Obituaries
Leslie S. Trautman, 61
October 25, 1960 - January 12, 2022
Leslie S. Trautman, 61, of York, passed away on Wednesday, January 12, 2022, at the Lancaster General Hospital. Born in York, she was the daughter of Thomas E. Keech of Ephrata, and the late Wilma Achaj Keech. Leslie was the loving wife of Charles W. “Chip” Trautman, and they celebrated 34 years of marriage last March.
A 1978 graduate of Manheim Township High School, Leslie went on to receive a bachelor’s degree from Millersville University and then her degree as a Registered Nurse from the Lancaster General Hospital School of Nursing. For more than 20 years, she worked in various capacities and locations with the Lancaster General Hospital. She was a gourmet cook, a cat lover, an avid bird watcher, and also enjoyed art and painting, games of all kinds and camping trips with friends and family.
Along with her father and husband, Leslie will be sadly missed by her daughter, Suzy Trautman and her wife Je Souther of Ithaca, NY, and her son, Tom Trautman, of Washington, DC. Also surviving is her brother, Gregory Keech, of San Francisco, CA, her step-mother Mary Keech, as well as a host of loving cousins and friends.
Due to the current pandemic the family has regretfully decided not to hold a memorial service at this time, and is considering options for a future celebration of life. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages contributions in Leslie’s memory to the Ann B. Barshinger Cancer Institute, 2102 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster, PA 17601, or to the York Audubon Society, 1907 Hollywood Drive, York, PA 17403.
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March 28, 2023
I grew up with Leslie in Wrightsville and enjoyed many great times in the house on Maple St. I always tell the story of how she and I as 4th graders, went to our principal’s office and presented a very solid case as to why we girls should be allowed to wear pants to school. We got the OK and the next day, she and I shocked everyone when we walked into class in our polyester “pant suits”! Many years later, we both crashed our high school reunion- always the rebels! I’ll always think back fondly of our friendship. My sincere sympathies to her husband and children, and especially her brother Greg who I remember well from our youthful days. May she Rest In Peace. Patty Vera Smith.
March 10, 2022
I want to express my sincere condolences to the family. I always enjoyed talking to Leslie and will miss her. She is at a place of love now free of pain. From Trixi and Angelo.
January 19, 2022
Chip, My thiughts and prayers reach out to you and your family. May your thoughts be filled with beautiful memories. Kim Mannon
January 16, 2022
Chip, Suzie, and Tom;
I was very sad to hear of Leslie’s passing. I have fond memories of times with your family. May you find peace in this time.
January 16, 2022
So sorry to see Leslie’s passing when looking at the obituaries this afternoon. What a great picture! I can still hear her laugh after all of these years! We worked together at LGH and watched each others kids when they were little. 😊 Good memories. Awwwww… I am so sorry for your loss Chip and family. 😞 You will all be in my thoughts. ❤️
January 16, 2022
Chip, I’m so sorry for your loss. I will be holding you and your family in my heart and my prayers. May you find peace within your sadness.
January 16, 2022
Chip, I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart breaks for you. Prayers for you and your family and may your memories help you through this sad time.
January 15, 2022
Dear Chip, Suzy, and Tom,
I am so sorry to hear of Leslie’s passing this week. She was a great friend to the Asma/Roberts family and she will be sorely missed. I am so grateful for all the people she touched and helped and loved while she was here with us. I know that she was welcomed into heaven straight into Martha’s arms and they are laughing and dancing together by some a campfire in the sky and she is free from pain and at peace. Much love from Jeanne and Pete
