Indiana University of Pennsylvania Athletics

A four-year letterman for the rifle team, Cramer was one of the best on the squad year in and year out during his time at Indiana State Teacher’s College (ISTC).

He competed in smallbore rifle in prone, kneeling and standing positions.

In 1963, Cramer was named a collegiate All-American, becoming the first in school history. 

Following his graduation from IUP in 1966, Cramer joined the U.S. Army from 1967-1970. He fought in The Vietnam War and was awarded the U.S. Army Distinguished Rifleman Badge in 1974. He was in the active Army Reserves when he retired as Lieutenant Colonel in 1994. 

Cramer is survived by his wife Alice and his daughter Janell. Representing Cramer is his sister, Sara Pulliam.