Joseph KramerMuscatine, Iowa

Joseph D. Kramer, 86, of Muscatine passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at Lantern Park Care Center. Private family services will be held in Greenwood Cemetery. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Snyder & Hollenbaugh Funeral & Cremation Services of Muscatine is caring for Joseph’s family and arrangements.
Joseph Donald Kramer was born on May 16, 1940 in Dubuque, Iowa, the son of Raynold and Agnes (Gotto) Kramer. Joseph was a graduate of Loras Academy in Dubuque. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. On November 16, 1963, Joseph was united in marriage to Judith A. Petsche in Dubuque, Iowa. Joseph had worked for the railroad throughout his life and held various positions within the railroad. He enjoyed the outdoors and going fishing.
Joseph will be missed by his wife, Judy Kramer; daughter, Kristine (Steve) Schroeder of Muscatine; son, John (Laura) Kramer of Conesville; grandchildren, Katlin Kramer, Ethan Schroeder, Hannah (August ) Cooper and Isaac (Matilyn) Schroeder; great-grandchildren, Silas, Wren, Cora and Sonny; sister, Mary Hood of Ankeny and sister-in-law, Pat Kramer.
Joseph was preceded in death by his parents; one son, Donald Kramer and siblings, Bob Kramer, Marjorie Sieverding, Bill Kramer and Karen Seeley.