Elmer J. Bram
February 02, 1927 - December 24, 2012
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MADISON-Elmer J. Bram, age 85, of Madison, passed away on Monday, Dec. 24, 2012, at his home. He was born on Feb. 2, 1927, in Springfield Corners, the son of Harvey J. and Lillian (Zeman) Bram. Elmer served in the U.S. Navy in the Pacific Theater during World War II and in the Korean War. He was a member of the Naval Reserves for 25 years. On March 31, 1951, he married Sally (Goff) Thompson. Elmer was a metallurgical and mining engineer at UW-Madison. More importantly, he was a wonderful father who built two family homes while successfully raising a family of five. Elmer was a member of St. James Catholic Church where he was an active problem-solver just as he was at work. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus, Southside Businessman’s Association, Moose Club, active with the Southside Hockey Association, a Boy Scout leader, and avid hunter, fisherman and loved his family fish fry. Elmer is survived by Sally Thompson; his children, Kathy Bram, Kristy Bram, David (Lora) Bram, Scott Bram, and Will (Ali) Bram; grandchildren, Jessiah and Ezra Bram; and faithful dog, Abby. He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Dorothy Kruchten and Leona Robb; and companion and friend, Rosina Karls. Funeral services for Elmer will be held at GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC PARISH at the ST. JAMES CHURCH, 1128 St. James Court, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, with Monsignor Thomas Baxter presiding. Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery in Ashton. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Ave., Madison, on Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, from 4 until 7 p.m. as well as from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church. Memorials may be directed to St. James Catholic Church or Agrace HospiceCare. On-line condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery in Ashton.
Memorials may be directed to St. James Catholic Church or Agrace HospiceCare.
Burial will be at St. Peters Cemetery in Ashton. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON WEST FUNERAL HOME, 7435 University Ave., Madison, on Friday, Dec. 28, 2012, from 4 until 7 p.m. as well as from 10 a.m. until the time of service on Saturday at the church.
Funeral services for Elmer will be held at GOOD SHEPHERD CATHOLIC PARISH at the ST. JAMES CHURCH, 1128 St. James Court, Madison, at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012, with Monsignor Thomas Baxter presiding.
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Suzanne Michalski
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Uncle Elmer had a wonderful positive
attitude wherever he went and made sure you were wearing a smile before anyone left. Elmer was of excellent character and will be missed by all. I may add that he was an excellent gardener and had
a green thumb.
Though words cannot express the thoughts the heart would like to say, Still, may you know that others care and sympathize today. With Deepest Sympathy and Love,
Sue Michalski, Mark Stanley, and Jeff Stanley Family (Jeff, Diana, and Jennifer)
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Beth McLimans
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Lora & Dave,
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you.
Beth
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Jack Ziirngible
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Dear Elmaer Bram family,
You have my deepest condolences. I met Ralph at Turners volleyball, In the short time I have known this man and becme one of his freinds I knew he was a very special and loving person. He will be missed but his fun loving fond memories will stay with me forever. Respectfully Jack Zirngible
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Ed Hanson
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I knew Elmer as an avid volleyball player at Madison Turners and have played with/against him for many years. He had a VERY effective serve and I have never met anyone with more enthusiasm for the sport or for life.
He was always there and ready to play every week until just recently when he was too ill to attend.
Elmer has been a real inspiration for me personally and I think I speak for all of us at Madison Turners who knew him when i see say that he will be deeply missed.
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Kay Heggestad
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I will miss Elmer!! He taught me how to play volleyball and we played the game together for the last few years at Turner hall. Last year when the courts needed some repairs, he just showed up with his tools, repair materials, glue gun, little step ladder and with my bumbling assistance, fixed up the problems. He was a super guy.