Phillip J. Kramper, age 73, of Arnold, Missouri passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 14, 2020. Beloved husband of Gloria Kramper; loving father of Kevin (Hannah) Kramper, Heather (Scott) Besch, and Judy (Ronnie) Lambert; loving grandfather of Brittany, Brandon, and Alex Lambert, Brooke (Jesse) Hanna, Lauren Besch, and Ella and Emily Kramper; loving great grandfather of Maddex Teague, Amelia Besch, and the late Aiden Bunch; dear son of the late Bernard and Emily Kramper; dear brother of the late Bernard Jr. (JoAnn) Kramper and Irene Sack; dear uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
Phillip was a proud veteran of the Vietnam War, serving two tours of duty, and a recipient of several medals and commendations for his bravery and conduct. He later retired from AAA Automobile Club of Missouri after 33 years of dedicated service. He was known by many for his BBQ, beef stew and dumplings, chili, and his famous Thanksgiving ham. He was a captivating and humorous storyteller and enjoyed feeding anyone who walked through his door.
Services: Visitation will be held on Friday, April 17, 2020 from 3-4 p.m. at Kutis Funeral Home, South County Chapel, 5255 Lemay Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO. 63129. Interment Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery.
In accordance with government mandates and regulations related to COVID-19, only 10 people are allowed in the parlor or chapel at any one time.
The family of Phillip Kramper wishes to extend our sincere thanks to our family and friends for their prayers, encouragement, and love; to all the doctors, nurses, hospice care providers, and Kutis Funeral Home for their assistance during this difficult time.
May the Lord shine upon you today with His comfort, love and peace !!!
We love you!
The Lambert, Jrs.
Judy:
I am so sorry for your family’s loss. My very best to all of you during this very challenging time. Please be safe.
So sorry for your loss our prayers with all of you at this time
So sorry to hear of your loss, love and prayers
I seemed to always have bathroom cleaning duty when I was staying the night at their house. Judy and Heather and I have been friends since we were knee-high to a grasshopper. He was always good to me and I am so sorry for your loss. My heartfelt prayers for you all. I love you all so much!
A great man will always be missed and never forgotten about. RIP Phillip.
Prayers of peace and comfort during this difficult time.
Blessings,
Cheryl Bounds Boesing & Family
Condolences to the Kramper family. Praying for you.
Sorry for your loss. May God keep you and guide you through this difficult time.
We love y’all and are keeping you guys in our prayers.
I worked with Phil for many a year at the Auto Club. Monday mornings were like attending a comedy show as he told about his weekend adventures.
Gloria my most sincere condolences to you and family.
With my heartfelt sympathy to you, Gloria & all the Kramper family.
I had the pleasure of working with Phil at AAA for almost all of his 33 years. I looked forward to each day as he always had a great smile, letting me know about any AAA gossip & always a funny story to tell. I know Phil had many many friends & I’m so proud to have been one of them. His memory will remain with me always. Love, Elaine McKinney
A good man, what you saw is what you got no pretending. I am glad to have been his friend. Will be missed.
My Dear Uncle, you will be missed. You helped me laugh, walked me down the aisle, were there for all of us when our dad died, fought for our country and our rights, taught me how to swim and so many more memories in my life. Thank you for your bravery, your support and most of all your love.
My deepest condolences to the family. I worked with Phil for 18 years at AAA, use to love to hear about his stories and see his huge smile, and eyes light up while telling those stories. May God bless the family during this difficult time.
Thank you dad for teaching me so many things. You taught me how to cook, how to work on things that were broken, how to take care of my family. You instilled in me a strong work ethic and sense of purpose.
I am glad you are in no more pain and that you were with the Lord. My heart is broke because I can never pick up the phone and ask for your advice. But I know I will see you in heaven one day. I love you dad.
Sending prayers up for Phil’s family…I too worked with Phil at AAA and yes he kept us laughing…never a dull moment. God had definitely gotten another soldier in his army…Rest well my friend, Karen Newson
Mrs. Kramper and family, So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great man, and I sure enjoyed all of our visits together!