Douglas G Traughber's Obituary
Douglas Grant Traughber, beloved father, grandfather and brother, passed away on September 24th at Fair Havens Christian Home in Decatur, Illinois at the age of 93. He was born to J. Elmer and S. Jane (Hays) Traughber in 1922. Grant retired from the Illinois Central Railroad 31 years ago.
Grant is survived by his son, Ron (Cathy) Traughber of Chester, NJ; his sister, Beulah Buesinger of Taylorville, IL ; his daughter-in-law, Renate Traughber; his three grandchildren, Patrick, Meagan and Michael Traughber; and great-grandsons, Lenny and Lucas Traughber.
Grant was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Margaret Traughber; his second wife, Corinne Traughber; his sons, David and Jim Traughber and his daughter, Carolyn Baker.
Honoring Grant’s wishes cremation services will be provided by Graceland/Fairlawn Crematory. No services are planned at this time.
The family of Douglas Grant Traughber is being served by Graceland/Fairlawn Funeral Home, 2091 N. Oakland Avenue, Decatur, IL. View the online obituary and send condolences to the family at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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