Gerald R. Gramke Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Gerald R. Gramke (Cincinnati, Ohio), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on April 28, 2026 at the age of 92. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his son Joseph (Kathleen). He is survived by: his wife Elizabeth "Betty" Gramke; his children, James (Teresa), Jeffrey (Jane), Julie Busken (Thomas) and Jay (Michele); his grandchildren, Sarah Gramke, Ellen Gramke, Kelly Shafer, Lauren Gramke, Kristin Frasz (AJ), Jack Gramke, Drew Gramke (Kortney), Nick Gramke (Brittany), Ben Gramke (Megan), Emily Wendling (Alex), Maria Busken (Austin Roll), Claire Busken, Jen Busken, Will Busken, Sam Adams and Mia Gramke; his great grandchildren, Katie, Lilly, Jim, Finley, Vivian, Holden, Jordan, Valerie, Marshall, Joel and Eli; and his siblings, Mary Carol Ernst and Wayne Gramke (Gerry). He is also survived by 41 nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, please share your favorite "dad joke" with a loved one (it only counts if they audibly groan at the punchline) or a contribution to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in his memory would be appreciated.
