~Patricia Kram~

YOAKUM:  Patricia A. Kram, 73, passed away Thursday, April 9, 2026.  She was born on January 27, 1953 in Shiner, TX, to Edward Henry Tenberg, Jr., and Birdie Mae (Schmidt) Tenberg.

Patricia graduated from Yoakum High School in 1971 and married Pat Kram in 1972.  She worked as a secretary, having worked for Gaus and Natho and Foster & Associates, both in Yoakum.  She enjoyed crocheting, cake decorating, and in earlier life, swimming.  She was extremely proud of her grandchildren and their accomplishments.  She also loved family vacations. Patricia will be missed by those who loved her.

Survivors: husband of 54 years, Pat Kram; son, Tim Kram (Sarah), and their children, Wyatt, Lydia and Josie of Hallettsville; sister, Barbara Kubiak (Tim); brother Arlan Tenberg; three nieces and three nephews.

Preceded in death by: parents.

Memorial Service 2 p.m., Saturday, April 18, 2026, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church with Pastor Rusty Bailey officiating.

Arrangements by Thiele-Cooper Funeral Home, 361-293-5656.

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