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Jane Trahair Obituary

Died November 1, 2005

TRAVERSE CITY - Jane P. Trahair, 79, died Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2005.

Jane was born in Mitchell, Ind., on Oct. 2, 1926, to Hugh and Hattie (Love) Purkhiser. She married Norman Trahair Jr. on Aug. 25, 1951.

Jane was family oriented and lived her life with the quality and grace of a true lady. She belonged to the Alpha Delta Pi Sorority while in college, was a member of the Church of the Master Presbyterian Church in Mesa, Ariz., and in her career was a secretary for State Farm Insurance Company.

She moved to Arizona in 1999, but always considered Traverse City her home.

Jane is survived by her son, Stephen (Debbie) Trahair of Traverse City; daughter, Norma (Fred) Kropp of Madison, Wis.; grandchildren, Nicholas Trahair and Patti, Chris, Julie and Nicole Thomas; and great-grandchild, Alex Huibregtse, all of Traverse City.

Jane was preceded in death by her husband; brothers, Hugh W. and James Purkhiser; and parents, Hugh and Hattie Purkhiser.

A memorial service will be held at the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home Thursday, Nov. 3, 2005, at 6 p.m., with visitation two hours immediately prior to the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Michigan Polio Network, 100 Superior Street North, Oscoda, MI 48750.

Kindly share memories with the family on their on-line guest book at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com.

The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home of Traverse City.

This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.

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Published by Record-Eagle on Nov. 2, 2005.

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Trev

November 14, 2005

Dear Steve and Norma and families,

I am so sorry to hear that we have lost two wonderful, wonderful persons so quickly. My deepest sympathy to all. So sorry that I didn't learn of Mom's passing sooner. God bless you all and give you strength during this difficult time. Love, Trev

Susan Vanatta (fka Woodring)

November 4, 2005

Steve -

I am so sorry about the loss of your parents. I truly enjoyed having them as neighbors in TC, and kept in touch with them (by email) after I moved to CO. I am so happy Kristi was able to visit them in TC this past July. You are in my prayers to get through this tough time.

Mary Kay Neumann

November 3, 2005

Dear Norma,

I am so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Mom. I can only imagine how difficult this is after losing your Dad so recently. Please take good care of yourself.

Peg May

November 3, 2005

Dear Steve and Norma,

I can't tell you how sorry I was to hear about your dad--and now your mom. For many years we were neighbors and friends. I treasure the memories of those years and my special friendship with all of you. You were blessed to have such wonderful parents. You are all in my prayers.

Love, Peg

Mary Goeb

November 2, 2005

Dear Norma, Fred, Steve and Family,

After I heard that your dad had passed on, I began to think about all the wonderful times we had at the Trahair house as we were growing up. I always felt so welcome-no matter what hour of the day or night we would all show up!

The late hours in your basement, Bud and Jane always supplying us with all the great snacks and sodas and the crazy things we would do to get their goats! They were great and I will always cherish the memories we have of our times that we were "all" together! I will always love and appreciate your mom and dad as they so obviously loved and appreciated each other!

Lots of love to you all! Mary



P.S. I can see them now..dancing with that goofy Christmas Tree Angel!

Maxine & Willie Nielsen

November 2, 2005

Norma,

We are saddened by the sudden death of your mom. You have had a couple of months of sadness. We are so sorry. Love to you and Fred.

Maxine & Willie

Connie Anderson

November 2, 2005

Norma, Steve, Debbie, Fred and Nick--

We are all thinking about you and sending you the strength to get through these days. We are so sorry for your loss, especially so close on the heels of Bud's death.



Norma, we loved meeting and hearing stories about your parents over the years and know that you are a living testament to their love and kindness. (And then there is the legacy of an amazing capacity to enjoy chocolate and other sweet treats!)



I know it would be important to your mom to know that you'll have the support to get through this. So, on Jane's behalf, I want you to know that we're with you for the long haul and will be here to support you when you come back to Madison.



With love, and on behalf of all of us at Anderson & Kent,

Connie

Brianne Jeffries

November 2, 2005

Norma,

I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I am sure it has been a rough few months for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.



I miss your laughter and can't wait to see you again soon.



Take care,

Brianne

Bob and Bev Schwenter

November 2, 2005

Our deepest sympathey to the family of Jane. We will always remember Jane for her kindness and friendly manner.

Alexis Pozesky

November 2, 2005

With sincere sympathy.



Alexis and Hazel

cheryl gore follette

November 2, 2005

Steve, I am sorry to hear you lost your mom. I hope that she was not suffering for a long time. Take care and know that she is with your dad now.

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