Abington Native, Remembered For Love Of Mountains, Canoeing, Passes At 65

Obituary courtesy Huff and Lakjer Funeral Home.

LANSDALE, PA -- Kenneth R. Trader, 65, Lansdale, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016, at his residence from natural causes. He was the loving husband of Diane E. (Evans) Trader.

Born May 15, 1951, in Abington, he was the son of the late Marion H. and Doris D. (DuPue) Trader.

Throughout his life, Ken was dedicated and hard working. He enjoyed the outdoors, going to the mountains and canoeing. Almost every winter evening he would be seen building meticulous fires in his home fireplace, and having a cold beer by his television, while spending time with his devoted wife, Diane. His favorite car was his Mustang.

Ken had a special feline friend, Miller, enjoyed playing games with his children, and especially looked forward to Christmas every year.

Above all else, he had an endless love for his family.

Along with his wife, he is survived by two daughters, Jennifer L. Bracht (Daniel), of Conshohocken, and Heather J. Gill (Jonathan), of Telford; granddaughter, MacKenzie Bracht and soon to be grandson, Bradley Gill; brothers, James (Jean), Ambler, and Phillip (Drew), Stowe.

The family will receive friends starting 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, October 11, 2016, at Huff & Lakjer Funeral Home, 701 Derstine Ave., Lansdale, with the Funeral to follow at 10:30 a.m. Interment in Whitemarsh Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers please make contributions in his name to; www.justice-rescue.com

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