Michael Kram of Ozark, Missouri, fondly known as “Mike” to his friends and family, and Pepaw to his grand and great-grandkids. Michael Kram was born to Paul and Joan Kram on May 19, 1952 in St. Louis, Missouri. Mike lived in several places throughout his life, but his heart always took him to the forests of Ozark, Missouri where he passed away on December 28, 2024 at the age of 72.
Mike is survived by his siblings Alan Kram and Linda Brandwin and husband Les; son Michael Kram and wife Toni and daughter Julie Smith and husband Patrick; as well as seven grandchildren and nine great grandchildren.
Mike was known for having numerous talents, including, but not limited to being an accomplished drummer, breaking horses, a Dog Trainer, a skilled hunter and fisherman throughout his life, and later as a trophy-claiming billiards player in both local and national competitions. His professional life included a soldier in the United States Army, an insurance agent, a craftsman, a K-9 Sheriff’s deputy, as well as a jack of all trades for Flat Creek Restaurants. Mike never met a stranger, never said a crossword about anyone, and was loved by so many. He will be greatly missed by all.
Funeral Services for Mike will be 9:30 A.M. Thursday, January 2, 2025 in Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark, with Lynette Aultman officiating. Burial will follow at 11:00 A.M. in the Missouri Veterans Cemetery, Springfield, Missouri. Visitation will be 9:00 A.M. until service time Thursday in the funeral home. Arrangements under the care and direction of Barnes Family Funeral Home, Ozark. Online condolences may be shared at www.barnesfamilyfunerals.com.
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Linda and Rick Kram says
December 31, 2024 at 6:32 pmSorry for your loss. He sounds like a great guy.
Babbi Coffer (Tammie Durbin) says
January 1, 2025 at 11:10 amI truly hate to hear this. Mike was a great guy and friend. We had some great times together. He will truly be missed.
Gary says
January 1, 2025 at 2:09 pmOur sincerest condolences to you Michael and Toni, and to all of your kids and loved ones. I have so many fond memories of your dad, dating back to our cadet days. I remember “Mr Kram” as being always friendly, kind, gentle and generous. On one visit to Springfield, he allowed me (and Mike) to ride his horses all through the beautiful country of SW Missouri. I think we went riding for 3 hours. It was an incredible experience I will never forget…and boy did my butt and lower back hurt after that day! 😂 I will miss seeing your dad at important family events and I grieve this loss for you and for your kids especially. Even so, I am glad to know your dad is at peace and living in the presence of Jesus with full joy. Farewell Mr Kram…enjoy your heavenly home which has been prepared for you. We miss you for now.