Cramer benefit May 5

A May 5 benefit is planned for the Jon and Elissa Cramer family of Mankato. Jon Cramer (left), who is recovering after undergoing a life-saving abdominal surgery, is pictured with his wife, Elissa, and their children Carter, 5, and Maya, 4. Submitted Photo
Jon Cramer, husband of 2005 Waterville-Elysian-Morristown High School graduate Elissa (Preuss) Cramer, is recovering from a series of complications stemming from a ruptured appendix and a subsequent, emergency surgery to wash his organs and remove a section of his colon.
After three weeks in the hospital, Jon is now home recovering with the help of his wife, children, Carter, 5, and Maya, 4, and other family members and friends, but will be out of work for months.
Cramers' friends and family members are hosting a benefit for the family on Saturday, May 5, from 4 p.m. until 7 p.m. at The Loose Moose Saloon and Conference Center in Mankato. The event will include an all-you-can-eat taco bar for $10, a silent auction, and a bake sale. If you would like to donate an item for the silent auction, contact Sandy Preuss at (507) 330-3810.