Specialties
Dear Friends:
At times of loss, it is natural to turn to people you trust for comfort and support, which is why many of our neighbors turn to us. Since 1952, we have earned the trust of the families from Clawson, Royal Oak, Troy, Shelby Township, Utica and surrounding communities.
Sincerely,
Paul Gramer
History
Established in 1952.
A Heritage of Service to Macomb and Oakland Counties
Our tradition of service started in 1952 when Henry Gramer first purchased a funeral home -- a historic building located on Main Street in downtown Clawson. The building has been operating as a funeral home since the early 1940's. Both Henry, and his brother Richard served the community for many years. Henry passed away November 21, 2005 and Richard is now retired. Paul, Henry's son continues to carry on their legacy of service. Our landmark home has been preserved and remodeled extensively allowing us to serve Clauson, Berkley, Troy, Royal Oak and surrounding cities.
In 2003, Paul purchased our second location, Diener Chapel in Shelby Township. The Diener Funeral Home was founded by Dale Diener and has been serving the community for nearly 50 years. You may have noticed a name change, however in recognition of the Diener family and our commitment to Shelby Township, Sterling Heights, Warren, Utica and surrounding communities.
Meet the Business Owner: Paul G.
Paul Gramer
President and Licensed Funeral Director
Paul began working with his father in 1988, and became President in 1995. He has lived in Clawson all his life, graduating from Bishop Foley High School and receiving his degree in Mortuary Science from Wayne State University in 1990, in which he was class president.
Active in the community and in his profession, Paul is a member of the National Funeral Directors Association, and past President of the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, District VI. He is a member of the Rotary Club of Clawson and recently received the Paul Harris Award, which is the most prestigious honor given by Rotary International in which he is a member. He is also a member of the Lions Club, Clawson/Troy Coalition, Utica-Shelby Township Kiwanis, the Guardian Angels Catholic Church, the Parish Council, and the Bishop Foley Alumni, Madison Heights.
Paul is married to Elizabeth and is the proud father of two daughters, Samantha and Abigail.