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Brian Traxler Obituary

BRIAN TRAXLER September 26, 1967 - November 19, 2004 Brian Traxler, age 37, passed away November 19, 2004 in San Antonio, TX. Brian was born and raised in Waukegan, IL. Brian was a loving father, son, brother and uncle. He was the "life of the party" and always made people laugh. Brian was a career baseball player and coach with the Los Angeles Dodger Organization. Brian was preceded in death by his father, Sandy Traxler. Brian is survived by his daughter, Ashley; mother, Ruth; sisters, Kelly Sheward (Wes) and Stacey; nephews, Tristan and Jack. A Memorial will be held on December 1, 2004 at 6:00 at Alamo Funeral Home in San Antonio, TX. A "Celebration of Life" Reception will follow at the VFW Sam Houston. In lieu of flowers, a college trust fund in the name of Ashley Traxler may be made to: Smith and Barney, Attn: Ted Wood, 2300 Windy Ridge Pky., Suite 550 North, Atlanta, GA 30339.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Nov. 28, 2004.

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