Charles William (Bill) Cramer, chairman of the board of Cramer Products, Inc., passed away June 4th at the age of 86. He served as president of Cramer from 1973 – 1976, and also served the company as vice president of international sales and executive vice president. He retired in 1985, became vice chairman of the board in 1986, and was named chairman of the board in 1992. In 1993, as recognition for his contributions to the athletic training profession, he was named an honorary member of the National Athletic Trainers Association.


Cramer is survived by his wife Jean, two sons, three daughters, 13 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren. He is also survived by a sister, sister-in-law and brother-in-law. He was preceded in death by his parents, Chuck and Bess Cramer; and his brother, John.