Richard "Dick" L. Kramer

Richard “Dick” L. Kramer, Born July 24, 1941 in Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Cecilia (Ringle) Kramer; two brothers, William Kramer and Gerald Kramer; and his son, Dane Kramer. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret (Peggy) Kramer (Fane); daughter, Casady (Steve) Williamson; daughter-in-law, Jayme (Angermeier) Kramer; six grandchildren, Audrey, Lucy, and Susan Williamson, and Crayton, Kenzie and Clover Kramer; as well as his foster son, Dennis Brown. Surviving siblings include Ron (Lois) Kramer, Carol Taylor, Linda VanTreese, and Tom (Jodeen) Kramer; and sister-in-law, Mary Kramer. He also leaves behind numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins, as well as his dear friend, James Kuhlmeyer. Dick was a very active member of St. Therese (Little Flower) Parish. He served on many committees over the years and was a lector and an extraordinary minister of the Holy Eucharist. He attended grade school at St. Francis de Sales (class of 1955), high school at Father Thomas Scecina Memorial (class of 1959). Dick graduated from Marian (College) University with a degree in Business and Accounting. He served in the Peace Corp in Chile and in the United States Army. After his discharge in 1968, he met Peggy and they married in 1969. He was the Superintendent of the Juvenile Detention Center for several years before earning a Master’s Degree in Psychiatric Social Work from Indiana University. He then worked for the Archdiocese at Catholic Charities before retiring. Over the years, he and Peggy opened their home to many guests ranging from troubled youths, international high school students, and adult social workers visiting through an international exchange. A self-taught, do it yourself “Mr. Fix It”, he liked to stay busy and never shied away from trying to fix anything (or anyone) that was broken or in need of some TLC, never expecting anything in return. He selflessly gave of his time and talent wherever and whenever he could. He loved to laugh and joke with everyone he knew. His humor was quick and often a little sassy and sarcastic. He took pride in being ornery, especially after turning 80. He will be greatly missed. Visitation will be Tuesday, October 28, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Shirley Brothers Irving Hill Chapel, 5377 East Washington Street. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Little Flower Catholic Church, 4720 East 13th Street, with visitation one hour prior. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Little Flower Parish Home Improvement Fund, 4720 East 13th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201.

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Richard "Dick" L. Kramer

July 24, 1941 - October 19, 2025