MIRIAM HENA TELLER "MIMI" KRAMER

1936 - 2022

KRAMER, Miriam Hena Teller "Mimi" Passed away peacefully, on November 19, 2022, in the company of her children and several of her grandchildren. Her stroke was a shock, as she was healthy and full of energy that belied her 86 years. She was a cherished mother, wife, grandmother, great-grandmother, stepmother, sister, aunt, and cousin, a gifted and beloved science teacher, and a treasured friend to many. Born May 1, 1936 to George and Rose Teller in Bronx, New York, Mimi was the second of five children. Following her parents' adage that "education is the golden door," she was admitted to The Bronx High School of Science and went on to Hunter College, graduating with a Bachelor's in Biology. Later, she obtained a Master's degree in Education from Framingham State University. She taught biology, anatomy, and physiology at Lincoln Sudbury Regional High School for over 30 years, mentoring thousands of students in science. In 1957, she married Lawrence Gutwill, moved from New York to Massachusetts, and had three children: Sarah, Matthew, and Joshua. After her marriage ended in 1972, she focused on raising her children and teaching her students. In 1982, she married Lester Kramer and became stepmother to Nancy, Robert, Patricia, and Julie. Mimi was exceptionally community-oriented, bringing people together with a wide smile and warm heart. She enjoyed hosting large family gatherings, participating in activities at her synagogue, volunteering and tutoring children in the community, and socializing with friends. Generous with her time and support, Mimi loved taking care of others. She was the glue of her extended family, the light of her tight-knitted siblings, and a rock of stability to her children and grandchildren. Mimi was predeceased by her husband Lester; stepdaughter Nancy; and nephew Seth. She is survived by three children Sarah Pechette, Matthew Gutwill (Katie Gutwill), and Joshua Gutwill (Dr. Laura Wise); three stepchildren Robert Kramer, Patricia Kramer, and Julie Kramer; eight grandchildren Aaron, Zachary (Taylor), Allegra, Jared, Samuel, Theodore, Anna, and Jonah; and two great-grandchildren Maverick and Olivia; as well as four siblings Hon. Samuel Teller (Joan Teller), Dr. Betty Werksman (Jerry Werksman), Jack Teller (Bess Teller), and Helen Teller. A memorial will be held in spring 2023 at Temple Beth Shalom in Framingham, MA. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation (www.cff.org).

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