Randolph Joseph Traeger

M, b. 10 October 1957, d. 30 October 2017
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    October 10, 1957 - October 30, 2017
    MT. ANGEL - Randy Traeger, 60, of Mt. Angel passed away on Monday, October 30th, 2017. Rosary will be at 7 pm, Thursday, Nov. 2, 2017 with Funeral Service at 10am, Friday, Nov. 3, 2017 both will take place at St. Mary's Catholic Church of Mt. Angel. The Lord called Randy home and he is now walking in Heaven in the presence of Jesus and his beloved sister Kimmy. Randy was an entrepreneur, coach, mentor, author, artist, inspirational speake, and loving husband and father. He became known as "Coach" to many. He coached high school football for 38 years and entered the lives of thousands of young men that would seek his guidance. His amazing characteristics of art and humor were commonly the base for conversation that typically turns philosophical and sometimes mythical. His eclectic nature kept people guessing and always listening. He was the Mayor of Mt. Angel, volunteer fire fighter, parish council and a well-respected business man as executive vice-president of Traeger Grills. He always put others first and used his many gifts to help anyone in need. THe culmination of his life's passion is represented in his non-profit organization Virtue First Foundation. His goal was to promote virtue to re-build the character of America's youth. Christ was there at his side through all of his life's struggles and gave him the strength to persevere. Randy is the eldest son of Joe and Kathy Traeger's nine children. He is survived by his wife, Lynnette Traeger, and children: Richard, Louie, Ryland and Hilda Traeger, Tyson and Karen Traeger, Simon Traeger, Krystal and Ryan Berning, Nicolle and Justin DeHerrera, and Derek Traeger; 12 grandchildren, his siblings: Mark Traeger, Debbie Fessler, Laura Traeger, Terese Webb, Greg Traeger, Julie Ott and Brian Traeger. He was preceded in death by his sister, Kimberlee Traeger. Contributions in memory of Randy may be made to Virtue First or Peruvian Partners. Arrangements by Unger Funeral Chapel of Mt. Angel.
    Statesman Journal on Thursday, 2 November 2017 Salem, Marion County, Oregon.

Kimberlee Jo Traeger

F, b. 20 July 1972, d. 2 August 2013
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    July 20, 1972 - August 2, 2013
    Our Angel Kimberlee Jo Traeger went to be with the Lord Jesus Christ and His Angels in Heaven on August 2nd, 2013. For 41 years she blessed the loving care of her parents Joe and Kathy Traeger. Her days on earth were well spent for hte Lord as she inspired thousands wiht the peace of Christ which radiated from her. Kim's life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by her understood that the love you share far exceeds the quantity of time in which one lives. Though never being able to speak, Kim's eyes were the window to her soul and brought so much joy to our family. Although she was so frail, she gave us all such courage and strength and reminded us that in our weakness Jesus makes us strong. Kim is survived by her loving parents, Joe and Kathy Traeger; siblings, Randy (Lynnette) Traeger; Mark (Kelly) Traeger; Julie (Leo) Ott; Laura Traeger; Debbie (Tom) Fessler; Greg (Sandy) Traeger; Terese (David) Webb; Brian (Stephanie) Traeger; 38 nieces and nephews, 15 great nieces and nephews. Rosary Monday August 5, 2013 7:00 PM St. Mary Catholic Church, Mt. Angel, Oregon. Funeral Mass Tuesday August 6, 11:00 AM St. Mary Catholic Church, Mt. Angel, Oregon Jesus, Mary and Joseph pray for us. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: N.W. Rett Syndrome Foundation 4545 Trenton Loop SE Olympia WA 98501 www.nwrettsyndrome.org
    Statesman Journal pg C2 on Tuesday, 6 August 2013 Salem, Marion County, Oregon.