show tonight. It is so hard to believe that we were just talking and laughing with both of you at the picnic only a week ago. Tom was always so happy and pleasant to be around. I truly admired that about him. Another great thing about Tom was that his was such a family man. He was so proud of his kids and grandkids and all their accomplishments. You and all the family are in our thoughts and prayers.

Love, Steve and Marie Kiszczak and family

Amy Small

November 8, 2004

Dearest Cramer Family,



I am really not sure what to say. There are no words to comfort you at a time like this.



I remember the first time I met Tom Sr. It is truly a moment I will never forget. He was so loud and seemed so mean - I was so afraid of him - but then I truly got to know him and the whole family and came to love him and all of you. He was loud, but so lovable too.



Margie, I am so sorry for you - I know how much you truly loved him and I know it won't be easy, but I know you are a strong woman and you will get through this terrible time.



To the Cramer kids and grandkids - please remember what a great man you had in your lives, even if it seems so short. In the past few years, he was always going on about the kids and grandkids - he was so proud of each of you. Please don't ever forget that.



My thoughts and prayers are with you - please remember that while he may physically be gone, memories live on through us. (besides, a guy like Tom Sr will never truly be gone!!!)



With sorrow and love

Carol Scott

November 8, 2004

Dear Cramer Clan:

My sympathy, love and prayers are with you all during this time. I know that you will all stick together as I've seen your family do over the years that I have worked with so many of you thru your real estate careers. Tom has definately left memories with probably every single person he has come in contact with. I know I have many and haven't worked much with him for several years now, but that doesn't mean I don't remember "the old days" shoving all those HUD properties thru escrow. I was shocked to hear this news and am thinking about you all and have you in my prayers. My deepest sympathy.

Bill & MaryJo Gallaher

November 8, 2004

Dear Margie & Family,



Please accept our sincere sympathy for your loss of Tommy. He will be truly missed by all who knew him. You and your family are in our prayers.



Sincerely,



Bill & MaryJo Gallaher & Family

Rich Nee

November 8, 2004

Dear Cramer Family,



I am sorry to learn of the passing of Uncle Tom. He was always the life of the party and will be missed. He had a joke for every occassion and was fun to be around. I am sorry that we have not been able to visit you in Phoenix recently. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.



Love,

Rich, Mary, Julia, Bridget and Michelle

PEG RADAKOVITZ

November 7, 2004

DEAR MARGIE,

I'M SO SORRY THAT YOU HAVE LOST YOUR BEST FRIEND. IT SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING TOO FRQUENTLY TO THE NICEST PEOPLE. AS I READ THE NOTICE THIS AM I THOUGHT OF YOU AND THE MANY GOOD TIMES WE SHARED MANY YEARS AGO. I WILL KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILY IN MY PRAYERS. LOVE, PEG RADAKOVITZ

Lee Gallaher

November 7, 2004

Margie - I was shocked and deeply saddened when I heard about Tom this morning. I graduated with Tommy from Leo and remember so well when he came in and attended our 25 year reunion.We had a fabulous time and shared many family memories.I remember also at Sister Lakes when you and Tom visited and he insisted on giving us a dozen boxes of his favorite tomato sauce.I'm so sorry I missed seeing you at Mike Spain's this summer.My mother, Beth Gallaher also sends her condolences. Stay strong. Most Sincerely - Lee Gallaher

Richard & Judith Keating

November 7, 2004

Margie and family you are in our prayers and thoughts. Tom was a great guy and it was a privledge to know him. Let us know if we can do anything for you. Love

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