Annette Francisca Trahan

Anni Trahan 1967-2024. We mourn the passing of Annette (“Anni”) Francisca Trahan (Strong), a cherished daughter, wife, mother, sister, aunt, and friend. Annette's journey began on December 8, 1967, in Lincoln, Nebraska, and she graced us with her presence until July 29, 2024, when she transitioned to the heavens surrounded by her loved ones in Fort Collins, Colorado. Anni, was a remarkable soul who touched the lives of many. She was a resident of Estes Park, Colorado, for most of her life and was widely admired for her resilience, kindness, and unwavering faith. Anni's entrepreneurial spirit led her to own a jewelry shop before she concluded her career at the Ore Cart.

Her dedication to her family was unwavering, as she and her beloved husband, Richard Trahan, nurtured a beautiful life together for twenty-five years. Anni was a source of pride and love for her children, Thomas and Keith. She was devoted to her precious grandchildren, Jaxson and Kadence, whom she cherished dearly. Bearing an expansive heart, Anni welcomed her large extended family with open arms and grace, embodying loyalty and stubbornness in equal measure. As a pillar in the Estes Park community and the American Legion, she radiated strength, love, and positivity in all she did. Anni's legacy lives on through her invaluable contributions and the countless lives she has enriched.

Anni is survived by her husband, Richard Trahan, her son, Thomas and his wife Courtney Strong, her father, Darrell Strong, her siblings, Anthony (Big Tony), Angela (Angi), Michael, Lisa, Ryan, Aneattra (Nikki), Ashley, Russell, along with her stepsiblings, Christine and Anthony (Lil Tony), and stepsons, Ricky and David Trahan. She also leaves behind her adored grandchildren, Jaxson and Kadence, numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Anni is preceded in death by her grandparents, Albert and Vivian Rogge, her mother, Vicki Strong, and her son, Keith Bryant Trahan.

While we grieve the loss of Anni's physical presence, we find comfort in knowing that she is reunited with her loved ones who have gone before her. Anni's life was an embodiment of love, strength, and faith that will forever be etched in the hearts of those who had the honor of knowing her. Anni's legacy will continue to flourish through the lives she has touched, and her memory will forever inspire love, compassion, and strength.

In her memory, a service to celebrate Anni's remarkable life will be held on August 17, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. at Summit Church of Estes Park, located at 156 First St., Estes Park, CO. The service will be livestream in the event you cannot attend. Following the Celebration of Life, please feel free to join the family for cocktails at the American Legion Post 119, 850 N St. Vrain Ave, Estes Park, CO. Food will be available to order through the Tavern at the American Legion.

Anni loved flowers, and they are greatly appreciated. However, in lieu of flowers, contributions to the Colorado Dachshund Rescue or the American Lung Association to fight Interstitial Lung Disease are also greatly appreciated.

Donate to Dachshund Rescue ― DONATIONS www.rescueme.org

American Lung Association- https://action.lung.org/site/Donation

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