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James Elwood Traugott Click for Condolences      Printable Version 1925 - 2009 James Elwood Traugott - 1925-2009 James Elwood "Freight Train" Traugott, 83, of Ashland, died Saturday at his residence. He was born Oct. 21, 1925, in Ashland, the son of the late Louis and Mary Ellen Bruger Traugott. His loving wife of 60 years, Helen Collins Traugott, survives. He attended Ashland High School and Summit Missionary Baptist Church. He retired in 1991 from the AK Coke Plant and was a veteran of the U.S. Navy, where he served from 1943 through 1946. He was also preceded in death by a son, Gary Richard Traugott; a brother, Jack Traugott; and a sister, Anna Traugott Workman. Survivors, in addition to his wife, include a son and daughter-in-law, James Michael (Nadine) Traugott of Ashland; two daughters and a son-in-law, Linda Traugott Porter and Tammy Traugott (Brett) Hall, all of Ashland; a sister, Sarah Traugott Goble of Ashland; grandchildren Melissa (Scott) Pierce, Christopher Hall and Megan Hall, all of Ashland, and Aaron Hatfield of Mount Holly, N.C.; and great-grandchildren Sydni and Nicholas Pierce of Ashland and Zachary Hatfield of Mount Holly. The funeral will be at 1 p.m. Tuesday at Steen Funeral Home-Central Avenue Chapel in Ashland by Brother Earl Hazel. Burial will be in Ashland Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6 to 8 p.m. today at the funeral home. Contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association, Greater Kentucky and Southern Indiana Chapter, Kaden Tower, 6100 Dutchman's Lane, Suite 401, Louisville, KY 40205-3284. Condolences may be sent to steenfuneralhomes.com.

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There are currently 6 condolences.

Sen. Walter Blevins Thursday June 11, 2009 at 9:27 AM

My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. May God bless and comfort.

Linda Chapman Tuesday June 9, 2009 at 8:49 PM

I became friends with Jim at the nursing home. I was so impressed with his devotion to Helen. My mother commented frequently that he seemed like such a wonderful man and was so attentive to his wife. We spoke every evening at supper and he always had a smile and never seemed upset or frustrated. I already miss seeing him. It was a pleasure knowing him. Your mother was lucky to have him to care for her. My condolences to your family.

Tim Christian Monday June 8, 2009 at 10:55 PM

Linda,Mike,Tammy, Sorry to see the passing of your dad. I was just thinking of your mom last week; wondering how see was doing. Wanted to stop by and see you dad when I was in last weekend, but decided not to , my loss. Please give you mom my regards. If someone can drop me a quick line and let me know how she's doing. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Tim

Peggy Woods bobby_peggy@windstream.net Monday June 8, 2009 at 6:02 PM

To Jim's family, my Mom was Mollie Kennard at Woodland and I got to know Jim during the time that we were there. Mom ate lunch with Jim and Helen every day and Jim was a big help to me when I needed to raise cain with them down there. I don't believe that I have ever known a more devoted husband before. We should all be so blessed to have one like that. I still think of you all and will pray for you during this very difficult time. What a lovly man your Dad was and I know he will be missed by many people. Peggy Woods

Susan Valentine Mitchell susanvalentine@hotmail.com Monday June 8, 2009 at 7:06 AM

Tammy, I remember the summers we used to ride our bikes together and I popped your bicycle tire trying to fill it with air, I was scared to death to tell your Dad. I didn't know he was a teddy bear on the inside. My thoughts and prayers are with your family today. Love you all.

Jeani M. Picklesimer Sunday June 7, 2009 at 6:30 AM

Dear Linda, Tammy, family, Jim and I supported one another, as we walked the journey with our loved ones at the nursing home. I will miss my buddy, his support, his wit and his winning personality. There is no doubt that he was devoted to Helen - the love of his life! May GOD grant extra strength to each of you, as he keeps you in HIS LOVING CARE. I promise to continue to keep Helen in my prayers. Love to all. Jeani M. Picklesimer

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