JAMES SAMUEL CRAMER
Personal Life:
James was born May 17, 1949 in Hudson Michigan. He spent his childhood years in the Waldron School system and graduated Waldron High School in 1967. Shortly after graduation James was drafted into the United States Army. Upon his return from Vietnam, James raised 3 sons and 1 daughter, James, Daniel, Joseph and Rachel.
James returned to Hillsdale County because his family lived here. He has 3 sisters Carollyn, Alisa and Cindy. James is quick to tell people that of all the places he has lived or travelled to, Michigan is the most beautiful. He really enjoys the lakes, rivers and the four seasons.
These days, James enjoys gardening and antique classic cars, trucks and motorcycles.
Military Life:
James was drafted into the United States Army as a Heavy Equipment Truck Driver. He achieved the rank of Private First Class. James fondest memory of his time in the military is the people he met from all across America. James said that while he was drafted at the height of the Vietnam War he would not trade the experience for all the money in the world.
Awards and Decorations:
Good Conduct Medal
Honorable Discharge
Community and Service Organizations:
Hillsdale County Veteran of the Year 2019
Veterans of Foreign War Waldron Post Member, Honor Guard
Scout Master Oliver Springs TN
Waldron Youth Center Director
Minister to Death Row Inmate