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Douglas Schoolfield Cramer III

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Douglas Cramer Obituary

June 11, 1967 - July 15, 2015 Douglas Schoolfield Cramer, III Died at Age 48, in Tehachapi California where he resided, of arteriosclerosis. Born 1967 in Los Angeles, California. Mother Joyce Sanford Haber Cramer, Born 1929 Philadelphia, Brearley, Barnard BA, Staff Time Magazine 1958-66. Hollywood Columnist LA Times 1966-76, Novel, The Users. Father Douglas Schoolfield Cramer Jr., Born Louisville, KY 1931, Northwestern, University of Cincinnati BA, Columbia University MFA. Advertising and Television Executive Producer. Resides in Miami Beach, Florida. Sister- Courtney Sanford Cramer Born LA 1970, Died in Rockville Maryland 2003, Educated at Marymount, Ethel Walker, Pepperdine University. Douglas attended El Rodeo, Buckley, Crossroad Schools followed by the Grove School in Madison, CT. after graduation with Honors. He went to USC for four years in the Fine Arts Theater School where he became a member of Chi Phi. He worked as a production assistant for Ray Stark on his film Steel Magnolias and then spent years in Telemarketing in Allentown and Bethlehem, Pennsylvania before returning to California and Tehachapi. Private Interment in Forest Lawn, Glendale California near his mother Joyce and grandmother Lucille. Contributions to his memory may be made to ASPCA, New York or Los Angeles.

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Published by Los Angeles Times on Aug. 14, 2015.

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Anthony Nascimento

December 1, 2024

I knew him from school in Madison CT. Sad to hear he passed . He was a nice guy.

Scott Cohen

June 15, 2024

Wow I went to school with him in Madison ct didn't realize he was gone nice kid I remember that about him RIP

Paul Seidner

June 18, 2021

Douglas Cramer III was on my bus at Buckley around 1978-1980. He was a very nice respectful educated person. I'm very very sorry for his loss. I was thinking about him today.

Cat

May 23, 2021

I just found out today that Doug passed away and I am filled with regret that we had slipped out of touch so much that it took this long for me to find out. We went to USC together and had loads of fun playing D and D at his apartment in the light from his beautiful saltwater fish tank. I have many fond memories of our conversations and adventures. I was telling my son one of the tales and decided to search up Doug to see if he was on Facebook so I could reach out and say hello. Well Hello Doug, I guess you don't need a computer anymore for me to tell you I am thinking of you and I am so sorry I will not be able to reminisce with you, nor create some new memories. Hugs, Cat

Daniel P Kinnicutt

April 22, 2021

I met Doug III through his sister Courtney and am glad to have met D-III. You are always nice to me and I appreciated your kindness in welcoming me to your family. Likewise, your father was kind to me as well and incredibly generous. You died too soon.

Erika

July 1, 2020

I also met Doug once when I was ten and he was eleven. We were on a flight CA to NY together - me with my family and him flying alone on his way back to boarding school. He was such a nice kid. He wrote me a letter after the flight and being a shy little girl, I never wrote back - although I think of him still all of these years later. From reading these posts, clearly he affected me in one flight as he affected so many others in such a positive way. Its such a blessing to make such a positive impact on others, which clearly he did throughout his life. Sorry we never got to be friends as adults.

Brooks Prouty

March 30, 2019

I knew Douglas well when we were both in school at a private school for boys in Katonah, NY. He was basically a child then -- twelve or thirteen -- but such a lovely boy, who used to tag after me as I was older, which did a lot for my self-esteem at that time. I lost contact with him after I left for boarding school but I have thought of him many times over the years and always imagined a reunion someday, which, alas, is not to be. His late sister, Courtney, was, coincidentally, at Ethel Walker's around the time as my sister. Judging by the comments here Douglas was a fine man and a beloved friend, which is to say he kept his good character and spread his love among his friends. My thoughts are with his father and extended family. We lost a good one too early!

Dan Generaux

December 13, 2018

Old acquaintance. I have thought many times about Dougie and Courtney since teaching them a little tennis back in the 80'S. My heart broke for you when I looked them up today. I have two children of my own and I can't imagine the pain of losing either one, let alone both. I wish I could have done something for them besides hitting a tennis ball around. I always remembered the kindness they showed me even as just kids. Rich as you were, they always treated me with respect. I would have reached out to them as time went by, but somehow it felt like trying to get something, instead of sharing something. Maybe my mistake
God bless,
Dan

Kim St Jean

September 10, 2018

Mr. Cramer,
I am so very sad to hear of Douglas' passing. He and I were friends in the mid 90's and I visited him in LA on two occasions and I had such a great time meeting his friends and seeing the sights. He even surprised me in Montreal once, it was his first time visiting and we called you from my house so I could meet you over the phone. Douglas and I had so much fun together, his heart was pure and he taught me so much about life, love and loss. Although we lost contact, I always thought of him and I'll never forget what a kind, thoughtful and gentle man he was. I'm deeply saddened to hear of your tremendous loss Mr. Cramer, please accept my sincere condolences.
Warm regards,
Kim from Montreal

Wendy Shear

April 23, 2018

I didn't know he died. I met him when I was an assistant director on Dynasty. He was a gentle and quiet soul. I liked him and always thought there was more to him R.I.P

Brian Ward

June 24, 2017

Thought of Douglas Jr. today, after watching an old production of his dad's.... looked him up, and so saddened to learn of this, his passing and sister's, at such young ages. Used to share the bus with Douglas as kids going to school (Buckley). I remember what a kind, bright and intelligent child he was, way ahead of his years, like no other in our group. My sincere condolences to family and friends who read this, I always felt he was destined for such great things...

Wendy Zeigler

May 6, 2017

Dearest Doug Cramer, I am Wendy Zeigler, eldest daughter of John Zeigler. When our family moved to New York, you brought my 2nd youngest sister, Becky and me to Easthampton one summer and we went to see the circus. We played in the bay and I remember how I cut my foot on a clam or something! You were so kind to us! I also remember when you brought a huge stuffed orca toy to my newborn brother in Cincinnati. You were such a good friend of my father's and I would like to let you know about my father's passing in 2012 and of his several (approximately 100?) paintings that are now in northern CA. in storage. I would like for you to see my father's art legacy. He was such a genius painter and I don't think we knew it when he was living. I am sending you my deepest (belated) condolences for the loss of your son. My website is www.wendyzs.com or email is: [email protected]. I love animals, like my Dad, do animal communication and also do art for animal rescue organizations. My phone # is 707-762-1312 if you happen to get this message, please call me or email me. I would love to connect with you, to tell you of my fond memories on Long Island and all about my Dad's fond memories of you. Sincerely, Wendy Zeigler, in Petaluma, CA.

Suzanne Stanley

December 16, 2016

Sorry this is so long after his death. Doug, we haven't met since late 1960's, but sadly my family also knows the suffering that comes from the loss of a fine young family man. May the deceased find solace and peace in God's arms.

Family never truly recovers from such a loss, and we work to regain balance and strength. But we believe in God's solace.

Sorrow and comfort to Doug and family. On behalf of our huge family, please accept our condolences.

Sincerely,
Suzanne Stanley
former wife of the late
John Zeigler

Annette Houle

October 17, 2016

I met you once. It was 31 summers ago at Hammonasset Beach. We spent the day together. One day ... Obviously, you left an impact if I'm on the internet trying to find you to see how you were. Bless your heart - you were an intelligent and amazingly kind soul who I never forgot. You still live on it the hearts of all people who knew you. RIP, friend.

Paul Barker

October 5, 2015

I can't even tell you why I looked you up on the Internet tonight, it's been years since we talked. For some reason you just popped into my head. We went to school together at Grove . We were always good friends but we lost touch over the years .
I am so very sorry to hear of your passing my old friend.

Mike O'Hara

August 25, 2015

Doug,
I;ve been struggling to come to grips with your passing. You were always a great friend to me. We shared a deep kinship that I will always treasure, especially on matters of family. You were unique, intelligent, compassionate and very loyal. Your mother was right, you had a heart of gold. I will miss your spirit. Your enthusiasm for hockey, video games, or even the latest 'can't miss' stock play! Above all, I will miss your company and friendship. You will live in on our hearts. Love you 'bro'!

David Frye

August 24, 2015

Doug, you were my best friend for well over a decade and I will always miss your kindness, loyalty and enthusiasm. I am glad that you lived to see some of your dreams fulfilled, but wish you were still around to complete the rest. You have touched my life in ways I never expected. I pray your soul is content, resting by the ocean and playing with your beloved lions. I think of you often, and know I will hear your voice echo along with every chant of your 3 favorite words, "Go, Kings, Go"

August 14, 2015

May the most High God comfort you as you mourn the loss of your loved one. (Ps. 83:18)

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