Robert E. Cranmer's Obituary
Robert E. Cranmer, age 88 of Manhattan, KS, passed away on 20 December 2023.
He was born on 1 December 1935 to Warren and Estella (Turley) Cranmer in Modoc, KS. The third of five children, he attended Scott Community High School, Garden City Community College, and spent four years in the US Air Force.
He married Carla Epler 20 December 1957. They began their years together and enjoyed 66 Years. They resided in Scott City, KS, Englewood & Ashland, KS, Ness City, KS and Manhattan, KS. Most of these moves were a result of Robert’s career in the US Postal Service. His final position was Postmaster of the Ness City, KS office where he retired in 1990. He spent his final years at Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community in Manhattan, Kansas.
Robert was active in many community organizations and activities: Rotary, Scouting (Council Commissioner, Silver Beaver Award), NARFE (State President), NAPUS, American Legion, Municipal Judge, KS Quality Workers Association. He had many hobbies over the years: bowling (local and traveling leagues, national tournaments), woodworking (blanket chests, rocking horses, table and chairs, caskets), master hunter safety instructor, gun collecting and reloading.
Family was very important to Robert. He really looked forward to attending family gatherings. A dedicated and loving husband and father, he supported his children’s school activities, scouting adventures, and athletic events.
He is survived by his wife, Carla Cranmer; son Jon (Sanna) Cranmer, St George KS; son, Brent (Annette) Cranmer, Fredonia, KS; sister Donna (Joe) Woodruff, Tulsa, OK; 4 Grandchildren, 8 Great-Grandchildren.
Robert was predeceased by his parents and siblings: Warren Cranmer, Cleo Carpenter, Faye Stewart.
Memorial Service will be held at a later date.
Services entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 420 S. 20th, PO Box 247, Fredonia, KS 66736
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