Dee was born on May 2, 1930, to Frederick and Marjorie Kramer in Grand Rapids, MI. Dee graduated from Ottawa Hills High School. He went on to attend Michigan State University and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in science. Dee was very proud to join the United States Air Force. In 1960, he married the love of his life, Barbara Williams and had three wonderful children. Dee spent a good portion of his life working as an Aerospace Engineer with Lear Siegler Incorporated. Dee also ran the Magic Finishing Co. He enjoyed belonging to Bayshore Yacht Club and loved everyone in the Eagle Crest neighborhood. Dee loved many things, including sports, travel, and his family. Dee and his daughter Karen spent 30 years volunteering with the Special Olympics. There are many words to describe Dee, including but not limited to, kind, generous, people person, and high integrity. Dee will be deeply missed by all.
Dee is survived by: his son, Larry Kramer; daughters, Karen Kramer and Carla Kramer; many nieces and nephews.
Dee was preceded in death by: his loving wife, Barbara Kramer; parents, Frederick and Marjorie Kramer; brother, Fred Kramer; sisters, Sally Bettiga and Mary Lockwood.
The family would like to give a special thanks to the wonderful staff with Hospice of Holland.
In Lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Hospice of Holland.
A visitation will take place on Wednesday July 2 2025, from 10am to 11am at Our Lady of the Lake, 480 152nd Ave. Holland, MI 49424, followed by a funeral Mass at 11am.
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