Marc L. Kraimer Sr.

. RACINE - Marc L. Kraimer, Sr., passed away at his home on Thursday, September 3, 2009. Marc was born in Racine on August 27, 1972 to Lawrence and Sandra (nee: Tatzel) Kraimer. He was united in marriage to the former Pamela Stark on May 30, 1998. Marc was always proud of his career in civil service was employed by the State of Wisconsin as a Correctional Officer for the past six years. Marc enjoyed all sports shooting pool, softball, basketball, football and golf in his spare time and especially was an avid Packer fan. He was an excellent teacher having great patience and a 'can do' attitude. Marc was very active in his children's lives; Girl Scouts, coaching RYS baseball, basketball, bowling, chaperoning field trips and serving as secretary of the P.T.A. Marc was knowledgeable in computers, cars and home repairs. He most enjoyed building and making things with his hands. He will be most known for the love and devotion he displayed towards his family. Marc took great pleasure in becoming a grandfather and enjoyed his close relationship with his granddaughter. When Jaylynn saw her 'papa', nothing else mattered. Though his legacy lives on by all, he will be deeply missed. Survivors include his wife, Pamela Y. Kraimer; children, Logan Kraimer, Samantha Kraimer, Jamie (Anton Rhoads) Stark, Sarah Robertson and Marc L. Kraimer, Jr.; parents, Lawrence and Bonnie Kraimer; granddaughter, Jaylynn Y. Rhoads; sister, Kim Stetler; Aunt, Lynne (Wallace) Prudhomme; and maternal grandmother, Ella Mae Tatzel. Marc is also survived by other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra L. Kraimer; brother, Larry Kraimer; paternal grandparents, Lawrence and Lorraine Kraimer; maternal grandfather, Louis Tatzel; and step-son, Eric Stark. Funeral services for Marc will be held at the funeral home on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 10 a.m. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Friday evening from 5 until 8 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be directed to the family. PURATH-STRAND FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY 3915 Douglas Avenue 639-8000 www.purath-strand.com