Karen Vodenichar Trautman, 81, of Brighton Twp, passed away on July 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born November 8, 1942 in Langeloth, PA she was a daughter of the late William H. and Kathryn (Giglotti) Young. Karen worked as a manager in shortage control for over 35 years at the former Kaufmans, and Macys. She loved family gatherings, playing cards, and gossiping.

Along with her parents Karen was preceded in death by her husband, Ralph R. Trautman (2021); as well as her brother, Howard Young (2004)

Karen will be greatly missed by her son, David (Karen)Vodenichar; daughter, Dayna (Ed) Dierdorf; sister and brother-in-law, Pamela (Robert) Rogers; sister-in-law, Barbara Deane Young; grand-children, Chelsey (Ryan) Holt, Roni Vodenichar, Daniel (Morgan) Dierdorf, Kurt (Brooke Nicol) Dierdorf; great grandchildren, Alexis, Isabella and Noah Holt; and her faithful four-legged companion, Muffi.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Noll Funeral Home Inc. As per Karen’s wishes, there will be no visitation. A private Celebration of life will be held at a later date. Inurnment will take place at the Cemetery of the Alleghenies, Bridgeville, PA. Online condolences may be shared at www.nollfuneral.com.

Memorial contributions may be made in Karen’s name to the Beaver County Humane Society, 3394 Brodhead Road, Aliquippa, PA 15001.

The family would like to thank the staff at Providence Health and Rehab Center for their love and compassionate care given to Karen during her time with them.