BORN

1954

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Tobias Funeral Home - Beavercreek Chapel

3970 Dayton-Xenia Rd

Dayton, Ohio

Douglas Kremer Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 1, 2017.

Douglas A Kremer, age 63 of Beavercreek, passed away Friday, September 1, 2017. He is preceded in death by his father, Walter Kremer. He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Ann Kremer, and two children: Steve Shaw of Bellbrook and Theresa Shaw and husband Mike Gomez of Austin, Texas. He adored his five grandchildren: Cameron Berry, Joshua Berry, Chloe Shaw, Kai Gomez and Laila Gomez. He is also survived by his mother, Rita Kremer of Beavercreek, and was the youngest of a large family of brothers and sisters: Dale Kremer of Beavercreek, Russell and wife Vicki Kremer of Nevada, Gary and wife Judy Kremer of Dayton, Judy and husband Doug Thompkins of North Carolina, and Debbie Kremer and David Finke of South Carolina, and had numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Doug was the owner of K&G Bike Center, starting the business in 1974 in Kettering, and expanding it to include locations in Centerville and Xenia. He regarded his K&G team as part of his family, and countless customers and suppliers as friends over the years. Doug's favorite place to go was Norris Lake, whether relaxing and boating with family and friends, or treasuring the serenity of it alone with his wife. He had a strong passion for sports, was an avid Flyers and Buckeyes fan, and forever a Browns fan. Doug was a fierce yet fun competitor, and loved to win when playing cards, board games, trivia, and fantasy sports. He relaxed alone doing mental challenges like Sudoku, puzzles, and brain teasers. Always by his side was his loyal dog, most recently his beloved Beagle/Lab mix named Soda Pop. Friends may come to the Tobias Funeral Home Beavercreek Chapel, 3970 Dayton-Xenia Rd. Beavercreek, OH 45432 on Wednesday, September 6, 2017 from 5-8 PM. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at The Church of the Ascension, 2025 Woodman Dr. Kettering, OH 45420 at 10:30 AM on Thursday, September 7. In lieu of flowers, the family prefers contributions be made in Doug's name to the Craig Hospital Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation unit, where Doug was treated many years ago, at craighospital.org. Interment will be held privately at David's Cemetery. Condolences can be made to the family at www.tobiasfuneralhome.com.

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August 10, 2018

Trailmate Specialty Cycles

We are sorry to hear that Doug passed away. He purchased Specialty Cycles from us for 17yrs. & he was a super salesman. To his Family & Friends, we are sorry for your loss and ours, as well.

March 22, 2018

Friend

Joe Gillis

Doug, you were the best friend and kindest of souls. Your family will always be in my prayers. I love you so much.

October 10, 2017

MARY AND TOM DEMANGE

We are so sorry Ann. We just now learned of Kramer's death. We wish we would have known. We would have come for visitation. If there is anything we can do. You and he were an inspiration to our family.
Fondly,
Mary & Tom DeMange

October 3, 2017

Friend

Terry Patterson Sr.

The biking community has lost a good friend and will never be the same.

September 18, 2017

Acquaintance

Mary Burr

I wanted to say thank you to Doug's family. Doug donated to the Xenia Community Festival and I did not find out about his passing until the 13th. Doug was a generous man to the community and helped out when he could. He will be missed. We are so sorry for your loss. Xenia Community Festival & the Young Professionals.

September 14, 2017

We are so sorry for your terrible loss. Doug has been an amazing customer of ours for over 30 years! He will be greatly missed.

Sincerely,
Crystal Joannou and the rest of us at
J&B Importers, Inc.

September 8, 2017

Cindy and Dan Hepp

Ann , our prayers and thoughts go with you. Doug was such a delight to be around. He lived life to the fullest. He was a kind and generous man. What an example he was to others. He had the love and faithfulness of a good wife who shared in his passions. He will be greatly missed.

September 7, 2017

Friend

Ron Rosenbeck

My heartfelt condolences go out to the Kremer family. Rest in Peace Doug you will be greatly missed.
"Rosie"

September 6, 2017

Acquaintance

Ed Blake

I am sorry to learn of Doug's passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

September 6, 2017

Tony, Bonnie, Jim and Mike Graziano

Sending our most heartfelt condolences to the Kremer families. RIP Doug.

September 6, 2017

Heather Whitener

I was extremely saddened to hear about Doug's passing. I met him at Research Park where we rode the Ergys bike. Later in life Doug and I had the opportunity to share our sci experiences with medical students at Wright State. We always had a lot to talk about and we laughed because we never took our disabilities too seriously. He was a great guy with an immense amount of determination and strength. I'm so very sorry for your loss.

September 6, 2017

Heather Beem

Thinking of your family and sad to hear of Doug's passing. He was a great person and always willing to help others. He will be missed by so many. Danny, Heather, Kristin, and Nathan Beem.

September 6, 2017

Kim Horton

I was sad to hear of Doug's passing. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Ann and her family. Doug was such a kind and happy person. Although, I must say, he was extremely competitive when playing cards, but all in good fun. Prayers are with you.

September 6, 2017

Mark Allan

It seems like Doug was a constant and smiling presence at just about every local cycling event I've ever taken part in. Wonderful guy who will be missed by so many. Ride on, Doug.

September 5, 2017

Steve and Bettina Scharrer

Very sorry to hear about Doug's passing. He was a friend to our family, especially my parents, Tom and Phyllis. He was a very strong person and will be missed. You are in our thoughts.

September 5, 2017

Holly Huffman

Dear Kremer Family,

Doug was such as great friend and neighbor. We attended school together from grade school at Ascension, high school at Fairmont East, and college at Miami University.
I will miss Doug and remember all the good times we spent together growing up in our neighborhood.
Doug you will be missed by many people. The Huffman Family (Candy, John, & Jim) would like to send condolences to your Family and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

September 5, 2017

Barbara (Vollman) Miller

Doug was such a kind, happy, gentle, and caring person. He will be greatly missed! Love and prayers for Ann and all the family. (Ascension School and F.E. alumni)

September 5, 2017

Dick & Mona Hartmann

Dear Ann & family,
You have our deepest sympathy on the loss of Doug. Someone with more courage and tenacity to live than anyone I have ever known. Doug was always intent on making things more optimistic than anyone could imagine. He had a great outlook on life and know that he touched the lives of many people with his positive attitude. We will all miss him. God bless you and just know that he is no longer in any pain. I was especially proud to know him for so long.

September 5, 2017

Kris Dunn

I was so sorry to hear about Doug. Every time I saw him he was smiling. My prayers are with the family.

Love,
Kris Dunn

September 5, 2017

Kris Dunn

I was so sorry to hear about Doug. Every time I saw him he was smiling. My prayers are with the family.

Love,
Kris Dunn

September 5, 2017

Kremer's please accept our deepest sympathy, Ann please let us know if you need anything. He will be missed by many.
Carol and Jody Maus

September 5, 2017

Linda Breitenstein Miller

Doug was always smiling , laughing and sharing a kind word-He was an inspiration to all. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends- Fellow FE 72 classmate

September 4, 2017

Dear Kremer family,

So sorry to hear of your loss. May the love and support of family and friends comfort you at this time of grief.

Sheila Kruse

September 4, 2017

Lyn Root

I met Doug through the WSU Research Program where we rode the ERGYS bikes. We stayed in touch when I moved to Atlanta and when I came to visit my parents, I always stopped by the Kettering Bike Shop and purchased gloves...they worked great for pushing wheelchairs. I am so sorry for your loss and will always remember the energetic young guy I met almost 30 years ago.

September 3, 2017

Debbie Hull McCarty Garvin

My heart is heavy with sadness. You have all my sympathy. So very sorry for your loss.

September 3, 2017

Jeff Crouch

I only had the privelege of hanging with Doug on a very few and brief occasions (through my brother, Rik Crouch). Nevertheless, I felt that we were true and instant friends. A more welcoming sole you would be hard-pressed to meet. It's just how he made you feel. He, and those who knew him, were blessed in many ways. RIP, my friend. I will miss you.

September 3, 2017

David and Barbara Musgrave

Please accept our prayers and condolences.

September 3, 2017

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Matt Franke

September 3, 2017

Sharon Wiles (Davell)

So sorry to read about Doug; spectacular guy and friend; great euchre partner, I always won when Doug was my partner!
My condolences to the family.

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5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

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Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

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2025 Woodman Dr., Kettering, OH

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