Carol Kramer

Carol Jean (Beers) Kramer, born on April 24, 1943, in Motley, Minnesota, passed away on March 26, 2026. She was the daughter of Paul and Mary (DeGeest) Beers.  

On May 11, 1963, Carol Jean married Ronald Kramer in Little Falls, Minnesota. They resided in Minneapolis for a few years before establishing their home in Elk River/Anoka, Minnesota. 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, Minnesota, in their custom-built home overlooking the Crow Wing River. 

Carol Jean and Ron cherished many years spent in Arizona during their winters. They made new friends, relished golfing, ATV riding, and dancing. Carol Jean was preceded in death by her parents, Paul and Mary Beers, and her sister, Bonnie Farber. She is survived by her husband, Ronald; their son, Douglas (Shelly); their daughter, Holly (Greg); their grandson, Jesse (Crystal); their granddaughter, Katie (Steve); their grandson, Arron (Vanessa); and six great-grandchildren. 

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

Services will be held at a later date.