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JAMES TRAUTZ Obituary

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JAMES C., JR., on October 20, 2014. Beloved husband of Marianne (nee Krayer). Devoted father of Mary A. Velazquez (Jose), James C. III (Catherine), Daniel G. (Katherine), Joseph P. and Jason F. Pop-Pop of Jose, Angelina, Jayna, JC, Leah and Sarah. Dear son of Helen (nee Eitzen) and the late James C. Trautz, Sr. Dearest nephew of Eleanor Trautz and Rose Nathason. Brother of Helen Jean Overholtz (Billy Joe), Steven (Tracy), David (Terry), Kenneth (Michelle) and the late Lisa Smith.
Relatives, friends and members of Widener, Apollo Kensington Lodge 211, F&A.M. are invited to his Funeral Service Monday 11 A.M., in the McELVARR FUNERAL HOME, 1415-17 East Susquehanna Ave, Fishtown, where his Viewing will begin at 9 A.M. Int. Oakland Cem. Masonic Services 10:45 A.M. The family is requesting memorial contributions to a Masonic charity of the donor's choice.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Oct. 24, 2014.

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Paul Knapp

October 27, 2014

Farewell My Brother, you have gone to meet your GOD, and may he approve of you, and how could he not. You are one with such a large heart, that took so much care of Family and friends. I will miss your help and support. Rest well, your labor is o'er.

Fred Fedak

October 24, 2014

Farewell, my Brother and fellow Floydian.
I will always cherish many fond memories shared during our times together, one in particular will always bring a smile to my face, as well several others.
Rest in Peace.

October 24, 2014

Jim,

You will be truly missed by all your family and friends, who loved you dearly. Rest in peace, god bless you. My prayers to the whole Trautz family.

Love,
Evelyn and Justino Velazquez

Bob & Anne Michlinski

October 24, 2014

Jim, thank you for being a wonderful, caring neighbor to my family. My mother and I extend our sympathy and condolences to Mary and the entire Trautz family. Rest In Peace my friend.

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27

Viewing

9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

McElvarr Funeral Homes - Philadelphia

1415-17 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Oct

27

Service

10:45 a.m.

McElvarr Funeral Homes - Philadelphia

1415-17 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

Oct

27

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

McElvarr Funeral Homes - Philadelphia

1415-17 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125

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