Donna J. Cramer-Bruns

Donna J. Cramer-Bruns obituary

Donna J. Cramer-Bruns

Donna Cramer-Bruns Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Garnand Funeral Homes - Garden City on Feb. 2, 2026.
Donna J. Cramer-Bruns, 95, was born on March 29, 1930, to Conrad and Geneva Gustafson of Knoxville, Illinois. They preceded her in death as well as a brother Marvin Gustafson of Galesburg, Illinois. Also preceding her in death was her husband Charles "Ed" Cramer and Jack Bruns.

Donna is survived by a brother, Willard Gustafson of Knoxville, Illinois; and her 5 children Dan Cramer (MarySue Lightner) of Alma Center, Wisconsin, Debbie Cramer of Denver, Colorado, Connie Pierce (Tim) of Crescent City, California, Carol Westerman of Crescent City, California, and Phil Cramer (Kala Taylor) of Texarkana, Texas. Donna also has 12 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren who survive.

Donna enjoyed painting, sewing, and entertaining friends. She was laid to rest with her children by her side. No public services were held. Condolences may be given at garnandfuneralhomes.com.

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