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Jay Kramer Obituary

Jay S. Kramer, 77, of Glenview. Most beloved husband, best friend and soulmate of Pat Kramer, nee Knoll for 53 years. Devoted & loving father to Patty, Jay (Nicole) and Katie (Nick) Eriser. Adoring Papa of Benjamin, Emmett, and Isa. Dedicated brother of Ginny (the late Roger) Smith, Colleen Jenne, Kevin Kramer, and the late Denise Barclay. Dear son of the late Jacob and Virginia Kramer. Jay will be missed by so many more wonderful family and friends. Visitation Thursday, May 6, 2021, 3:00 PM -7:00PM at Donnellan Family Funeral Home, 10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie. Funeral Mass Friday, May 7, 2021, 11:00 AM at Saint Raymond de Penafort Church, 301 S. Ioka Ave. Mt. Prospect, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to Misericordia, Heart of Mercy, 6300 N Ridge Avenue, Chicago, IL 60660.

Info: www.donnellanfuneral.com or (847)675-1990.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on May 5, 2021.

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Don Del Fava

May 8, 2021

So very sorry for your loss

Don Del Fava

May 8, 2021

I was an altar boy at Jay and Pat´s wedding

Elaine and Paul Michelini

May 7, 2021

PAT and Family...love, thoughts, and prayers sending to you.

Anne Kelly

May 6, 2021

I was so very sorry to hear of Jay’s passing. He was my favorite Tribune client for years and a friend. He was always kind, authentic and such a great guy. And although we lost touch over the years, I knew that the world was a better place with him in it. He worked hard and loved his family so much. He deserved to live to 100. My sincerest condolences to Pat and family.

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Joe & Eileen Shannon

May 6, 2021

Pat our deepest sympathy is with you and your family. Jay represented everything good in life and has left a tremendous legacy. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Dennis Pierini

May 5, 2021

To Jay´s wife and family, please accept my sincere condolences on his passing. I´ve known and worked with Jay for many years at Jewel Osco, and he was respected and liked by everyone and will be missed.

Mary Anne Vydra

May 5, 2021

I send warm greetings to Pat and to all of Jay´s family and friends. Knowing him at work through Jewel and into our retirement years was an absolute joy!

Kathleen & Jim Lynch

May 5, 2021

Our heartfelt condolences to the Kramer Family. Jay touched many with his infectious love for life! Jay & Pat complimented each other beautifully - May God Bless All of You!
Kathleen & Jim Lynch

Carmen Valentino

May 5, 2021

My deepest condolences to Jay's family. Jay was a wonderful human with the kindest heart. Jay hired me at Jewel-Osco and I couldn't have ask for a better person to work for. I will you and Jay in my prayers.

Lester

May 5, 2021

Your loving marriage was an inspiration to all.

Sr. Rosemary & the Residents of Misericordia

May 5, 2021

Our sympathy and special prayers for Mr. Kramer and all his family and friends.

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May

6

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Donnellan Family Funeral Services

10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077

May

7

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

Saint Raymond de Penafort Church

301 S I Oka Avenue, Mount Prospect, IL

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10045 Skokie Boulevard, Skokie, IL 60077

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