US Navy Beach Jumpers Assoc.

Barry L. Trauger of San Clemente, CA passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024 at the San Clemente condo. He was 77 years old. He previously resided in Perkasie, PA and Albany, GA moving to Southern California in 1986. He is survived by his wife Christina (Kriebel) Trauger of Alta Loma and San Clemente, CA, two sons Jeffrey Trauger and his wife Jenny, and Derek Trauger and his wife Stephanie, and five grandchildren, Jacob, Joey and his wife Jaiden, Cameron, Andrew and Zachary Trauger. Barry was a decorated Navy veteran of the Vietnam War and an avid bodyboarder. Barry was knowledgeable on a wide range of subjects, and enjoyed taking and sharing pictures and videos, particularly in and around San Clemente and Dana Point harbor. He had a ready smile, a clever sense of humor and looked forward to our family gatherings. Barry had a positive impact on many lives with his friendship, helpfulness and leadership. He possessed great admiration and boundless love for his wife Chris which he expressed openly and often every day. Suggested memorial contributions may be made to the VFW or Veteran Administration charities or the San Clemente Lifeguard & Jr Guard Foundation.