Jim Kramer died on May 29, 2012 in Reno, Nevada. After graduating from Piedmont High School, he attended the University of Nevada. He continued to live in the Reno area all of his life. Jim was an avid outdoors rnan, skier, marksman, fisherman and hunter. He had a long career as a real estate broker. He served in the US Army for seven years and served in the Nevada National Guard. In 2003, he was recognized for his contribution to community law enforcement as a member of the Washoe County Sheriffs Honorary Deputies Association. Jim became a Mason in 1974. Jim is survived by his brother, Allan, sister in law Anne-Lise, sister Susan and long time companion Rosalinda Martinez and her son Gonzalo.