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Richard Trautman Obituary
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Richard "Dick" W. Trautman, 82, formerly of Lebanon passed on February 7, 2017 at York Hospital after a short illness.
Born August 24, 1934 in Lebanon, he was the son of the late Kathryn (Friend)
and Joseph Trautman. He was the owner of the former Discount Furniture Barn, York, where he also conducted auctions and held Charity BINGO. Previously Dick was employed by Hoover Co. as a sales representative. Dick's first employment was with the former Sunset Bargain Town, in Lebanon where he started around 15 then well into adulthood.
He enjoyed spending time with family, going to flea markets and on cruises with his best friend (whom he called "Brother") Terry Brillhart. Richard was a home builder and rehabber of his apartments and homes. One of his near daily routines was going to Lowes, where he visited with the employees whom he considered as his extended family. They made him feel special and treated him as one of their own. Thank You Lowes Employees!!
He leaves to cherish his memory, children, Joe Trautman, husband of Bobbie, Kathy Mackey, wife of Chuck, Stephanie Meyer, wife of Ellis; grandchildren, Sherrie Mehring (Chris), Mechanicsburg, Robert Trautman (Kelly), IL, Rebecca Dove (Rick), Myerstown, Elissa Meyer, Mikayla Meyer, Austin Meyer, all of Annville; great-grandchildren, Peyton Mehring, Kye and Rosie Trautman, Brody and Logan Dove. He was preceded by siblings, Teresa Sliko, Earl Trautman, Barbara Buchter.
A viewing and visitation will be on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 from 6-8 p.m.at the Gladfelter Funeral Home, Inc., 822 East Market St., York, Pa.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the York Rescue Mission, 363 W. Market St., York, PA 17401
Words to sum up his life, " Honorable, Friend, Giving, and Happy".
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Steve Weitkamp
February 14, 2017
What a great guy. We will miss you on our cruise I was looking forward to having a beer with you. We always had a great time and lots of fun.
Karin Krebs
February 14, 2017
Such a joy, always smiling. Chatted many times when he came to my office to pay his real estate taxes. He will be missed by all. Karin Krebs
JACK & SHERYL HOOKS-- THOMASVILLE COUNTRY AUCTION
February 13, 2017
OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH THE TRAUTMAN FAMILY.
February 12, 2017
Love you Richard.....I will miss you. I will never forget all the smiles you brought to me at lowes everyday. Your kindness and love will always be missed....will miss our chats.
Tim Michaels
February 12, 2017
Richard was one of the kindest, and most generous people I knew. He was a great friend for many years. Deepest sympathy to the family. I will miss him tremendously.
Connie Hulshart
February 12, 2017
Your light will forevermore shine IN MY Heart!
Connie Hulshart
February 12, 2017
So sorry for your loss. He will be sadly missed by all his friends and Lowe's Family. I for one Will Miss him more than you could know as he was like a Dad to me. Always listening, smiling, and giving big hugs every day! That is what I will miss the most. He had such a kind heart and would do anything for anyone no matter what it was. He is now one of God's Angels! I Will Miss him dearly!
Angie Weitkamp
February 12, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the family on their loss. A star will shine brighter in the night sky as he looks down upon you all with love. We'll miss you Dick, our vacations will never be the same. Fair seas and following winds. Dinners at 6 pm.
Angie Weitkamp
February 12, 2017
Angie Weitkamp
February 12, 2017
February 12, 2017
Your heart was as big and as bright as your smile. I can't stop looking at your picture, I can't believe you are gone.
You will be greatly missed
I love you grandpa
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