Richard "Dick" L. Kramer

Richard “Dick” L. Kramer, Born July 24, 1941 in Indianapolis, Indiana passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025. Dick was a very active member of St. Therese (Little Flowe) Parish where he served on many committees over the years as well as being a lector and an extraordinary minister of the Holy Eucharist. He attended grade school at St. Francis de Sales (class of 1955), and high school at Fr. 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 Social Services 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. Dick’s 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, September 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. Dick is survived by his wife of 56 years, Margaret “Peggy” (Fane) Kramer; daughter, Casady (Steve) Kramer Williamson; daughter-in-law, Jayme (Angermeier) Kramer; six grandchildren, Audrey, Lacy, and Susan Williamson, and Crayton, Kenzie and Clover Kramer; siblings, Ron (Lois) Kramer, Carol Taylor, Linda VanTreese, and Tom (Jodeen) Kramer; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins; and his dear friend, James Kuhlmeyer. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Cecilia (Ringle) Kramer; brothers, William and Gerald Kramer; and his son, Dane Kramer.

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Richard "Dick" L. Kramer

July 24, 1941 - October 19, 2025