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Diana Cramer Obituary
Diana was born Feb. 5, 1940, in New London, daughter of the late Ellsworth and Betty (Gordon) Cramer. She graduated from Norwich Free Academy and was awarded a bachelor's degree in education from Eastern Connecticut State College, and a master's degree and sixth year certificate in reading from Central Connecticut State College. She also received a certificate in business management from Mohegan Community College .
After retiring from a 30 year career in teaching, she worked as a manager for the family business, Gordon's Yellow Front Wines & Liquors in New London.
She served four terms on the Waterford R.T.M. and was chair of the public protection and safety committee and for the past four years she served as democratic registrar of voters for the Town of Waterford. She also served as a member of the Waterford Housing Authority, was the Waterford representative to the S.E.A.T. board for six years, a member of Oswegatchie Fire Police, and was a justice of the peace. She was a member of the Waterford Rotary Club and was a recipient of the Paul Harris award, a life member of Hadassah, a congregant of Beth Jacob Synagogue in Norwich, served on the board of the Beechwood Estates and was a graduate of the Waterford Citizens Police Academy.
She loved traveling around the world especially with her nieces and nephew and enjoyed reading, movies and animals, especially her dogs.
She is survived by her brother, Edward Cramer and his wife, Jenny; her nieces, Alyssa Cohen and her husband, Matthew, Erika Spano and her husband, Christopher; and nephew, Jonathan Cramer and his wife, Lauren; five grandnieces and nephews and several cousins.
A funeral service will be held 1 p.m. Sunday, at Temple Emanu-El , 29 Dayton Road, Waterford. Burial in Hebrew Benevolent Cemetery in Preston is private. Following the funeral service, Shiva will be observed until 9 p.m. at the Cramer family residence, 22 Alewife Road, Waterford and again from 1-4 and 7-9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday
Donations in lieu of flowers may be made to the Ellsworth Cramer Scholarship Fund at Norwich Free Academy, 300 Broadway., Norwich, CT 06360 or Hospice of Southeastern CT, 227 Dunham St., Norwich, CT 06360 or to a charity of the donors choice.
Byles Memorial Home, 99 Huntington St., New London, is assisting with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Diana Cramer
Dave Fairman
May 28, 2025
Rest in Peace Diane a life well lived
Sharon (Smotrich) Roberts
May 16, 2016
I was just thinking about my grandfather and his family and how much I enjoyed visiting Norwich with him and my uncles, Uncle Ellsworth and Uncle Eli, and my cousins, Diana and Eddy Cramer. I decided to look up on the modern technology assistance called the computer, the Cramer family. I am so sorry to hear about Diana. I know what it is like to lose a sibling. I, too, have lost my brother. I want the Cramer family to know that even after all these years, I still miss my grandfather and his brothers, my uncles, Diana's father, who has also passed, my Uncle Ellsworth. The family was always so good to me and my grandfather. Again, to all of Diana's family, I am truly sorry for your loss.....
May 27, 2015
The New London County Registrars of Voters would like to send their condolences to Diana's family. She was a pleasure to work with and will be missed.
Patricia Sanders
May 8, 2015
I was so sad to hear of Diane's passing. I am her next door neighbor, but have been in Florida, unaware of this. My thoughts and prayers are with all her family. She will be sadly missed.
Jolene Ruffo
May 1, 2015
I worked with Diana in the Norwich Public School system as a Reading Consultant. She was a wonderful individual and a pleasure to teach with. I extend my sincere condolences to her family on the loss of such a special person. Respectfully, Jolene Ruffo
Michael Hannan
April 30, 2015
It was a great pleasure to have gotten to know Diana while we served on the Waterford RTM together. Our deepest sympathies to your family at this time.
April 29, 2015
Ed and family. My deepest sympathy on the passing of Diana. Tony Landino
Melissa Robbins
April 27, 2015
I met Diana when I was a new teacher in Norwich. She and Avis Lemire shared their teaching office with me at Veterans' Memorial School. In addition to guiding me in the instruction of small groups of students, Diana helped coach me as I prepared to take my Comprehensive Exams while earning my Masters Degree at UCONN. Her assistance at the beginning of my career was invaluable. She was a wonderful person. Our world needs more people like Diana Cramer. My sympathies go out to her family. Sincerely, Melissa Robbins (formerly of Norwich, CT)
Lisa Cormier (Lemire)
April 27, 2015
My mother and Miss Cramer were very close friends. They went to school at Eastern Teacher's College (ECSU) and taught at Veteran's Memorial School in Norwich. I remember several nights of Chanukah at her home. Her mother and father would be there and Diana would laugh as she squirmed and blocked her own ears because she sang very off key. However, I thought her singing was beautiful. It reflected her humility, kindness and generosity. I feel it was an honor to have known Diana and the world is a little less fortunate to have lost her.
Kenneth Weeks
April 26, 2015
To the Ed Cramer family: I'm deeply sorry for your loss. In sympathy,
April 26, 2015
Dear Ed : Nancy notified me of Diana's passing. I am truly sorry for your loss.Having been blessed with a sister myself, I can imagine what grief you must be experiencing right now. I trust that the memories of your dear sister( such an accomplished lady )will only improve with time. Take care. Warmest personal regards, Morris
Sheila and Edward Wheeler
April 26, 2015
Dear Ed and Jenny,
Our sympathies are with you and your family. We knew Diana only slightly but were always impressed by her warmth. We remember her with respect, and we hope that you find consolation in your gief.
April 25, 2015
i am sooo sorry for loss & sadness. dino dart in fla.
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