Robert Lee Kramer

Robert Lee Kramer obituary, Chandlerville, IL

Robert Lee Kramer

Robert Kramer Obituary

Published by Legacy on Jan. 23, 2026.
Robert Lee "Bob" Kramer, 77, of Chandlerville, passed away at his home, at 5:59 p.m., on Monday, January 19, 2026. He was born January 24, 1948, on the family farm, near Bath, to Henry and Pauline (Blair) Kramer.

Mr. Kramer is survived by two sisters: Sharon Thompson, of Hanna City, Illinois, and Shelia (Don) Dempsey, of Washington, Illinois; six nephews: Dan Morse, Guy Morse, J.C. Dempsey, J. D. Dempsey, Tom Dempsey and Bret Dempsey; and numerous great-nieces and great-nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, and one sister, Shirley Shinall.

Mr. Kramer was a lifelong farmer. He was a member of Mason County Farm Bureau and a Ducks Unlimited supporter. He was a conservationist who always made sure to leave hedgerows on the farm for pheasant habitat. He also enjoyed hunting.

Private graveside services will be held at a later date at Fairview Cemetery, near Bath.

Memorial contributions may be made to Fairview Cemetery. Online memorial messages may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com.

Hurley Funeral Home, in Havana, is in charge of arrangements.

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