Michael Kramer Obituary

Michael Joseph Kramer

May 31, 1949 - Sep 6, 2024

Norwalk

Michael Joseph Kramer, 75, residing in Norwalk, passed away Friday evening, Sept. 6, 2024, at home after battling Parkinson's Disease for more than 35 years.

Born on May 31, 1949, in Sandusky, Michael was the son of the late Robert and Jeanne (Windau) Kramer. A proud graduate of St. Paul High School in Norwalk, class of 1967, he went on to further his education at United Electronics Institute and earned a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from The Ohio State University.

Michael honorably served in the US Army in the Vietnam War, where he earned the Bronze Star and the Army Commendation Medal among other awards. After his military service, he began his career in engineering. He worked at Toledo Scale before completing his degree and later continued his career at Tenneco in Milan, from which he retired in 1997. An active member of his community, Michael was involved with St. Anthony's Catholic Church in Milan and held memberships with tVFW Norwalk Post 2743 and Knights of Columbus in Norwalk.

In his spare time, Michael was passionate about computers and exploring new technology, often inventing solutions for everyday problems. He stayed active through walking and participating in various exercise programs for Parkinson's and fitness. Michael especially enjoyed meeting new people and treasured time with family and friends. He devoted much of his time to supporting Parkinson's patients, contributing to their well-being through innovative designs and active involvement in support groups.

Michael is survived by his wife of more than 50 years, Linda (Murray) Kramer, whom he married on Dec. 29, 1973, at St. Anthony's Church. He is also survived by his daughter, Jennifer (Tommie) Bell of Detroit, Michigan; sons, Eric Kramer of Huron and Daniel (Joselyd) Kramer of Washington D.C.; four grandchildren, Trystan, Shaylinn, Julissa and Tommie Bell Jr; his sister, Betty Jeanne Kramer SND of Jacksonville, Florida; brothers, Tony (Lynn) Kramer of San Antonio, Texas, Roger (Amy) Kramer of Kent and Jim (Sue) Kramer of Norwalk; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other relatives.

In addition to his parents, Michael is preceded in death by his brother, Eugene "Gene" Kramer; and his niece, Lena Kramer.

Friends may call from 4-7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12, 2024, at Groff Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1 S Main St. Milan, OH 44846. A Memorial Mass will be at 10:30 am Friday, Sept. 13, 204, at St. Anthony's Catholic Church, 130 Main St., Milan, OH. Burial will follow at St. Anthony's Cemetery, Milan, OH.

Those wishing to contribute to Michael's memory may do so to Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research Grand Central Station P.O. Box 4777, New York, NY 10163; St. Anthony Catholic Church, 145 S. Center St., Milan, OH 44846; or St. Paul Catholic High School, 93 E Main St, Norwalk, OH 44857.

Condolences may be shared online at www.grofffuneralhomes.com.