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AGE: 77 • Highland Park
John (Jack) L Trautwein, 77, passed away on Sunday August 30, 2015 at his residence in North Brunswick. He was born and raised in Dunellen before moving to Highland Park where he raised his family. He was a member of the Teamsters Local 408 in Union, he drove for Peoples Express in Newark before his retirement in 1994. He was a Veteran of the US Marine Corp.
Surviving are his son Jack Trautwein and his daughter Diane Finer; his brothers Tom and Robert; 4 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. A Memorial service will be held Friday, September 4, 2015, 11AM at Resurrection Cemetery Chapel in Piscataway followed by interment of cremains. Arrangements are under the direction of the Boylan Funeral Home 10 Wooding Avenue in Edison. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Gary Sinise Foundation for wounded warriors.
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Joe and Elsie Phillip
September 4, 2015
So sorry for your loss, Jack was a dear friend and a kind and loving man. . . semper fi
September 4, 2015
Dear Tommy and Trautwein family: Your strength will come from each other at this sad time and always, Peace to all
Kevin Murphy
September 3, 2015
Sorry for your loss Jack was a dear friend of mineKnown him for many years
Laurie Twist-Stebila Aux. 1st vice
September 3, 2015
On behalf of the I/A/C Aux. Our deepest condolences goes out to the Trautwein family. Jack was a true gentleman in every sense, to all of our ladies. Jack, thank you for the wonderful memories.
mae hudak
September 3, 2015
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
cally pivano
September 3, 2015
Jack,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are his legacy and a testament to the good man that he was. Just as your father was loved by many, so are you.
Know that his spirit is soaring in heaven and at the same time, with you, loving you and watching out for you always.
With love, light and deep sympathy,
Cally
Carol and Jack Sigismondi
September 3, 2015
To Jacks Family, He was a great guy. Had a lot of fun with your dad at the IAC. We had a special greeting an eskimo kiss. It was such a shock since we saw him Fri. night. May you all find peace that your dad was well respected.
Lisa Bagan & The Renner Family
September 3, 2015
You will always live in our hearts and prayers.
chris harned
September 3, 2015
To Jack's Family,
Your Dad was loved by so many people. He will be surely missed.
Chris Harned
Frannie Broxmeyer
VFW Auxiliary 3117 Edison
September 3, 2015
I was so sad when Roy told me of Jacks passing. I have many memories from long ago. Sincerely, Vivian Provenzano Morra
Hildy Masterson
September 2, 2015
So sorry to hear about the sudden death of Jack. He will be missed by everyone that knew him.
Laurie Twist-Stebila
September 2, 2015
Jack words can't express how heartbroken I feel with your passing. We had so much fun. Ocean City, Wildwood, keansburg & New Years eves at my mothers. You were my mothers closest male friend. She's at a loss right now. Save barstool up there for me!
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