Obituaries

Forrest Draper Trahern

FORREST DRAPER TRAHERN, 70, of Colliers, WV died peacefully on Thursday, October 12, 2023, at Weirton Medical Center. Forrest was born on January 14, 1953, in Follansbee, WV a son of the late Theodore and Lila Ann (Lynch) Trahern. In addition to his parents, Forrest is preceded in death by one brother, Theodore Trahern; and one sister, Anna Trahern. Forrest graduated from Brooke High School Class of 1971. He was a member of Colliers Way Church of Christ and worked for Midland Wood Products as a laborer. He enjoyed listening to music and watching movies. Forrest is survived by one sister, Viola Strope of Silver Springs, FL; and two nephews, Robert (Stephanie) Strope of Wellsburg, WV, and Craig Strope of Silver Springs, FL. There was no visitation. A private graveside service was held at the convenience of the family at St. John Haven of Rest Cemetery. Arrangements were under the direction of Mullenbach Funeral Home, Follansbee. Condolences may be sent to mullenbachfh.com.