Colleen H. Kramer of South Yarmouth, MA passed away on March 25, 2025 surrounded by her family. She was born in Lansing, MI, the daughter of the late Matthew and Evelyn Kramer.

Colleen earned her bachelor's degree from Michigan State University where she discovered a passion for education that she would carry throughout her career. Colleen taught middle school in Baraga, MI before moving to Seattle to earn her master's degree in education at the University of Washington. Ever the adventurer, she then taught reading on Vashon Island, WA before moving to Boston to pursue her JD at the New England School of Law.

Colleen ran an independent law practice on Cape Cod for 30 years where she helped countless clients and made many friends. She also served as interim director of Independence House in Hyannis, taught courses at Cape Cod Community College and served on the Town of Yarmouth planning board. She was dedicated to her community and loved Cape life; never one to miss a sunset over the ocean. She loved reading, nature and spending time with the people she loved who will remember her warm presence and perennial smile.

Colleen is survived by her husband Rockwell “Rocky” P. Ludden, her daughter Maryl Ludden, her son Rocky M. Ludden and her siblings Joyce, Dale, Larry, Roseann and David.

A memorial service will be held on Monday, April 14, 2025 at 11am at the First Congregational Church of Yarmouth, Rt. 6A, Yarmouth Port. The service will be followed by a collation and celebration of life from 12-1 pm. A graveside service for family and friends will take place at 1:30pm.