Contributions to the tribute of Lester Joseph Traband

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Michel Renaud posted a condolence

Monday, May 30, 2022

Rest in Peace Les, I miss you.

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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

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Steve Goldflam posted a condolence

Sunday, January 20, 2008

Dear Lee and family, I remember each conversation with Les as a magical moment and a turning point in my life. His words were always encouraging and empowered me to stretch beyond my limits. I feel grateful for his generous sharing and guidance and wish you and your family well during this time of your life. Love, Steve

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Mark A. Goldman posted a condolence

Saturday, January 19, 2008

"I want to be thoroughly used up when I die, for the harder I work the more I love. I rejoice in life for its own sake. Life is no brief candle to me; it is a sort of splendid torch which I've got a hold of for the moment and I want to make it burn as brightly as possible before handing it on to future generations." -- George Bernard Shaw Above... an apt description of how Les engaged with life... Lee too. I think he had forgiven me my youth and indescretion. That is how I hold it. And in that understanding love remains, teaches, and inspires. God is not small. God is great. God is real and not a myth. Les... You carried a splendid torch. Held it high. Passed it on burning bright. Lee... bless you... You were his inspiration. Love, Mark Mark Goldman mark@gpln.com Vashon, WA United States

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Deb Chamberlin posted a condolence

Saturday, January 19, 2008

I just read about Les' life here. I LOVE that he is known as a singer. I had the fun & honor of teaching Les 2 voice lessons in the spring of 2003. With all good intentions, we planned to continue working, & have him serenading like a pop star at all of the wonderful parties & events he is known for. We never made it to lesson #3, but Les still loved to introduce me to friends as his vocal coach. I think that Les was the real coach here...his example of living life to the fullest taught me more than any 'la la la' I could ever show him. I will continue to honor his legacy and his life and reach for the stars.

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Susan Goetz posted a condolence

Thursday, January 17, 2008

I am Les's cousin, Susan Blakeslee. I'm sorry to hear of Les's passing. I remember the fun times we had when I was young when we had the family reunions at his mom's and dad's house, my aunt and uncle. The last time I saw Les was at a family funeral, unfortunately and spoke with him briefly.I did not know him very well as an adult but I wish I had he seemed like a very genuine person.

Lester Joseph Traband

1937 - 2008