Marlin Stutzman: “Today, I somberly rise to recognize the tremendous life and career of the Honorable Judge Michael J. Kramer from…”

“Today, I somberly rise to recognize the tremendous life and career of the Honorable Judge Michael J. Kramer from Ligonier, Indiana. Judge Kramer was a well-recognized titan of the judicial branch in the State and beyond. Prior to his sudden passing last month, he achieved the legendary feat of becoming the longest serving judge in Noble County history. His many accomplishments include being named Distinguished Hoosier by former Governor Frank O'Bannon, being named Volunteer of the Year by Drug-Free Indiana, and becoming Advocate of the Year for the Community Anti-Drug Coalitions of America. Michael was serving as the chair of Drug-Free Noble County and was a member and former president of the Noble County Bar Association at the time of his passing. Noble County was lucky to have lived under the unbiased and truth- seeking gavel of Judge Kramer. He will be sorely missed by his surviving family and the community he loved so much. Mr. Speaker, despite his unexpected passing, the institutions he helped form and the community he made safer will continue to honor his memory and legacy. The world can use more men like Judge Michael Kramer. ____________________”