Robert Ren Kramer was born November 25, 1942 in Valentine, NE.  He was one of four children born to Ren R. and Sylvia (Copeland) Kramer.  Bob received his formal education in the Valentine School system graduating from Valentine Rural High School.

He served his country by serving in the United States Army being inducted on October 27, 1964 and being honorable discharged June 30, 1985.

Bob married Katherine Tappe September 23, 1967 at St. Nicholas Catholic Church in Valentine.  This union was blessed with four children.   He enjoyed fishing, hunting, wine making, and bird watching. His greatest love was his family and spending time with them.

Bob passed away September 21, 2020 at Cherry County Hospital in Valentine at age 77.  He was preceded in death by his Father Ren Kramer and Mother Sylvia Sharp, Brother Fred Kramer and Sister Phyllis Kramer Duryea.

He is survived by his Wife Kay, Daughters Patricia Sherman, Roberta (Matt) Lomax, Dorothy (Rex) Gallino and Son William Kramer, 5 Grandchildren, 2 Great Grandchildren and Brother Lee Kramer.

A private graveside service will be held at a later date.