Donald Traxler Obituary

Don will be truely missed he was a great friend of myself and my wife we are sending prayers to the family.

I'm so sorry to hear of the loss of Don. I know he will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He accomplished much in his life. My heart and prayers are with all of the family as they always have been and always will be. God bless and keep you all and give you comfort in this time of need.

Don was head of the Dept of Education/ONU when I worked there as a student in the early 80's. He loved to tease me. :) He was always upbeat and encouraging, and seemed to know something or have a story to share about any subject or place that came up in conversation. He helped me, as a new student, feel so accepted and he inspired confidence in me during my transition to college life with his easy manner. He and his wife often welcomed many of us (students) into their home for meetings or for casual dinners. He was very supportive and was a positive influence during the short time that I knew him. I was so saddened to hear of his passing. My deepest sympathy and condolences to his family. Our prayers are with you.

Don was an inspiration to all OEA-R members. His knowledge and service will be greatly missed.

Don was a big influence in my life as a young man attending ONU. He was my academic advisor, but more importantly, a friend I could lean on during difficult times. I am proud to say I am currently in my 40th year of education and basketball coaching. Don is one of the biggest reasons I made it in the educational field! I owe him so much! Whenever he saw me at basketball tournaments in later years, he would warmly greet me with a smile...and usually a wisecrack! LOL! He will be missed. My condolences to Ty and the family.

It was my honor to swear him in as Mayor of Ada. He was a wonderful man. My condolences to Ty and the grandchildren.

Don was the consummate educational leader and activist. He was deeply passionate and committed to the success of educators, students, and public education, and we were so fortunate to have him continue his activism in OEA and NWOEA for decades after his term as president of the Ohio Education Association. I consider myself lucky to have benefitted from his stories and the example he set for never walking away from a cause he believed in. Ty and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. I know nothing gave him greater pride than his family.

-Scott DiMauro, OEA President

Too many memories to be shared here. Don was one of my favorite teachers (8th grade math and science). He was a cheerleader for everyone and remained interested in the lives of all of his former students. I was blessed to spend a day with him a few years ago when he was passing through Philadelphia. We stayed in touch after that, and I am proud that he considered me a friend. Always a smile on his face, Don's way with people was always to lift them up, never to put them down. We could use a lot more of that now. Ty, as you know, you and your family were the light and pride of his life. Blessings to you all now.

I knew Don as a Democrat and race fan. In recent treats I’d often run into him where my sons were racing. He always had a smile and funny story to tell. I’m
Sorry for your loss.

I will miss seeing him

It was a true honor to get to know Don through our Falcon Mascot Alumni gatherings. He shared so many stories about Bowling Green and sports in general. He was a fine gentleman and natural entertainer. He will be missed by the Freddie & Frieda Falcon Family. Our thoughts and prayers go out for him and to his family and friends. Ay Ziggy Zoomba! FF 1982-83

Thinking of Ty, Heather, Andrew and Owen. Always enjoyed your dad and always knew he was in the crowd when I coached against you. Wishing peace to Don, I’m certain he’s happy to be back with your mom.

Traxler family - Don was truly one of a kind. He had so much passion for the things he cared about, and he helped open doors for me in my political and person life! I will miss Don very much. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers.

I have so many memories of my one and only brother I don't know where to begin. Mostly what I will miss is the many phone calls he would make to me and the statistics he had buried in his head from so many athletic events he attended over the years, be it high school, college or professional. The thousands of people he met in his lifetime and the relationships he formed with former presidents, OEA & NEA people. He was a great singer when it came to wishing you a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Don, one day I will see you again, in the meantime, take good care of Myra and the babies. I am proud to be your "baby" sister.

Traxler Family-My deepest sympathy in the passing of your father and grandfather. May the memories of time spent together comfort you in this time of sorrow. Love to you all, Mary Ellen Dierksheide

Thinking of you, Ty, and your family. ❤

Sorry to hear of your loss Ty ! God bless you during this difficult time!

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.