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Peter Kramer Obituary
March 31, 1951 - December 07, 2014
Hillsborough, NC
Peter Richard Kramer died peacefully at his farm surrounded by his daughters and wife. Born in New York City, Kramer received his BA from Duke University and his MSW from UNC. In 1978 he purchased a farm in Orange County where he lived the remainder of his life, splitting wood and swimming in his pond with his dogs. He played in many area bands and created a popular music space on his farm.
Kramer served a devoted career with OPC Mental Health until 2011. He was a passionate volunteer, honored with the Pauli Murray Award in 2011 among many others.
Kramer is survived by his wife of 33 years, Susan Gladin, and by daughters Jessie Gladdek and Amanda Gladin-Kramer, by two sons-in-laws, Matt Gladdek and Alejandro Merchan, and one grandson, Levin Peter Gladdek, all living in the area. He is also survived by his mother, Sonia Drimmer of Rye, NY, and his sister, Karen Kramer of NYC. He is pre-deceased by his father, Herbert Kramer and his step-father, Harold Drimmer.
For information on memorial services and how to support Kramer's legacy, visit peterupdates.blogspot.com.
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Debbi Huntoon
December 4, 2024
I received an email reminder that it is almost 10 years since Peter's death. I read my original post and our field placement together. I am thinking of his wife, children, and grandchildren as you mourn his presence in your lives. I mourn that Peter missed time with all of you, his music, and his community. As you do, I am grateful that his earthly body was released from the pain and suffering caused by cancer. He was truly a good person.
Debbi Huntoon
December 10, 2014
I met Peter in August 1986 when we began our field placement at the DukeCommunity Guidance Clinic. We were second year MSW students at UNC's School of Social Work. It was a challenging placement, as at that time the Clinic served many children in foster care as well as others who had a history of trauma. We commiserated together as we learned to write process recordings of our sessions. I remember Peter often spoke of his wife and daughters. I last saw Peter maybe 15 years ago. I did not know about his illness until I saw his obituary this morning. I just finished reading his blog. I'm not surprised that Peter lived his life fully and with grace. Rest in peace, my old friend.
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