Robert M. Cramer

CENTERVILLE, Ind. - Robert M. Cramer, age 69, of Centerville, died Thursday, June 13, 2013, at his home after a lengthy illness. Born September 6, 1943, in Dayton, Ohio, to Clarence James and Anna Marie Feller Cramer, he lived in Centerville, Indiana, since 1994. Bob was a graduate of Chaminade High School in Dayton, earned a bachelor's degree in business from Wright State University and a master's degree in business from the University of Dayton. He was a U.S. Army veteran, serving in Vietnam. Bob was a financial advisor and owner of Structures and Strategies in Centerville, Indiana. He worked for Bank One Capital in Indianapolis, Kemper Financial in Columbus, Ohio, and was the Financial Director of the City of Dayton. Bob was a former board member of the Special Olympics of Dayton. He enjoyed his work, reading, hunting, and the outdoors. Bob loved his family and each one had a special place in his heart. His focus was always on others and not on himself. Survivors include his wife, Robin K. Dancer Cramer, to whom he was married December 4, 1993; children, Lisa (Jody) Guirrino of Dayton, Ohio, Cami (Hobie) Sears of Kettering, Ohio, Cara (John) Dues of Kettering, Ohio, Robert Sean Payne of Hamilton, Ohio, Jeremy Dancer of Richmond, and Jessica Wilson of Centerville, Indiana; 17 grandchildren known to him by their nicknames, Coobunner, Frog, Dimes, Truck, Teacup, Twitch, Jewwa, Pelt, Plug, Dinkydoo, Brogan, Carrot, Hobbit, Dessire, Cara, Jordan, and Katie; five great-grandchildren; brother, John (Kathy) Cramer of Oregon; nieces; nephews, including Rhino and Bubba; and many friends. He was preceded in death by his father; son, Billy Cramer; brothers, Tom and Cliff Cramer; and his beloved hunting dog, Macee. Visitation for Robert M. Cramer will be from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at Mills Funeral Home, 405 East Main Street, Centerville, Indiana. Funeral service will be at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, at Mills Funeral Home with Chaplain Jon Hudnall officiating. Burial will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, Fort Jefferson, Ohio, with military honors provided by the Wayne County Honor Guard. Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society, Wayne County Unit, 4567 Progress Drive, Columbus, IN 47201.

Robert M. Cramer

September 6, 1943 - June 13, 2013