Robert H. Traenkle of Newtown died peacefully in his sleep on Monday, June 25, 2012 at Abington Memorial Hospital, Abington.
He was 73.
Born in Philadelphia, Bob was the devoted son of Hugo and Berta Mahler Traenkle and the beloved husband of 44 years to Christine D. Terzyk Traenkle.
Bob was resident of Newtown for the past 8 years having formerly lived in Furlong for many years. He was a graduate of Frankford High School. Bob’s career was a picture of his personality, his creativity helped him with his boat manufacturing, when he was head of Egg Harbor Yacht Company, Egg Harbor New Jersey, his finance background helped his career in the Mortgage Banking industry. He served his country and was a Sergeant in the United States Army as a Radio Inter Speed Operator.
Bob, loved life, and looked forward to being with his grandchildren; he enjoyed boating, golf and traveling. He will be missed for his quick wit and loving smile.
In addition to his beloved wife he is survived by his dear children; Christy Traenkle, Robert K. Traenkle and his wife Nicola and Tracey Traenkle, 3 devoted grandchildren; Robert Holden Traenkle, Harrison Arthur Traenkle and Owen Landers. He is also survived by his sister Mary Vallone.
Services and Interment will be private.
Contributions in his memory may be made to the Bristol/Comey Scholarship c/o Hamilton College 198 College Hill Rd. Clinton NY 13323
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Dear Chris,
Bob and I send our deepest sympathy. Your Bob was kind, gentle, generous and very good neighbor. We are grateful to have known him and are very sorry that his life was cut short by illness.
With Love, Betty and Bob
My family is so deeply saddened by Bob's passing. He was a wonderful, caring, generous and loving friend who brightened our days with just a "hello" on the phone or a warm greeting when we saw him. I have so many wonderful memories of days Harry and I spent together with Bob, Chris and the family on the "Honey Bear", he treated us as part of his family. Harry totally enjoyed and loved those times spent together, as did I. We were blessed to have him in our lives, he was not just a friend, but family to our entire family. He was indeed a remarkable man in so many ways, and to walk in his steps, would be no easy feat. His love of life and those around him will always be in our memories and hearts. I am sure he and Harry will check out that "yacht in the heavens", with Harry documenting it all for us to see someday. Of course it will all be in HD! We love you Bob, and will miss you. Rest in peace and know that the love we have for you will always radiate up to you.
Bob, (as we affectionately refer to as "Grumps"), has always shown such kindness to our family. I will always recall his warm smile and cheerful and welcoming spirit! We also shared "joint custody" of that special lab, Bailey!
Our thoughts are with all of you. I am thankful for the special memories we will always share of a very special man.
With love,
Marisa ,Peter, Lauren and Ryan.
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