Carol Kramer

Carol Jean (Beers) Kramer, 82, passed away March 26, 2026.

Services will be held at a later date. 

Carol Jean was born April 24, 1943, to Paul and Mary (DeGeest) Beers in Motley. On May 11, 1963, Carol Jean married Ronald Kramer in Little Falls. They resided in Minneapolis a few years before establishing their home in Elk River/Anoka. For over two decades, she dedicated her career to working as a librarian at Elk River Elementary. In retirement, she and Ron settled in Motley, in their custom-built home overlooking the Crow Wing River.

Carol Jean and Ron cherished many years spent in Arizona during their winters, making new friends, relishing golfing, ATV riding and dancing.

She is survived by her husband, Ronald; one son, Douglas (Shelly); one daughter, Holly (Greg); two grandsons, Jesse (Crystal) and Arron (Vanessa); one granddaughter, Katie (Steve) and six great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Bonnie Farber. 

Carol Jean was deeply loved by all who knew her. Her memory will be cherished and she will be deeply missed.

Arrangements by Brenny Funeral Home, Staples.

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