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Joseph Kramer

Birth	:	28 Aug 1853 Germany
Death	:	15 Aug 1928 Shelby County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.7797012, -95.4207993
Description	:	1915 PAST AND PRESENT OF SHELBY COUNTY IOWA BY EDWARD S. WHITE, B.A., LL.B. B.F. BOWEN & COMPANY, Inc. Indianapolis, Indiana page 1214 Joseph KRAMER When we consider the habits of the German citizens who have cast their lot in our midst, we are not surprised at their almost uniform success in whatever they turn their attention to, for they do not permit adversity or obstacles to overcome them. They adopt common sense and time~tried principles for their everyday life. They observe proper economy, yet at the same time believe in having the necessities... Read More	1915 PAST AND PRESENT OF SHELBY COUNTY IOWA BY EDWARD S. WHITE, B.A., LL.B. B.F. BOWEN & COMPANY, Inc. Indianapolis, Indiana page 1214 Joseph KRAMER When we consider the habits of the German citizens who have cast their lot in our midst, we are not surprised at their almost uniform success in whatever they turn their attention to, for they do not permit adversity or obstacles to overcome them. They adopt common sense and time~tried principles for their everyday life. They observe proper economy, yet at the same time believe in having the necessities and some of the harmless luxuries of life. They are loyal to our institutions and ever willing to assist in the general development of the community in which they locate, thus becoming most desirable citizens. One of this vast number who is deserving of special mention in a work of this nature is Joseph Kramer, a farmer and stockman of Westphalia township, Shelby county, Iowa. Joseph Kramer, the proprietor of four hundred and twenty acres of land in Westphalia township, was born in Germany, August 28, 1853. His parents, William and Elizabeth Kramer, lived all of their days in Germany, the father dying there in 1867. William Kramer worked in a factory in Essin, Germany, all of his life and to him and his wife were born nine children, only two of whom are living, Joseph and Mary, the wife of Peter Greve. Joseph Kramer received a good, common school education in the schools of Germany, and as soon as he left school, began to work in the same factory. In 1874, he broke all home ties and sailed for America, where he felt that he would have larger opportunities and better prospects for future advancement. He immediately settled in Shelby county, Iowa, where hundreds of his countrymen had already settled, and started to work as a hired man in Westphalia township. For three years he worked and saved his money and then purchased a farm of eighty acres at a cost of eight dollars an acre. That he has succeeded well is shown by his fine farm of four hundred and twenty acres, which is indeed a tribute to his good judgement and industry. This has not come about from any sudden stroke of fortune, but by gradually adding land as he was able to pay for it. Mr. Kramer was married in 1880 to Mary BOOK, daughter of Peter and Elizabeth BOOK, and to this union have been born eight children: Joseph, William, Mary E., Frank, Matilda, Carl, Clara, and Mary. Joseph married Eleanor Assman, and they have one son, John; Mary is the wife of Henry Schmitz, and has two daughters, Stella and Lillian, while the rest of the children are still unmarried and living with their parents. Mrs. Kramer's parents were both natives of Germany, and came to this country in 1851, locating at Elkader, Iowa. In 1874, they moved to Westphalia township, Shelby county, and remained there the rest of their lives. Mr. Kramer lends his hearty support to the Democratic party, but has never had any desire for public office, feeling that all of his time and energy should be devoted to his heavy agricultural interests. He and his family are devoted members of the Catholic church, and contribute liberally of their time and means to its support. * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * from "1881~1981 Progress is our Future Earling, Iowa" Centennial Book JOSEPH KRAMER FAMILY Joseph Kramer, son of William and Elizabeth Kramer, was born in 1853 in Germany and received his education in German schools. In 1874 at the age of 21, he broke all ties and sailed for America, the "Land of Opportunity". He bought a farm of 80 acres at the cost of eight dollars an acre. In 1880, he married Mary Book and they had seven children; Joseph, William, Mary, Frank, Clara, and twins, Carl and Mathilda. Mamie died in infancy. Mathilda (Tillie) Kramer lived her life in this community. Mathilda never married. She was a seamstress and cared for elderly in her home. Flowers and baking were her specialty and she was an ardent church worker.

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Joseph Kramer's memorial is located at: Saint Joseph Cemetery, Earling, Shelby County, USA.
When did Joseph Kramer death?
Joseph Kramer death on 15 Aug 1928 in Shelby County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.7797012
Longitude: -95.4207993

Family Members:

Parent

Maria Elisabeth “Lisette” Flucht Kramer

(1822 - 1898)

Spouse

Maria “Mary” Book Kramer

(1857 - 1930)

Siblings

Maria Anna “Mary” Kramer Greve

(1845 - 1915)

Theresia Kramer

(1859 - 1879)

Children

Joseph Peter Kramer Jr.

(1882 - 1959)

William Kramer

(1884 - 1959)

Matilda Anna Kramer

(1884 - 1972)

Mary Elizabeth Kramer Schmitz

(1888 - 1978)

Frank Joseph Kramer

(1890 - 1958)

Maria Augusta Kramer

(1892 - 1894)

Carl Anton Kramer

(1894 - 1971)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7797012, -95.4207993

2. Saint Boniface Cemetery
Westphalia, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7219009, -95.3944016

3. Saint Marys Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7332993, -95.4811020

4. Washington Township Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7305984, -95.4867020

5. Gallands Grove RLDS Holcomb Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8342018, -95.4788971

6. Doyle Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8051000, -95.5087000

7. Union Township Cemetery
Defiance, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8269005, -95.3471985

8. Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Cemetery
Defiance, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8269005, -95.3450012

9. Abel Galland Memorial Cemetery
Manteno, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8370000, -95.4932500

10. Manteno Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8343964, -95.5367355

11. Rose Hill Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7317009, -95.2767029

12. Slates Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7605000, -95.2521000

13. Buck Grove Cemetery
Buck Grove, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9067841, -95.3839722

14. Astor Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8636017, -95.2853012

15. Lincoln Township Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6422005, -95.4028015

16. Harlan Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6594505, -95.3281403

17. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Dunlap, Harrison County, USA
Coordinate: 41.8446999, -95.5939026

18. Saint Mary's Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6519012, -95.5233002

19. Dow City Cemetery
Dow City, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9219017, -95.5119019

20. Oak Hill Cemetery
Irwin, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7813988, -95.2074966

21. Butler Cemetery
Arion, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9364014, -95.4627991

22. Cass Township Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6272115, -95.4958362

23. Washington Township Cemetery
Buck Grove, Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9354000, -95.3387000

24. Crawford County Poor Farm Cemetery
Crawford County, USA
Coordinate: 41.9508216, -95.4308331