Daryl Kramp will always be known for his time as a politician, an educator, police investigator, restaurant owner, father/grandfather, husband, and someone who deeply cared for his community.
Kramp passed away at the age of 76 Thursday.
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MP Daryl Kramp announces funding for local business at Loyalist College in 2014 (Photo: Tim Durkin/Quinte News)
He and his wife Carol Ann ran Two Loons Restaurant for many years in Madoc. He was also heavily involved in fastball and organized numerous hockey tours in the region and beyond.
In his time in politics, the Madoc native would serve as a municipal councillor, Deputy Reeve, and a Member of Provincial Parliament. He was also a long time Member of Parliament, serving many years alongside Prime Minister Stephen Harper.
Quinte West Mayor Jim Harrison says, “He was passionate for his riding and the region. Daryl was a kind and loving man. He cared for all people who lived in this area.”
Prince Edward County Mayor Steve Ferguson says, “I want to extend my condolences to Daryl Kramp’s family and the many people who knew and loved him. Daryl was a strong advocate for Prince Edward County as a Member of Parliament and an outstanding representative for the Quinte Region throughout his political career. Daryl was personable and approachable. Whenever he was on a main street in the County, everyone knew they could just come up to Daryl and strike up a conversation about any topic. He will be dearly missed.”
MPP Todd Smith served alongside Kramp for years. “One of the friendliest people you would ever meet. People laughed and loved with him. Daryl, Carol Ann and the entire family have always been incredibly hospitable people. If you were at their house, the Two Loons Restaurant, or at a political function, Daryl was so warm and welcoming. He made such a great impact in politics, and in life.”
MP Ryan Williams, “Daryl was a family man, who put faith and family first. I remember him first from his time in hospitality. He always mentioned his staff first and foremost. The entire Kramp family was so tremendous.” Williams continued, “His riding, his community meant so much to him. He was so proud of his family. To see his daughter (Shelby) as a Member of Parliament was something that made him so proud. That being said, you could tell he was so proud of his entire family.”
In April of 2022, we chatted with Daryl at his retirement party in Madoc. He spoke about his main priorities.
“There’s different priorities in life. Mine happen to be faith, family, and friends. When all of that comes together, it becomes a very, very powerful force.”
He says without it, he could not have ventured into politics at any level.
“With that, it’s really given me the grounding and the inner support to be able to try to work on behalf of all other people.”
We asked about his more cherished pieces of legislation that he was able to help push forward. He says with the help of the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus, the federal government was able to help improve internet in the region.
“I took the federal lead on that as a member. Got tremendous cooperation from the Prime Minister (Harper) and the Industry Minister John Baird. They backed me fully and with that, we were able to break some barriers on that.”
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(l-r) The Kramp family. Daryl and Carol Ann and their daughters Kari Layne, Shelby, and Taryl at the Madoc Kiwanis Hall on April 21, 2022 (Photo: Tim Durkin/ Quinte News)
Kramp is survived by his wife Carol Ann, children Kari Layne, Taryl, and Shelby, along with numerous grandchildren.
