Andrew Traiteur Obituary

Andrew Traiteur
Mr. Andrew Traiteur, 82, of Waterloo, Ill., born Jan. 8, 1925, in East St. Louis, Ill., died Wednesday, May 17, 2007, at Memorial Hospital Belleville, Ill.
Mr. Traiteur was a livestock trader who dealt with Hogs, Cattle, Sheep, and Goats. He
was a member the Cattleman's Association and the Monroe County Farm Bureau. He enjoyed riding around in his golf cart and fishing.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Louis and Annette, nee Deihler, Traiteur.
Surviving are his children, Art (Linda) Traiteur of St. Louis, Mo., Diane "Dede" (Keith) Brinkmann of Paderborn, Ill., and Judy (Dan) Tate-Scott of Paderborn, Ill.; five grandchildren, James (Sherri) Tate, Lisa (Ed) Kimme, Kim (Gene) Otten, Jennifer Tate, and Shawn (Wes) Sensel; seven great-grandchildren, Austin Guetterman, Zachary Kimme, Nick Otten, Jessica Otten, Emma Otten, Sophia Tate, and Regan Sensel; a brother, Joseph (Charlotte) Traiteur; two nephews, Joe (Linda) Traiteur and Larry (Delaine) Traiteur; a great-nephew, Justin Traiteur; three great-nieces, Jamie (Brad) Lester, Brandy Traiteur, and Samantha Traiteur; and other relatives, and many friends.

Love came over me when I saw my Grandpa.
I was sitting in a chair next to his hospital bed holding his hand to give him hope.
When I was next to him looking in his eyes,
I realized I didn't have much time with him before his life would go dim.
I prayed to god to keep him safe, and in his mind, and to keep him out of harm's way.
Love came over me when my grandpa said he loved me.
I shed a tear and told him I Love you too.
He is home for now I am happy to say, but he is also talking about his alfalfa hay.
I hope he stays home, but if he passes away, I will always know he is in my heart
when love comes over me.

Zach Kimme

Memorials are appreciated in lieu of flowers to St. Michael's Catholic Church Building Fund, Paderborn, Ill., or donor's choice.

Visitation: Friends may call from 4 to 8 p.m., Friday, May 18, 2007 at Valhalla Holten Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill.

Funeral: Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 19, 2007, at Valhalla Holten Funeral Home, Belleville, Ill., with Deacon Don Dietz officiating. Interment will be at Valhalla Gardens of Memory, Belleville, Ill.

VALHALLA HOLTEN FUNERAL HOME,
Belleville, Ill.

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Published by Belleville News-Democrat from May 18 to May 19, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for Andrew Traiteur

13 Entries

Kim Otten

May 21, 2007

This is the eulogy read at the service. Read by Lisa Kimme, Shawn Sensel and Kim Otten. Written by Kim Otten with the help of Dede.
Who Was Andy Traiteur?
Where do I begin...he was Dad, Papa, Papa B.S. and Andy. He answered to all. He was a great man that was always surrounded by famly and friends that loved him dearly. He would tell a corny joke and laugh at himself. His passions were cattle, sheep goats, rabbits, fishing, riding in his golf cart, bailing hay, going to auctions at Fruitland and stopping at Parkette for a patty melt and a bowl of vegetable soup. He was rarely seen without a cigar. Even though he had to light it a thousand times, he always had one. He had nicknames for many. He called my mom Deenee and everyone else was hired hand or cocky. His golf cart buddy was Kenny and his auction buddy was Vernie and Mom. He bribed all the kids with quarters for the snack machine and soda machine. All they had to do was say B.S. and they had a hand full of money. He wanted desperately to drive that tractor again and bale some hay. He was a father of three, a grandfather to five and a great grandfather to seven. My mom, Dede, spent the last few years of his life taking care of him. For that, she has grown her wings. He depended on her and her commitment to him was extraordinary. My Mom always said, "Good night Dad, see you in the morning"...he would reply, "see you in my dreams'. When she would come back in the morning, he would say, "I knew you would be back, get the truck and trailer we have to go get a bull". He was always ready to get back into being a rancher. He had a great love for his grandkids. Zach and Emma were his favorite hired hands. He wanted to adopt baby Regan. He had pictures of all the great grandkids next to his bed. Every morning he would say good morning to all of them. Traiteurville Stables will never be the same without him. He was always on the porch, sitting in his chair, drinking a cup of coffee and smoking a cigar waiting for the next person to stop by. I am sure that right now, he is in Heaven riding his golf cart and most likely got stuck in a ditch already. This is a time to mourn, remember everything about him and thank God that we had the time with him that we had. We love you and miss you Papa B.S. Until we meet again...If tears could build a stairway and memories a lane, I'd walk right up to Heaven and bring you home again.

Marilyn Barttelbort

May 18, 2007

Traiteur Family, Artie, Dedee, and Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of Andy's passing. I have many fond memories of him and his family, as 35-40 years ago we spent a lot of time with the traiteur family. My sympathies and prayers are with you all at your time of loss.
Your father was an inspiration and happy jolly guy, and very dear to many people.
Marilyn Klein Barttelbort

Bonnie Klein-Uebinger

May 18, 2007

Art, Dede & Judy,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss.
It has been a long time since I have seen Andy, but we go back a long way. My family spent a many a day with yours, and OH what a blast it was. I know you will all miss him, he was a good guy. I think of you often.
Take care,
Bonnie Klein-Uebinger

William and Barbara Brown

May 18, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Barbara Widel

May 18, 2007

To the Traiteur Family: I haven't know Andy many years, but the years I have known him I could see the love and the sparkle in his eyes for the kids. That dollar was always in his hand ready to pass to the kids. He loved good jokes and good people who liked to have fun. We will miss Andy at the Halloween party and the pig roasts. Even up till the end he had his sense of humor. I know his passing will leave a large hole in your hearts, but know Andy is in a better place and out of pain. He left behind some really good people that he helped mold, the world is a better place because Andy was in it.

Dan & Sandy Gilliam

May 18, 2007

To all family members,

We would like to express our deepest sympathy to all of you.

Dan & Sandy

Denise Hubbs

May 18, 2007

Dede and extended family, Sorry to read of the loss you have experienced. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Scott Geller

May 18, 2007

To the whole Andy Traiteur family,

So sorry to hear of the passing of Andy. You are all in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Micheal Weiser

May 18, 2007

I will miss you; you showed me so much by letting me work on the farm when I was still in school. Thank you Andy

Stacey Tedford

May 18, 2007

Dede, Kim and family, I am so sorry for you lose and my heart and prays are with you all.

Samantha Traiteur

May 17, 2007

Dear Papa,
You are the best in the world. I will miss you very much. I am sad.
Love,
Sam

Brandy Traiteur

May 17, 2007

Dear Pa,
I will never forget going with you to the Fruitland cattle auctions. I will sure miss you!
Love,
Brandy

Lisa Davis

May 17, 2007

Andy,
I will never forget you teaching me how to collect eggs from the hen house! You will be greatly missed by all of us who knew you.
The Girl -- Lisa Higgins Davis

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