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Gary Trautman Obituary
Fredericksburg - Gary L. Trautman, 71, of Fredericksburg, passed away on Wednesday, April 7, 2021, at Manor Care in Lebanon.
Born in Fredericksburg on March 28,1950, he was the son of the late Henry G. and Edith E. "Edie" Groff Trautman. Gary retired from Verl's Salads, where he worked as a cook for 45 years. He was a member of the St. John's U.C.C. in Fredericksburg. He loved to sing and would sing in barbershop quartets and also with his sister Wendy at many different events.
He is survived by his sisters Eileen F. Hayes of Lebanon, Brenda T. Good of Annville and Wendy E. Dorsey of Fredericksburg, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at the Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory, Rt. 72 & Camp Meeting Rd., Jonestown. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, there will be no viewing or visitation. Burial will be private at Cedar Hill Cemetery, Fredericksburg.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Stroke Assn., 7272 Greenville Ave., Dallas, TX 75231.
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Linda ( Swanger ) Wolford
April 12, 2021
Trautman Family...My Love & Prayers to all of you..Gary was a person so full of life...his smile was his trait and his beautiful voice...he is singing with the Angels God Bless All Of You
Denise Voshell
April 11, 2021
There are a lot of people in this world, that when you meet them one time....you like them. Gary was one of those type of people... Gary was a long time neighbor, and I got to know him through his sister Wendy. We used to hang out at the Trautman home a lot. It was always a warm, and welcoming place to be. Gary sang in our church choir, and on occasion, he and I would sing a duet together. He had a voice to be reckoned with, and had beautiful tones. We had a lot of good times, and good conversations. When I stopped off to his last place he lived, he just sat and cried. He was always so giving of a person, I should have gone to see him way before that, but he was just so happy to see me. He kept saying Mickey I can't believe you came. He talked about his sisters, and music, and the choir. I know he had a great faith in God.... and I am so sure that Gary is a member of the Heavenly chorus. This world lost a great guy.... but God will welcome him home....
Janie Deck
April 11, 2021
Dear Eileen, Brenda and Wendy: my love and prayers to all of you at this difficult time. Gary was always so happy and loved to laugh, which in turn brought joy to all those around him. It is said that gratitude brings you happiness, and Gary was a shining example of this. He was so thankful for everything given to him, visits, cards, care. He had truly suffered these last years, but is now singing and laughing with the Angel's. We will be with him again. Until that time, we have happy memories.
Byron Schaeffer
April 11, 2021
Gary was an extremely nice person, I am sorry to learn about his death. Our condolences go out to Wendy, Brenda, and Eileen.
Larry Bicksler
April 10, 2021
I am very saddened to hear of Gary’s passing. The entire Trautman family has my deepest sympathy. Gary always brought a smile to my face EVERYTIME I saw him. He was a very kind man and very genuine. R.I.P. Gary, you will be missed by many.
Carol Zellner
April 10, 2021
Our deepest sympathy to Gary's family during this difficult time. We remember Gary's warm personality and laughter and his beautiful singing voice. May all of your good memories bring you comfort and may God's peace be with all of you.
Carol (Withers) and Gary Zellner
Marian Bernstein, RN
April 10, 2021
Eileen, Wendy, and Brenda: I only knew Gary for a short time (4 years) but he always made me smile when I was down in spirit. He was a wonderful. kind person and he will be greatly missed. It was a joy knowing him. He was so appreciative of everyone and everything that was done for him. He was a great human being. Know that he will be looking after all of you even though he is not present physically he is with you in spirit. Remember all the good times that you had with him. I am honored to call Gary a friend. May you rest in peace my friend. To the family you have my deepest sympathies. Gary will be missed by all who knew him
Marlene Zellers
April 10, 2021
We are so sorry to learn of Gary’s passing, such a special, special man. We have so many fond memories of him, there was always warmth and happiness in the presence of Gary; he loved to laugh and that became contagious to others. Now he is singing with the angels in the presence of the Lord, for that we are grateful! Love to you girls and your family, Sincerely, Earl and Marlene Zellers
The Staff of Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory
April 9, 2021
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Kreamer & Lum Funeral Home & Crematory - Jonestown5 Campmeeting Road, Jonestown, PA 17038
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