Lori A. Tragesser
Lori A. (Bontrager) Tragesser, 48 of Tipton died at 12:14 a.m. on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at her residence, surrounded by her family. She was born on December 13, 1970 in Indianapolis to Uriah & Reenie (Maple) Bontrager. On April 29, 1995 she married Ben Tragesser.
She is a member of St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Tipton. Lori graduated from Lawrence North High School in Indianapolis, class of 1989 and was a graduate of Indiana University in Bloomington. She was formerly the Community Development Officer at the Tipton County Foundation where she was instrumental in developing the Women’s Fund, Mobile Food Pantry and Backpack Blessings.
Lori was the Tipton High School Boys Soccer Booster President and a Samaritan Heart recipient. She was a Living Beyond Breast Cancer mentor and a support person for patients recently diagnosed with breast cancer. Lori also has a blog at www.yourstrulylori.com sharing her story and journey with breast cancer. She enjoyed traveling. Lori loved her family and kids very much.
She is survived by her husband, Ben, Tipton; five children, Jake Tragesser, Luke Tragesser, Levi Tragesser, David Tragesser and Lydia Tragesser; her parents of Indianapolis and one brother, Scott Bontrager and wife LaKesha of Fishers.
A funeral mass for Lori will be held at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 12 at Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Noblesville with Fr. Christopher Shocklee presiding. Burial will be in St. John’s Cemetery, Tipton at a later date. Visitation will be at the church from 2:00 p.m. until the time of the mass. Young-Nichols Funeral Home has been entrusted with the arrangements.
Memorial donations in Lori’s honor may be made to Encompass Credit Union, 201 N. Main Street, Tipton, Indiana, 46072 for either a fund to help with her children’s education or for breast cancer research being conducted by Dr. Kathy Miller.
Click here to view Lori’s website and blog
God Bless such a valiant warrior! She fought the good fight and now will claim her Victor’s crown in Heaven. She was a shining example to us all and will be sorely missed. May God comfort the entire family and may He hold you all in the palm of His hand now and always.
Holding you all close in thought and prayer-
Cathy Ferguson
Amen
I am so grateful that Lori has been my friend since our days together at Lawrence North High School. I have loved the time spent with all of her family during multiple trips to St. Louis. I can hear her contagious laugh and her pride and joy of all her children. Our deep condolences to Ben, Jake, Luke, Levi, David and Lydia. Your Mom fought the cancer fight with such spunk and dignity. She touched so many people’s lives with her generosity, love, and spirit.
So sorry for your loss Ben. Praying that the Lord Jesus will give you and your family strength in the coming days.
Lori was such an inspiration to all. She was also a fantastic mom and wife! My deepest condolences to the Tragesser family. May God’s strength, love, and peace get you through this very difficult time.
Lori has been the wind beneath the wings to millions across the country. She could stand in front of thousands or sit on the couch one on one, and her love, strength, and laughter would always transcend. It was advocacy that brought us together, but it was love and admiration that created our bond as friends. There are so many who love you all as our extended family and are praying for you. May the beautiful memories and peace from God comfort you as we honor Lori’s legacy.
Tamara Atkins
sorry for your loss.i wish i could be there for you great guys.
UB and Reenie: It’s been a long time since our paths crossed but I remember Lori. My deepest condolences on your loss . May God bless your family and give you peace.
I’m so very sorry to hear about Lori’s passing. She fought a long, hard battle with grace and dignity. I always remember her smile and laugh from high school, and will truly miss seeing her at future reunions. All God’s blessings to Lori and her family.
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Lori was such an inspiration in high school and especially seeing her journey through her blog. She was strong, brave, faithful and gave myself and so many people so much hope. Comfort and peace to you during this difficult time.