Gary Wayne Kramer
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Gary Wayne Kramer of Magnolia and formerly of Fredericksburg passed away on Wednesday April 20, 2022 at the age of 71. Only son and eldest of two children, he was born April 27, 1950 to Ell & Nora Kramer at Keidel Memorial Hospital in Fredericksburg, TX.
Gary was a proud member of the Fredericksburg High School Class of 1968, studied at Schreiner University, and served in the United States Army Reserves, receiving an Honorable Discharge. In his earlier years, his pride and joy was his '67 purple Camaro SS, which had the distinct title of being the fastest car in town and beat anyone that came to town to challenge him.
Gary's first job was working at his dad's tractor dealership in Fredericksburg. He got his entrepreneurial spirit from his father and turned that drive into a successful career spanning 40+ years in residential construction; bringing thousands of families' dream homes to life across the United States. Simply by providing the tools and empowering clients through home shows, seminars, workshops, and radio in various states to Be Your Own Builder; Gary's marketing brilliance, forward thinking, and business model single-handedly changed the industry.
Gary's charismatic way of storytelling showcased his comedic wit - with an ever-gleeful smile, he left anyone within earshot nearly fainting with laughter. His legacy will remain imprinted on family and friends through these countless retellings of the larger-than-life tale he was living. He had a deep love for his family, but nothing brought more joy than being "Opa" to his grandkids.
He will be greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.
Gary is survived by his four sons, Dustin and Jamie Kramer, Sheldon and Trisha Hacker, Joshua Kramer, Sterling Kramer; one daughter, Cory and Brian Camp Sr.; grandchildren: Kolton, Kason, Brian Jr., Ella, Gavin, Kannon, Grace, Ellis, and newborn Bladen Ell; sister, Cinda Lou and Gerald Usener; nieces Cassandra Usener and Michelle Strickland.
Gary is preceded in death by his parents.
A Celebration of Life in Gary's honor will be held Sunday, June 26, 2022 from 1-3 p.m. at Herman's Hill Event Center 2736 N U.S. Hwy 87 Fredericksburg, TX 78624. Visit https://fb.me/e/1GjyGbjHp for more information.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that memorials be given in his memory to the American Heart Association or the organization of your choice.