Bernard Kramer
Bernard Kramer of Meredith, NH passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on May 17, 2026 at the age of 88. Affectionally known to his friends as Bernie, he was the beloved husband of Bernice Kramer for more than 60 years. They met at a Harvard Hillel mixer, a school neither of them attended. He was the proud father of Karen Rubin and her husband, Ronen and Stephen Kramer and his wife, Jill. He cherished each day spent with his grandchildren Noah, Joshua, Ella and Evan. Bernie was the devoted son of the late Eli and Millie Kramer and the dear older brother of Jerry Kramer and the late Elaine Adams.
The first in his family to attend college, Bernie valued his education from Boston Latin School, Tufts University, and Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Following dental school, he served as a Captain in the United States Army stationed in Karlsruhe, Germany. During his time abroad, he traveled throughout Europe in his sporty Karmann Ghia, experiences he recounted with great joy. Upon his return, he established his dental practice in Ashland, MA where he treated patients for nearly 30 years.
He and Bernice raised their children in Framingham, MA and created many additional memories in his favorite place, Meredith, NH. He treasured his time boating on Lake Winnipesaukee, hosting BBQ’s and relaxing with family and close friends. He also enjoyed playing tennis during his winters in Boca Raton, FL where he was also an active volunteer with the United States Power Squadrons.
He will be remembered for his quiet strength, kindness, and unwavering commitment to his family and country. Above all, he took immense pride in the life he built and the generations that followed.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 20 at 10:30 a.m. at Temple Beth Elohim in Wellesley. Interment at Beit Olam Cemetery, 60 Old Sudbury Road, Wayland.
Shiva will be observed at the home of Stephen & Jill Kramer following the funeral until 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to support the Division of Movement Disorders at Mass General Brigham. Contributions can be made online here or mailed to the MGB Development Office, 399 Revolution Drive, Suite 1330, Somerville, MA 02145.