James Henry “Jim” Kramer

OTTOVILLE – James Henry “Jim” Kramer, 89, of Ottoville, passed away at 6:59 a.m., Thursday, October 29, 2026, at Vancrest of Delphos. He was born June 30, 1937, in Fort Jennings to the late Theodore and Velma (Heitmeyer) Kramer. On April 11, 1959, he married Theresa Kemper, who survives in Ottoville.

Other survivors include three children: Joyce (Mark) Hoffman, Donald (Judy) Kramer and Robert (Judy) Kramer; nine grandchildren: Matt Kramer, Megan Kramer, Mandy (Adam) Ream, Tim (Tasha) Kramer, Lauren (Hunter) Bosch, Nicole (Joe) Van Oss, Ryan (Amy) Hoffman, Kyle (Lindsay) Hoffman and Elise Kramer; eighteen great-grandchildren; a sister, Marilyn (Wayne) Kleman; and a sister-in-law, Joan Kramer.

In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers: Kenneth Kramer and Ralph (Izzie) Kramer.

Jim served two years in the US Army from 1956 to 1958. He worked as an electrician at BFGoodrich Tire Company for 32 years and then Lima Memorial Hospital for 7 years before retiring. Jim loved spending time with his family. He also enjoyed dancing, especially polka and square dancing, playing cards and board games and was very handy around the house. Jim could fix nearly anything.

Arrangements are pending under the direction of LOVE-HEITMEYER FUNERAL HOME, Jackson Township.

Memorial donations may be made to Ottoville EMS, St. Mary’s Cemetery, Ottoville or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church: Repair Fund.

Condolences may be expressed at www.loveheitmeyer.com