Obituary of Theodore KRAMER

Theodore Lee Kramer, 73, passed away January 20, 2004 in Lake Havasu City, AZ. He was born to Robert and Estelle (Timms) Kramer on March 9, 1930 in Chicago, IL.Ted made Lake Havasu his home 14 years ago, moving here from Louisville, KY where he was an engineer for International Harvester (a tractor manufacturer) for 38 years.Mr. Kramer was a proud veteran in the US Air Force during the Korean Conflict. He was also a member of the Air Force Sergeants Association, the Experimental Aircraft Association, a lifetime member of the National Rifle Association and was an ICSA Swimming Team Coach. Ted was an avid fan of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Chicago Cubs and loved to golf and fish.Ted is survived by his best friend and beloved wife of 54 years, Betty; son, Tee Kramer of Corona, CA; daughters, Rachelle Richards of Seattle, WA and Radiene Watson of Parker, CO; brother, Bill Kramer of Chicago, IL; grandchildren, Sara McGeorge, Laura Laughing, Trey Kramer, all of Louisville, KY, Jessica Watson and Phillip Watson of Parker, CO. He will also be dearly missed by his four great grandchildren.He is preceded in by his parents, Robert and Estelle Kramer; daughter, Renae; brother, Bob Kramer and grandson, Lenny Zirnheld III.Ted cherished his family and friends and will be missed by everyone who had the opportunity to know him.Arrangements were entrusted to Lietz-Fraze Funeral Home.