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Memories and Condolences
for Steven Kramer
Dale Bender
February 15, 2019
Steves humor will be missed. Banting back and forth was a sport he enjoyed and had fun with.
Edwina and Edward Alexander
March 5, 2008
Dear Kramer Family,
You have our deepest sympathy at this time, Steve was a close friend for over 40 years. We enjoyed his friendship, kindness, advice and humor. He will be greatly missed by all. "Wait on the Lord and He shall strengthen thine heart...." Psalm 27:14
Bob Jones
March 4, 2008
I knew Steve from CalCPA; served on Council with him and on a couple of state committees. I iwll miss him and the poems he crafted to wrap up the council meetings. I always learned something new when I talked to him.
Pat Finn
February 29, 2008
I remember Steve fondly -- especially his good humor. He cared about KPBS and gave immense amounts of time and expertise to the station over the years. We will miss him.
Jerome Brookler
February 28, 2008
I had known Steve since our high school days.Although we maintained only intermittent contact since that time,it was always like no time had passed at all on those occasions we would see one another.Steve felt close to his former classmates and would keep me up to date about them.I will always remember those conversations and of course the humor that was ever present with whatever Steve had to say.Steve was a man with a good heart.Goodbye my friend.May you rest in peace.
David Drexler
February 28, 2008
I always enjoyed chatting with Steve and greatly appreciated his good humor during our KPBS pledge drives. He will be missed by many at the station.
Stephanie Bergsma
February 28, 2008
It seems like yesterday that Steve and Gloria were managing the KPBS auction. We couldn't have done it without them. They were incomparable volunteers. Steve was a wonderful, generous man. He left a huge imprint on KPBS and all of us who worked with him.
Julie Schauble
February 28, 2008
Steve was one of KPBS' most capable and reliable volunteers, and always a joy to work with. He outlasted the tenure of multiple volunteer coordinators, me being one of them. Although I'm no longer in that role, it saddens me to know that Steve is no longer around. He was a great guy, and he made a major contribution.
Kathi Diamant
February 28, 2008
I am so sorry to hear of Steve's passing--it seems so strange that someone so exuberantly full of life could leave us without his quick smile and booming presence. I enjoyed working with him during KPBS pledge and will think of him often when I look at the volunteers in the phone banks. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends.
Kate Leonard
February 27, 2008
Steve will be greatly missed. He gave so much of his time and humor to many different groups; CalCPA and its Insurance Trust, KPBS, to name a few. May he rest in peace.
Ana Tintocalis
February 26, 2008
I didn't know Steve but I appreciate all that he did for KPBS Radio!
Skot Norton
February 26, 2008
During my many years at KPBS Steve was always one of my favorite volunteers. From the Auction days on through his last visit to the studio Steve was always quick with a smile and greeting. You will be missed my friend...fade to black and roll credits.
Megan
February 26, 2008
My thoughts are with your family. Steve was a KPBS volunteer for many years and had a great impact on me. He had a larger than life personality and was truly a lovely person.
Trisha Richter
February 26, 2008
Steve was one of the first volunteers I met when starting as volunteer coordinator at KPBS. The previous coordinator had been here for years and they were hard shoes to fill. While many volunteers really put me to the test Steve instead sat me down, gave me a history of his years with the station,and welcomed me with open arms. He advised me, always gave a helping hand and most importantly made me laugh. I could be exhausted & stressed out and he had a way of helping me to relax and see the brighter side of every situation. He and his emails will be greatly missed. He truly was a very special person.
Stephanie Lloyd
February 26, 2008
Steve was a wonderful volunteer for KPBS for many years, and he could always make me smile. He will be greatly missed.
Hilarie Wasserman
February 24, 2008
We met when we were at Crawford High. Steve was one the funny guys in our circle of friends.He was witty and charming. May he be at peace. My condolences to his daughter Suzanne and Steve's extended family.
Ellen Judy Nemes
February 24, 2008
Steve and I were close friends in high school. Steve always had a big smile, quick wit, and sage opinions. Steve loved sports. I remember watching him play on the basketball team. I remember knitting Steve a pair of socks that had a basketball hoop design. The net on the design was in long white angora yarn. I suspect he never shared that with his teammates! Steve and I went to the senior prom together. He wore a white tuxedo with a red bow tie and hanky. He was a tall and striking young man.
Richard (Dick) & Barbara (Bobbi) Stedd
February 23, 2008
Our most sincere condolences on Steve's passing. In addition to our professional (tax preparer-payer) relationship, we've enjoyed our the non-tax discussions and emails with Steve. He was a man of diverse interests from baseball to folk music. (He would have been a great stadium announcer for the Padres.) We will miss him greatly. Please advise if there will be any memorial service.
Bill Gilchrist
February 22, 2008
I have know Steve since high school. After graduation, we both earned our accounting degress at SDSC and became CPA's. Although we never worked together, over the years we constantly ran into each other at various functions. Steve did a great service to his profession and he be greatly missed.
Pat Richey Roberts
February 22, 2008
I have not kept in touch with my classmates from the class of "61," but I remember Steve well and am sorry to hear of his death. My heart goes out to those who have been close to him. Have a good journey, Steve.
Mary Ellen (Wilson) Lares
February 22, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dale Bender
February 22, 2008
Steve's humor was legendary. His humorous second language skills were unique...Bakers-burg and Gob-bin-mint were some of the favorites. No doubt, he is trading jokes with St. Peter as we write. Keep'em laughing my friend.
Stephen McDaniel
February 22, 2008
I was in Steve's '61 Class at Crawford and I remember him as a gentle person that I looked up to. I did not do well in my studies, when I even studied, but he inspired me to believe I could do better. Steve helped me to beleive College might be different and it was. Thanks Steve : )
Pamela Thompson
February 22, 2008
Steve,
As an angel looking down at those you left behind, you can now see what you were probably too modest to see while here with us. Your honesty and intellect challenged each of us to work harder for the good of others which we will continue to do in your honor. I will also always remember that no matter how harsh the debates were at CalCPA council meetings, you brought us all together after the meeting with your fun-loving spirit. You made a deep positive impact on so many people. We will miss you.
Dale Bender
February 22, 2008
Steve was a character. His posting were a source of humor for me, since he on numerous occasions referred my home town as "Bakers-burg" and the US "gob-bin-mint' while I would proudly tag him with a "big foot" icon. Our exchanges via email would be out right gut splitting hilarious. He's probably trading jokes with St Peter as I write. What an individual!!
Dale W Bender
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Ellen Hahn
February 22, 2008
I didn't know Steve; my mother knew his mother and she spoke so fondly of her. Jeanette--I am so sad to hear of Steve's death. I KNOW my Mom would have called to share your sadness. Please accept my heartfelt condolences on her behalf. Ellen (Evelyn Scott's daughter)
John Benson
February 22, 2008
Steve will be missed by all his collegues in the accounting professions. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
David S. Nichols
February 22, 2008
Although I did not know him well, I remember Steve from high school. He had a way of being big and doing things in a big way so that his influence and inspiration spread out readily to others, and he drew people to himself for noble purposes. He was a good man and an easy one to admire.
Bob Abelson
February 22, 2008
We will all miss Steve's sense of humor and vigilent monitoring of the CPA listserves, where he would remind us that it's not all as serious as we sometimes make it out to be. I chatted with Steve from time to time at CPA functions and learned that his cousin John and I were fraternity bro's at SDSU many moons ago. I will miss Steve.
Harold Katz, CPA
February 22, 2008
I would like to offer my condolences to Steve's family. Steve represented all that was good about the CPA profession. He will be missed.
Alison Ball, Intuit Inc.
February 22, 2008
Steve will be missed - his thought leadership and generosity with his knowledge was an inspiration to all. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Michele Ruja Jirek
February 22, 2008
Steve was a friend to talk to for hours. Thank you for all the years of good conversation and for all the years of doing my parents' returns.
Tony Teng
February 22, 2008
We will miss you Steve. Your wisdom, friendship, and your infectious smile and humor can never be replaced. Peace be with you.
Len Williams
February 22, 2008
All of us have lost a great friend and fellow CPA.
John Levy
February 21, 2008
Steve Kramer
A very special person - to so many of us.
Laura Kauls
February 21, 2008
To the Kramer Family,
Our deepest condolences to you at this time, from a colleague of Steve's. It was fun knowing him, and enjoying his wit and wisdom.
Best wishes to his daughter and the new baby.
Linda Heineman
February 21, 2008
I met Steve many years ago at a CalCPA function and immediately liked him. As it ended up, we both served on the Council together for a long time and I always admired his complete dedication to making the profession better. We, as CPAs, owe him a huge debt of gratitude.
On a more personal note, Steve always told the funniest stories, sent me the BEST jokes and we had many, many laughs together. I will deeply miss him.
My condolences to his family and friends. There was only one Steve Kramer - he was the best!
Judy Graziani
February 21, 2008
So many of us at CalCPA will miss him. Steve was always looking out for the best interests of his fellow members and when he spoke, he spoke from the heart. He will be hard to forget.
Jim Kuhn
February 21, 2008
Steve had a special spot in my life. I hired him from H&S and he proved to be the talent I suspected was there and more. He was willing to stand up for what he believed aaathrough thick and thin. A true man of principle. He will be missed by many. May he rest in peace. Jim Kuhn
Robert Kosbie
February 21, 2008
I enjoyed working with Steve for many years through various Cal Society committees and such. He was a tremendous force in the CPA community and will be missed.
My condolences to his family and friends.
Brian Rush
February 21, 2008
Steve will be greatly missed as he did so much for his profession, his community and for all those who knew him.
Ernest F Howard CPA
February 21, 2008
In the passing of Steve Kramer we have lost a gentlemen, a scholar and a friend.
My condolences and best wishes to his friends and family.
Tony Urrutia
February 21, 2008
The intellectual opinion, the professional wisdom, and the uninterested friendhip lost one of their most adamant cavaliers. CalCPA and the profession will not be same without you. I did not get to know you very well, but knew you well enough to know that your presence will be sorely missed. God Bless you.
Jeffrey Dreyer
February 21, 2008
All California CPAs were saddened to hear of Steve's passing. He was a nice person, a professional's professional and a great resource to those who benefitted from the knowledge he shared on the professional listserves in which he participated. My condolences to his family, whose personal loss I am sure I cannot fathom.
Leslie LaManna
February 21, 2008
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
William Sturgeon
February 21, 2008
Farewell, Steve, I will miss your friendship and your sage advice and counsel.
Bill
Johanna Sweaney Salt
February 21, 2008
Always positive, always ready to provide encouragement or a silly poem, always willing to share his knowledge and experience, Steve was everything that is right about the CPA profession. May we all strive to be like him in that regard, and may he rest in peace in the loving arms of his Creator. Thank you, Uncle Stevie, for all you have done for the profession in general and me specifically. I'm going to miss you immensely.
Jeanne Mann
February 21, 2008
To Steve's Family: I sincerely hope you cherish your memories of Steve and allow those memories to sustain you through life and grant you peace is his passing.
Steve was a very special man. I am forever grateful to him for his advice (both professional and personal) his selfless dedication to our profession and his friendship. The CPA's in California owe a great deal to Steve. Thank you Steve for you service. My life is enriched for having met you. "The Kid"
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