Daniel Traughber

DANNY TRAUGHBER IDAHO FALLS. ID -- Daniel Roland "Danny" Traughber passed away on October 2, 2007, in St. George, Utah. He was born to Harry and Grace Ritchey Traughber on November 9, 1934, in Idaho Falls, Idaho. He is survived by his wife, Willa Katherine "Kitty" Traughber; and his children, Marian (John) Packebush, Pam (Jim) Fiedler, Jennifer (T.J.) Robinson; and Chuck (Rayna) Traughber; nine grandchildren and two great grandchildren. Danny spent most of his life as a resident of Swan Valley, Idaho, where he was a charter member of the Chapel in the Valley, but more recently was a member of Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church in St. George. He was a farmer, mechanic, part owner of the Swan Valley Commissary, and postmaster, from which he retired in 2000. He also volunteered as a paramedic, EMT, in Search and Rescue, and served on the Bonneville County Planning and Zoning Commission. Danny graduated from Idaho Falls High School in 1952, where he participated in chorus and operas. He attended Grinnell College in Iowa, and the University of Utah. He married Willa Katherine Moore June 10, 1954. Danny enjoyed watching all sports, traveling, and he especially loved the beautiful mountainous surroundings of Swan Valley and the red rock canyons of St. George. Choral singing was always a great joy for him and one of the highlights of his retirement years was his recent trip to New York to sing at Lincoln Center. Memorial Services were held Thursday, October 4, 2007, in St. George, Utah. In Idaho Falls, Services will be held Monday, October 8, 2007, at 2 p.m. at Trinity United Methodist Church, 237 N. Water. The family will meet with friends during the hour proceeding the services. Dan's wishes were to have, in lieu of flowers, contributions to the building fund of Shepherd of the Hills United Methodist Church, 920 Tonaquint Dr., St. George, Utah, 84770. ----------------------------------- Condolences sent online: Terry and Cindy Luzier We're sorry to hear of your loss. Danny was a terrific person. Our thoughts are with all you. The Luzier Family LeAnn Frase I was sorry to hear about Danny from Mom. I understand what you are going through and can only say they are not really gone so long as you keep them in your hearts. LeAnn Frase (Cromwell) Love and sympathy, NaDene Kelli Toole-Marshall marsmike@ida.net Dear Jennifer, I am so sorry to hear about your dad. It sounds like he was a very special man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Kelli Hollie Gilbert I'm deeply sorry for your loss. Love Hollie Robert and Colleen Poole colleen@anhs.net We were out of town and just heard about your father. He remembered me recently from accompanying him at Leslie Poole's funeral almost 25 years ago! He was a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Rev. Pamela Mayes pwmayes@srv.net Kitty, dear, Roger and I were sad to see the tribute to Danny in the Idaho Falls Post-Register last week. What a wonderful voice he had; I so enjoyed his contributions to worship at Chapel in the Valley during the time I served you. Please accept our sincere sympathy. And, may God bless you as you satisfy the many demands and tasks required at this time. Pamela Mayes, Pastor, FPC, Pocatello