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Donald Trautner Obituary

Trautner, Donald C. Age 86, of Joliet, at rest on Saturday, June 8, 2013. Survived by his loving wife, Frances Trautner (nee Gutnik); his sons, Ronald Trautner and Chuck Trautner; brother, Robert (Carol) Blagg; nephew, Brad (Janelle York) Gutnik of Crestview, FL; also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Rubbina (nee Bryce) Trautner; step-father, Grant Blagg; sister, Edith (Stephen) Gerencir. Donald was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, serving in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater during WWII. He was retired from the Will County Carpenters Local 174. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Donald's name to St. Joseph Church, Rockdale. A Celebration of Donald's life will begin on Thursday, June 13, 2013 at 9:20 am with prayers in the funeral home chapel, then moving in procession to St. Joseph Church, Rockdale for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:00 am. Interment to follow at Woodlawn Memorial Park, Joliet. Visitation will be on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Tezak's Home to Celebrate Life, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet. The Holy Name Society will meet and pray at 4:30 p.m. Obituary and Tribute Wall for Donald C. Trautner at www.tezakfuneralhome.com or for information, 815-722-0524. Arrangements entrusted to:

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Published by Herald-News on Jun. 11, 2013.

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Tracy Novak

June 11, 2013

Rest in peace Donny! You were always a wonderful friend, neighbor, and "Grandpa Donny" to my kids. You are truly missed. Thoughts & prayers to Franny & Ronnie.

June 11, 2013

We are very sorry to hear of Dons' passing on. I often think of the fishing trips to Michigan with Don, Tony and Richy Bush. I always looked forward to going to Rockdale and having coffee at Henrys'. We solved all the worlds' problems there. I miss those times with Don and the boys. Shirley and I express our condolences to you, Francie and your boys.
Frank and Shirley Krzich
Eldridge Iowa 52748

Rolland Cagwin

June 11, 2013

So sorry to hear about your Dad Chuck, Blessings to you and your family.

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