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Tracey WILKERSON Obituary
Tracey, "McSweetie", as she was affectionately called by her parents, Ralph R. and Betty W. Wilkerson, was born in Newport News, and had been a resident of Isle of Wight County all of her life. She was a self employed floral designer. Tracey was a member of Smithfield Assembly of God.
Tracey was truly a beautiful person. She will be remembered for her rendition of "El Shaddai", and was admired for her love of sacred praise and worship music. No one could duplicate her style of guitar playing. A person of a free spirit, the name Tracey meant, "a word from God, right on time".
In addition to her parents, Tracey is survived by her brother, Roger, and his wife, Jean, of Duncanville, Texas; her younger sister, Sharon L. Wilkerson, of Rescue; and her beloved cat, "Taco"; her dear friend, Wanda Englert of Rescue; her aunt, Joyce W. Thacker and her husband, Oliver of Scottsville, Va.; and her aunt, Barbara Mathews of Hawaii. In parting, Tracey also leaves behind a host of friends and extended family members whose lives she touched.
A graveside service celebrating Tracey's life will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, July 17, in St. Luke's Memorial Park, with the Rev. William McCarty officiating.
The family suggests memorial contributions to the Humane Society of Isle of Wight, P.O. Box 273, Smithfield, VA 23431 or American Diabetes Assoc., Peninsula Chapter. P.O. Box 863, Newport News, VA 23607.
Arrangements are in the care of Colonial Funeral Home, Smithfield. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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Memories and Condolences
for Tracey WILKERSON
marie Boyd
August 7, 2010
Betty, I just now recieved the news that our angel has gotten her wings. My saddness is sofetened by my personal belief that I know where she is. I wish I had known I would have been thier for you. If you need me I will come, until then I will tell my three beautiful daughters that thier mentor in ther flower shop has turned into a rose in heaven. We love you. Gods Blessings to you and your family. Chaplain Marie Boyd and family
Lynn Steinberg
July 28, 2010
Betty, Ralph and Sharon,
Jon and I are so sorry to hear about Tracey's passing...Words cannot express how sad I feel that your family has had to go through this kind of trauma at this time.
Hopefully you all can find peace in knowing that she is in a better place and one day we will all meet again.
Much love sent your way...when we are home from Richmond we would like to visit you.
Take care!
Love
Lynn & Jon
Marion Wrenn
July 24, 2010
To Betty
Know that I do understand your pain, if not in quite the same way. May God's amazing grace comfort you at this difficult time.
Doris Majette
July 19, 2010
I was very saddened to hear of Tracey's passing. She was a very sweet person, and I know that she touched the lives for the many she met. My prayer's goes out to all of her family! Be blessed! I'm praying for you all.
lynda norris
July 19, 2010
tracey was the light in my life. a true christian she was a beautiful woman she had the best laugh smart classy a true treasure there would never be enough time to spend with her. had the utmost admiration and respect and love for her. will miss her more than words can say.
Christie Casper
July 17, 2010
To my Beautiful Cousin,
The service this morning was beautiful! You know that I'm praying for you all! And will keep right on praying!!! Love you more!!!
Peanut MacLeod
July 17, 2010
I was so saddened to hear of Tracey passing away. She will truly be missed. She was like a sister to me we grow up together and had so much fun and I have lots of fond memories of her. She was loved by so many and will be truly missed. May God comfort you and bless you during this time. I love you all please know you all are in my prayers. Love Peanut
Janie Cole Wiesen
July 17, 2010
Dear Betty, Sharon, and family,
I was so saddened to hear of Tracey's passing. My father always spoke so highly of you and your family that I feel as though I knew her. Please know that I am keeping each of you in my thoughts and prayers.
Much love,
ronald minton
July 16, 2010
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Kate Chenette
July 16, 2010
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2010
Lisa Bernd
July 16, 2010
Dear Family. I was so saddened to hear of Tracey passing away. She will truly be missed. She was very dear to me and I have lots of fond memories of her. She was loved by so many and will be truly missed. May God comfort you and bless you during this time. With Love, Lisa & Dean Bernd of Smithfield
July 16, 2010
Dear Family, Iam so sorry for the loss of one of the most precious people I have ever known. Tracey was one of the best friends anyone could ever had. She was like a sister to me. Anytime I needed her even if it was just to talk or to get a good laugh and be cheered up she was there for me. I will always love her and i never will forget her and I know i will see her again when I get to Heaven. we oftened talked about how great it was gonna be when we got there. She is there already enjoying the things we talked about. I love her so much never had a freind like her. Betty please let me know if i can do anything to help. Ronnie and me love you all very much. Love Regina
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