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JAMES TRAHIN Obituary

JAMES "JIM" TRAHIN, 68, of New Haven, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 21, 2013. Born in Fort Wayne, Ind. Jim worked at GE Corporation for 38 years, retiring in 2000. He also drove part-time for Tim Didier Meats. He was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, where he was an usher, the Quarter Century Club and IUE Local 901. He enjoyed golfing and watching IU Basketball. Surviving are his wife of 47 years, Pamela; son, Jamie (Carly) Trahin of Fort Wayne; daughter, Staci (Kory) Herdman of Metamora, Ohio; brother, Steve (Bev) Trahin of Arcola; sister, Mareta (Steve) Nestel of Florida; and nine grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Mary Trahin; daughters, Tina Krocker and Kimberly Koehlinger; and sister, Marilyn Trahin. Mass of Christian Burial is 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2013, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, with calling one hour prior. Msgr. John Suelzer officiating. Calling also from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Feb. 25, 2013, at D.O. McComb & Sons Pine Valley Park Funeral Home, 1320 East Dupont Road. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Memorials to Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana or Erin's House. To sign the online guestbook, visit www.mccombandsons.com

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Feb. 23, 2013.

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Steve & Kathy Delamarter

March 2, 2013

We were shocked and saddened to get the news of Jim's passing from Ralph and Mona. We have so many fond memories of our days together at Atwood Shores. Jim was a kind and gentle man and will be missed by all that knew him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Pam, Jamie and Staci.

Linda Schrader

February 28, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about this i worked with him to at GE he was a very nice guy. I just saw this on tv today so sorry.

February 27, 2013

Pam and family, please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.So sorry for your loss.
Blessings to you.
Vicki (Habecker)Gerbers

Deborah Gerbers

February 26, 2013

Pam
I am so very sorry about the loss of Jim. I just learned about this today. You are in our thought and prayers.
Sincerely, Deb Gerbers

February 26, 2013

Pam,
My deepest sympathies.

Angela Rebber
Do it Best Corp.

Norma Imbody

February 26, 2013

Although it's been a long time since I have been in touch with Jim (aka "Jimmy James Earl" in our youth) I have always held Jim in my heart as my favorite cousin. Have many fond memories of growing up and staying with Aunt Mary & Uncle Earl in Arcola. Prayer for him and your family are many.

Amanda Burns/Willett

February 26, 2013

Uncle Jim was a great person he knew how to brighten someones day.. he is resting with the angels he truely is one.

Marlo Poole

February 25, 2013

An amazing Grandfather and a very special person in our lives. We will miss Jim terribly. Our love and prayers to the whole Trahin family.
The Poole's

February 25, 2013

Pam,
I was so sorry to read about Jim. My heart goes out to you and your family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. All my love, Mary (Alter)Nuttle

Lynn Gardner

February 25, 2013

Pam and family, So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Seeing him again at our 50th class reunion was wonderful.May God Bless you and your family at this difficult time.

Lois Haberkorn

February 25, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Lois, Jen, Joyce, Anna and Kay. (MidWest America Federal Credit Union)

February 25, 2013

Thinking of you Pam and Family.
God Bless, Cindi Baker

Linda Curtis

February 24, 2013

Pam and Family,
It was so good to see you last year and to have lunch and share so many memories. May the many fond memories bring you and yours peace.
In sympathy,
Dan, Linda, and Cinda Curtis

Peggy Bratt

February 24, 2013

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was the best teacher I could have ever had at GE. Such a sweet person,always willing to help with any problem. He will be missed. He is needed by someone else now for more teaching.

February 24, 2013

Our deep Sympathy to the Entire family, may you all find peace in God. Thinking of all of you. Vinnie and Nancy Siders

Ebony Smith

February 24, 2013

Sending to prayers to all of the family members . He was a very nice man.

February 23, 2013

Pam and family
I am so happy I got to see Jim and you at our 50th high school reunion last year. Our thoughts and prayers are with at this most difficult time. Dave & Cheryl Bosler Anderson, Indiana.

February 23, 2013

Pam,Jamie & Staci, Im so sorry to hear about Jim he was an amazing sweet guy! He sure will be missed! I know that Tina & Kim were right there to welcome him home! Just know you are in my thoughts & prayers!! Kim Roth

February 23, 2013

So sorry to hear about Jim. I worked with him at GE back on queenie. He was a good guy and we will miss him. You all will be in my prayers.
Melody King

Maryann Oxley

February 23, 2013

Im so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. My prayers are with you and the family.

February 23, 2013

Pam and family, we are sorry to hear of Jims passing. You are all in our prayers. Keith and Jenny Pranger Family

Rosemary Rhodes

February 23, 2013

Pam,
I had all respect for Jim & his sweet nature. I can't ask why??? Only believe & trust God to carry you & family during this time. My prayers & love are here for you & God's presence will fill the void in your heart. Angels are family & friends.

February 23, 2013

Pam, so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I always thought he was such a sweet guy. We had alot of fun playing cards when our children were little. My Condolences, Candy Fox

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