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Richard Cramer Obituary
Richard L. "Swede" Cramer, 79, of Tiffin, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 20, 2023, at Mercy Health – Tiffin Hospital.
Dick was born Sept. 2, 1944, in Tiffin, to Frederick and Ruth (Werley) Cramer. He married Karen (Ruffing) on April 24, 1981, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, Tiffin, and she survives in Tiffin.
Dick's other survivors include his son, Matthew (Elyse) Cramer and their son, Myles of Tiffin; sisters, Judy Gustafson of Punta Gorda, Florida, and Jean Reidel of Phoenix, Arizona; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Frederick "Butch" Cramer; and sisters, Janet "Mary" Cramer and Kathleen Reinhart.
Dick was a 1962 graduate of Tiffin Calvert High School and was employed by Atlas Crankshaft for over 30 years. He was a lifelong Cleveland sports and Ohio State fan, rarely missing a Browns, Guardians, or Buckeyes game. He also loved playing with his grandson, Myles, gardening, and vacationing in Florida. Dick was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and he will be tremendously missed by all who knew him.
Mass of Christian burial will be 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, at St. Joseph Catholic Church with the Rev. Anthony Coci officiating. A Rosary will be prayed 30 minutes prior to Mass at church. Visitation for family and friends will be 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Wednesday at Engle-Shook Funeral Home & Crematory, Tiffin. Burial will follow services Wednesday at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to F.A.C.T.
Online condolences may be left for the family at www.shookfamilyfh.com.
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Nancy and Mike Heydinger
September 23, 2023
Oh Karen I was so shocked to hear of Dick's passing. You and your family have our heartfelt sympathy. He was such a good man and feel blessed that I had led him to you, my sweet friend. Keep his love in your heart and his memories close.
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