Fern J. Traister

Fern J. Traister, 95, of La Crosse, passed away on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at Gundersen Lutheran Medical Center in La Crosse. She was born on June 2, 1929, to Ferdinand and Inga (Wangen) Piepenhagen in Chaseburg, WI. Fern’s family was most important to her. She was a source of comfort and advice for her children. Fern loved to cook and crochet. She also loved meeting and talking to people.

Fern is survived by her husband of 75 years, Robert; son LeRoy (Lee) Traister; daughter, Patricia Hatke; seven grandchildren; and many great grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.

Fern was preceded in death by her son, Steve Traister; daughter, Pamela Carlson; and 9 siblings.

Fern will be laid to rest at Mormon Coulee Memorial Park in La Crosse, WI.