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Shrewsbury - Allen A. Cramer, age 95, died peacefully at home on October 15, 2020. Allen was an honest man who taught by example, and a happy man who enjoyed life and his family.
Allen was born in Worcester and graduated from Classical High School. Just before graduation, he enlisted in the US Army, but had to wait for a month, until he was 18 years old, to be called to active duty. He served in the infantry as a rifleman with the 11th Armored Division. He was wounded in The Battle of the Bulge, in Belgium. After a hospital stay, he returned to his outfit. They were the first troops to enter and liberate Gusen Concentration Camp in Austria just as the war in Europe was coming to an end. Allen was awarded The Purple Heart Medal, The Bronze Star Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge, and 3 battle stars.
While a student at Harvard University, Allen married the love of his life, Natalie Broder. After graduation, he joined his father in the Louis H. Cramer insurance agency, retiring in 1985. He served as Worshipful Master of Matthew John Whittall Lodge of Masons and as District Deputy Grand Marshal. He also served as President of The Worcester Insurance Society.
Allen enjoyed dancing with Natalie, including square dancing. He was an avid swimmer and an avid HAM radio operator. In retirement, Allen and Natalie traveled the U.S. extensively, driving to all 48 lower states.
Allen is survived by his beloved wife of 73 years, Natalie Cramer; their sons, Michael Cramer and his wife Marsha, and Zak Cramer and his wife Susan; grandchildren, Melanie Cramer, and Matthew Cramer and his wife Kaylee; great-grandchildren, April Cryan and Logan Cramer; and his brother, Russell Cramer.
The family would like to thank everyone at The Residence at Orchard Grove for making his last days so wonderful.
Memorial donations may be made to Rachel's Table, 633 Salisbury Street, Worcester, MA 01609, or to a charity of the donor's choice.
The family will hold a private graveside service.
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James Gershman
February 10, 2021
It is February 10, 2021 and I just learned of Allen's passing as I was searching on the Internet for his phone number. I hadn't spoken to him for more than a year and I had a fond ham radio recollection that I wanted to share with him.
To Natalie, with whom my wife and I enjoyed a delightful luncheon in "far away" Taunton, and to Allen's children and grandchildren, whom Allen held in the highest affection, I offer my sympathy at the loss of a fine fellow, a great man with a quiet manner, possessing a subtle force for good.
Surely you will have warm memories of Allen, my Masonic brother and fellow ham operator, forever.
Jim Gershman, K1JJJ
Warwick, RI
Patti Libman Crosby
October 19, 2020
I have such warm memories of Alan. He was always such a wonderful calm and sweet man.
I am so sorry for Natalie and his sons. May your memories bring you all comfort during this hard time!
Russell Cramer
October 19, 2020
Allen will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.
With love. Brother Russ
Ann Thayer
October 18, 2020
Michael, Marsha, and family. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. So sorry for your loss. Ann and Paul Thayer
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richard cramer
October 18, 2020
Allen's and Natalie's life was one of the greatest love stories of all times .Their love for each other and their wonderful family will live on forever
Wendy Wilson
October 18, 2020
Dear Natalie and family,
So sorry for your loss. Condolences from my Mom and I. He was a great man and
neighbor for 61 years.
Wendy
Sheri Schongold
October 15, 2020
Allen,
I am sorry for the loss of your father. May his name be for a blessing.
Sheri Schongold
October 15, 2020
Allen,
I am sorry for the loss of your father. May his name be for a blessing.
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