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Mary Traver Obituary
On Tuesday, April 28th, 2015, Mary Traver, 79, passed away at her home in Lawrence, KS, after long battle with Multiple Sclerosis.
She was born on Dec. 3rd, 1935 in St. Louis, Mo. She was the youngest of three, born to Oscar and Elsie Fischer, who proceeded her in death.
Mary is survived by her husband, Hans, her beloved brother David O. Fischer (Patricia), her best friend and sister, Elizabeth Krachenberg and 3 daughters: Lisa (Tom), Janna (Marc McCann, grand-daughter Isabelle), and Kay; her numerous nieces and nephews, Karl (Joan), David (Karen), Dan, Liane, Micheal, Doris and Sabine.
Mary graduated from KU in 1957, with a Bachelor of Fine Arts. Her tall stature and dazzling smile caught the eye of a young entrepreneur named Hans. She and Hans were wed in St Louis, MO on Nov. 16th, 1957.
Over two continents, she raised her three girls and numerous animals, dogs, cats, horses and the occasional wounded bird or squirrel.
Her lifelong passion to create drove her daily to her workshop where she made beautiful works of art. Her works included abstract, jewelry, ceramics, wood-working, metal-smithing, sculpture and drawing. She worked on these throughout her life, until her hands no longer allowed it. Her work has been published and displayed for many to enjoy.
She loved chocolate, books, Thanksgiving gatherings with friends and family, also watching MASH and Murder She Wrote.
Spending time with her dear friend, Learlean Hooks Glover was a high point of every week. Visits from her dear friend and college roommate, Janet Wray were always special occasions.
We would like to extend a special thank-you to her nurses for the care and love they gave Mary; Nabombe, Christy, Shirley, Angelina, and Regina and to her masseuse Curtis. Each of you made her so safe and comfortable, your caring and friendships meant the world to her.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation to the charity of your choice. There will be no services per Mary's wishes.
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Kristin Townsend
May 7, 2015
I met Mrs. Traver through her daughter Lisa, at her house in the late 70's. She was a very kind and talented woman. I was fortunate enough to see much of her artwork. I appreciate the wide range of work that she created. I have in my possession a bronze sculpture that she named the "Peruvian Woman". I have always cherished it and I always will. It is an honor to have known you Mrs. Traver.
Lisa Traver
May 5, 2015
Darryl Graves
May 5, 2015
Lisa and Hans, please accept our sincere condolences on the loss of Mary. She and you are in my thoughts.
Leslie Carroll
May 3, 2015
Peace and joy my friend. Visiting with you over the years helped drive my creative process.
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May 3, 2015
To Lisa, Jana, and your entire family. Our condolences on the passing of your mother.
J.C. Gilroy and Family
New York 1960
May 2, 2015
Mary with Liz and Dave Lawrence,Ks and Bob
May 2, 2015
Mary with Kay & Janna Ft. Worth,TX 1975
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Lima,Peru 1962 with Lisa in front of their apartment
May 2, 2015
Dancing at her wedding, New York. 1957
May 2, 2015
Mary working away, St. Louis, MO 1952
May 2, 2015
Regina Swopes
May 2, 2015
May, Mary rest in peace such a wonderful woman
WT & PJ Miller
May 2, 2015
We are glad she had such a loving family and group of friends to help her through to the end.
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