Peter Kramer

Peter Kramer

April 13, 1952 - May 04, 2024

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Peter Martin Kramer, 72, of Danville, passed away May 4, 2024. He was born in Eystrup, Germany to Maria Stibbe & Gunter Kramer. (Step-mother Maria Kramer & Step-Father Adolf Stibbe) After leaving Eystrup, his family moved to Racine, Wisconsin where he spent his young life growing up before he settled in Indiana. Throughout his school years, he was a strong academic & athlete. After graduation, Pete would join the hit local band, The Trendels, originating in 1968. Playing the keyboard alongside friends he would have for life, brought him so much joy. He loved adventure. He would end his career "drivin' truck", alongside Jackie as his passenger, retiring in 2008. He loved to spend time with his family, watch football, play golf, and listen to music. Pete was kind, (a big teddy bear to most), smart, contagiously funny, loving, and the “stubborn ol' German.” He made friends anywhere he went. He made sure to speak to his best friend, Bob (Linda) Petrouske, weekly up to his passing. Pete is preceded in death by his loving wife, Jaqueline Kay, Parents: Gunter(Maria) Kramer, and Maria Stibbe. He leaves behind - Children: Paul(Julie) Kramer, Eric Kramer and Kari Kramer (Clayton). Grandchildren: Camber, Justin, Christian, and Jillian. Many friends & extended relatives. He will be deeply missed, always remembered, and welcomed into heavens arms, where mom awaits him with a smile.

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Robert Wilhoite
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Uncle Pete was full of jokes and always had us laughing. Loved all the time I got to spend with him growing up. He always treated us kids and friends like we were his own. Uncle Pete you will be missed deeply and I know you are happy again being back with Aunt Jackie. Love, Robert Wilhoite
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Aj Firmin
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Pete was such a great man he treated me like I was one of his own. I know he is happy now to be back with his loving wife, Jackie
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reinhard weiss
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My favorite time with Cousin Pete he called to see if I wanted to help load a house. We were cracking so many jokes that by the end of the day my gut was hurting. We had to scold each other to NOT make jokes when we were carrying the heavy stuff (which of course had the opposite effect - not good when it is some ridiculously expensive item!!!). Pete had that knack for delivering the punch line with a straight face. Pete was a few years older than the rest of the 'cousins', so he did a lot more with the adults than the kids when we were younger ... but the family gatherings or fishing trips with Uncle Henry, Uncle Marty and Pete were legendary. Rest in Peace, Pete ... we will see you and Tante Maria again!
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Barry Roselle
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Pete was such a good guy…Super funny and one of my best friends when we worked together for 8 year's at Rainfair. He taught me how to play keyboard after work, and I sat next to him, both of us playing on several occasions when ‘The Trendels’ played, which was almost every Friday / Saturday night…I’m so happy to have made contact with Pete again on Facebook where we were able to catch-up…and laugh again. I will truly miss him, and I Pray for comfort Blessing to his family (which I know he loved ‘to the moon and back’) - RIP my Friend
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Ryan and Samantha Hicks
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Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in these difficult times. What an amazing person and remarkable life Pete had. It was an honor to have known him. There are no words for the legacy he has left to his family. Pete's shining personality will live on in our hears.
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Teresa Tucker
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Kerry I’m so sorry to hear about your dad ! Thoughts and prayers with much love… Teresa Tucker

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