Gerald L. Kramer age 87 of Albany, IL formerly of Clinton, IA passed away Friday Nov. 14, 2025 at Genesis East Medical Center in Davenport, IA. Funeral service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday Nov. 19th at United Methodist Church in Albany, IL. (502 First Avenue). Visitation will be held Wednesday 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM at the church. The Pape Funeral Home is assisting the family. Following the funeral service cremation rites will be accorded and a luncheon will be held at the church. Casket bearers will be his grandchildren, Sydnie Hochstein, Tobie Abel, Corbin Kramer, and Cassidy Kramer. Online condolences may be left at www.papefh.com.

Gerald was born on January 17, 1938 at his parent’s home in Whiteside County, IL. He graduated from Erie, IL High School. He served in the Iowa National Guard. Gerald married Carolyn Mahmens on May 26, 1962 in Stanford, IL. He worked at Central Farmers for 5 years, Albany Shipping Association for 15 years, and Ralston Purina as a machine operator for 31 years. He was a member of the United Methodist Church, Albany, IL, the Albany American Legion, and Lions Club. He enjoyed camping, gardening, and was an avid Hawkeyes, Nebraska, Florida Gators, Illinois, and Cubs fan. He was a sports official for over 31 years. He and Carolyn enjoyed wintering in Florida for many years.

Gerald is survived by his wife, Carolyn Kramer of Albany, IL; two children, David (Robin) Kramer of Rockledge, FL and Sharon (Gary) Bredehoft of Lincoln, NE; six grandchildren, Mike, Scott, Sydnie, Tobie, Corbin, and Cassidy; seven great grandchildren; his two brothers, Clyde (Beth) Kramer of Erie, IL and Jim (Joan) Kramer of Fulton, IL; and several nieces & nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.