Paula Merel Kramer

Paula Merel Kramer, 69, of Buffalo Grove, IL passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023 in Buffalo Grove, Illinois. She was born on October 18, 1954 in Detroit, Michigan to Norman and Mildred (nee Burnstein) Bazell.

Paula's life was filled with love, laughter, and joy. She dedicated her life to her family, finding fulfillment as a homemaker and nurturing her loving relationship with her husband, Thomas Kramer. Together, they created a warm and welcoming home in Buffalo Grove, IL, where their two sons, Zachary and Michael, were raised with love and care.

Beyond her role as a dedicated wife and mother, Paula was an advocate for adoption rights and an active volunteer for Autism Speaks. She passionately supported these causes.

In her free time, Paula indulged in her creative pursuits. She was an avid scrapbooker, a master quilter, and a skilled cross-stitcher, creating beautiful pieces that will be treasured family heirlooms. Paula also had a deep love for animals, especially dogs, and enjoyed spending time bird watching and tending to her garden.

The memory of Paula will be forever cherished by her husband, Thomas Kramer, her sons, Zachary (partner Brittany Merreighn) and Michael Kramer, her sisters-in-law, Cindy, Levita, and Jean, and her nieces and nephews.

Paula is preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Mark Bazell and Robert Bazell, and her mother-in-law Demetra Koutsoukos.

A celebration of Paula's life will be held on Wednesday, November 29, 2023, from 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm at: Glueckert Funeral Home, Ltd. 1520 N. Arlington Heights Road, Arlington Heights, Illinois 60004

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Paula's name to Autism Speaks (autismspeaks.org), an organization close to her heart.

Information and condolences can be given at www.GlueckertFuneralHome.com or (847) 253-0168.