Kurt Trautmann

I knew Kurt back in our formative years in Berea, OH and am very sad to see the news. I fondly recall an outstanding guy with an infectious laugh - what a wonderful obituary and testimony to a life well lived. Namaste my old friend.

I´ll never forget the man who boldly named a hot dog after ... me! Thanks for the laughter and thanks for the great chow, old friend. Ever on! Dav

RIP Kurt

Kurt was a wonderful man. He and I dated for a couple of years in the early 90s and had we shared some great adventures in that time. He was kind, funny, a great skier, excellent chef, and lover of spontaneous road trips! My heart goes out to his family and it is my hope that your time with him gave you many wonderful memories to remember all the good times. I will never forget Kurt and how he opened my eyes to new food, new places, and new friends. He cooked an amazing BBQ dinner for my...

Sending heartfelt hugs to the Trautmann family. Hoping that his wonderful life and memories carry you through this hard loss. We enjoyed a backyard BBQ with the family in Durango when Rexanne was in elementary school. Diana and Doug Wright

I met Kurt when he became the head chef at Purgatory a long time ago. We became friends immediately. He worked wonders there, but soon left. His Aspen Cafe was also a hit. Then I followed him to Nature's Oasis, where he worked his magic in the kitchen. Such a good man, and friend. You will be missed, my friend. Craig