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Tracy Tuggle Obituary

Tracy Ann Tuggle, 50, of Cumming passed away peacefully in her sleep July 11, 2013, to be welcomed home by her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Born in Birmingham, Ala., she was the daughter of the late Jo Ann Rye and Clark Rye of Cumming.
Tracy was a member of First Baptist Church in Woodstock. She was a devout Christian who was very family oriented and loved her family very much.
In addition to her father, Tracy is survived by her loving daughters, Kristen Tuggle of Canton and Amy Lawrence of Kennesaw; and brother, David (Dayna) Rye of Cumming.
A celebration service honoring the life of Tracy will be held Sunday, July 14, at 2 p.m. in the chapel of McDonald and Son Funeral Home, with the Rev. Dr. Barry Crocker officiating. Interment will follow at Sawnee View Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends at the funeral home Saturday, July 13, from 6-9 p.m.
Condolences may be expressed online at www.mcdonaldandson.com.
McDonald and Son Funeral Home and Crematory is in charge of arrangements.

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Published by Forsyth County News from Jul. 12 to Jul. 15, 2013.

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Annelle Jones, UDC

July 15, 2013

Thinking so much of the family at this time. I know you are comforted by Tracy's relationship with our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. May He wrap His loving arms around you and hold you near.

Carla Parker-Kite

July 14, 2013

I will never forget your light that would show the second anyone met you! You could light up a room! I love you my dear friend. I'm comforted by the fact that you are wrapped in Jesus' arms and you are seeing your Mama! You will never be forgotten. Thank you for your sweet spirit, your love for Christ and your selfless giving nature. You make us all want to be a better person! God rest your soul. Love you!

Deborah Brown

July 14, 2013

Tracy was a very sincere and kindhearted friend who loved from deep within her soul. I will greatly miss her. I'm praying for her two precious daughters with whom she had an enormous love. God bless you girls and may He wrap His loving arms around you during this very difficult time.

Dee Copelan Rauscher

July 13, 2013

Praying the Lord fill you with a peace that passes all understanding during this difficult time. I have so many fond memories of Tracy's beautiful voice in church when we were growing up. Her musical talent with both voice and flute touched many lives with God's word.
Much love to you all,
Dee Copelan Rauscher

Linda Earwood

July 12, 2013

My prayers and thoughts are with you during this time of grief. May God's love and peace surround you each day.
Linda Earwood

Edward and Bobbie Rohmer Laura York and family

July 12, 2013

Rye Family,
We are so very sorry to hear this news. We can't imagine how difficult this must be, except in the assurances we have from our Savior and knowing that Tracy knew Him well. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

L.W. McDonald and Son Funeral Home

July 12, 2013

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

July 12, 2013

Please accept our deepest sympathy in the passing of Tracy. May God wrap His loving arms around your heart and give you comfort and peace.
Richard and Nieta Arwood, formerly from Cumming, now living in Calhoun.

Victory 91.5 fm Staff

July 12, 2013

Our hearts are saddened by the news of Tracy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. She will be truly missed.

Brian Ermlich

July 12, 2013

Kristen...We are here for you in whatever you need. Our thoughts and prayers are always with you and your family.

Areca Buggs-Williams

July 12, 2013

I am deeply saddened by the death of Tracey, such a beautiful person inside and out. I will miss her voice and wonderful scriptures she would send in her emails when you weren't having a good day.
Rest In Peace My Friend.

Sherry Maddox

July 12, 2013

Kristen and Amy, continuing to cover you all in prayer! So thankful that you'll get to see her again in heaven because of your personal relationship with Christ! Share HIS word during your time of grief to give others hope of eternity WITH God! I love you dearly! I'm here for you if you need ANYTHING!!!

Elaine Zimney

July 11, 2013

Dear Clark, Kristen and Amy - Tracy was a beautiful, loving, sensitive lady. She touched many lives in such a positive way! She will be missed!

Gregory Russell

July 11, 2013

I knew Tracy through work and she always greeted me with her quick wit and charming smile. Much too young and my sympathies to all of her family and friends.

Brenda Humphreys

July 11, 2013

Clark, David, Kristen and Amy
Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I know this is a difficult time may the Grace of God give you peace and watch over you all.
Live, Laugh, Love
Brenda Humphreys

Della Tucker

July 11, 2013

Kristen...I'm so sorry. We're here when you need us!!! We love you.
John & Della Tucker

C. D.

July 11, 2013

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

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