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Tracy Turpen Obituary
8/11/84 - 1/15/12
ASHEVILLE - Tracy Elizabeth Turpen passed away Sunday January 15th at the age of 27 in Asheville, N.C.
Tracy is survived by her loving mother, Catherine Silver of Weaverville, N.C., formerly from Alpena; son, Evander Elzie; father, Rick Turpen of Hawaii; sister, Roxanne Turpen; grandmother, Ruth Turpen; and Tracy's fiance, Tyler Stout. Also, close family, Robert Silver, Carl and Carol Silver of Alpena, Tom Silver of Weaverville, his children Lauren and Alexander Silver, and Jim Erskine of Weaverville. Her grandparents were Robert G. Silver and Elizabeth Henry Silver of Alpena. Tracy will be missed by numerous relatives and friends.
Tracy was a beautiful, loving and talented young woman with a generous heart loved by so many people. Anyone who knew Tracy was drawn by her joyful and bright spirit. She was a loving mother to her young son Evander. Tracy could discover beauty in our world in the most astonishing ways. Her joyful laugh and shining spirit will live on in all of us as her light will never dim.
Tracy was born in Hilo, Hawaii and loved spending time with family on the Big Island to hike Waipio Valley, go snorkeling and enjoy her favorite fruits. She and her sister Roxanne spent many wonderful summers with friends and family on the lakes near Alpena, Michigan. Tracy felt at home in the mountains surrounding Asheville and and was constantly exploring the world in new ways. Everything Tracy did carried her own creative spark and unique vision.
Tracy was a graduate of Appalachian State University with a degree in technical photography. With incredible focus, talent and spirit she became an accomplished wedding photographer whose images captured the essence of joy, love and beauty as far as New Zealand and Europe.
A ceremony honoring her life will be held on Friday afternoon, January 20th, for family and friends. Details can be found at www.moorefh.net
Tracy was looking forward to marrying Tyler Stout of Asheville on June 16th 2012; she will remain in our hearts forever. A thing of beauty is a joy forever.
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Judith Marks
January 23, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Judith Marks
January 26, 2012
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Peggy Ratusz
January 26, 2012
Tracy Turpen will be immortalized within the light in the eyes of the people, the shadows on the hills, the color contrasts of earth and sky, the mouths and teeth and tears, the grain and plant, the stone and concrete, the evidence of wind billowing a veil, the fire and the water, the moments in lives and time she captured with purpose and vibrancy; and in the hearts of her sister, son, mother, father, soul mate, extended family and dear friends. Peace be with them and all of us.
Loveeta Baker
January 23, 2012
Just hearing this unbelievable loss, I know it must seem too much to bear. My heart is with you dear family.
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Susan Maj
January 22, 2012
My prayers are with you and your family. Her pictures were breathtaking! Susan Maj (a close friend of Carol and Carl Silver)
Sharon Beattie
January 21, 2012
My heart is full for this family. I never meet Tracy, but her work has me speakless. I pray for Tyler and the Stout Family for healed hearts.
Mashi Mazaar
January 20, 2012
So sorry for your loss. Tracy was a wonderful women, very talented and genuine.
Barbara & Steve Rodermond
January 19, 2012
We only met Tracy once...she seemed like a lovely, friendly, happy young woman. We do know how special she was to our sweet Roxanne.....her special friend and sister. Roxanne spoke of Tracy often and her beautiful little boy, Evander. Our hearts break over this great loss. To lose a child and sister is unbearable. We are so very sorry. Wishing you all love and peace in your hearts.
Tracey Nadeau
January 19, 2012
I am so incredibly saddened to hear of this beautiful and talented woman's passing. I was in awe of her work, and I am just so incredibly sad that her life has ended so soon. I will have many prayers to say for her family and friends.
Tracey Nadeau- former Director of Catering and Events Sea Pines Country Club, Hilton Head Island.
Sherri Gooch
January 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. May God Bless all of you in this very hard time.
Kara DeCoste
January 19, 2012
Tracy & I go as far back as the 3rd grade, & even at such as young age I'll never forget her adventurous spirit, her creativity, & the spark she brought into the lives of those she loved. Knowing her through college I watched her talent grow, and I know that she was & is loved by all whose lives she touched. Thousands of memories I hold dear of her will never fade or be forgotten. To Cathy & Roxanne I don't believe I can think of words to express my condolences, & to all who loved her I'd like to express my heartfelt compassion-you all will remain in my prayers.
Teresa Stephens
January 19, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Elyn Rahman
January 19, 2012
Thoughts, prayers and light are being sent for all Tracy's family and loved ones. A great loss to the community, her friends and colleagues. Sincere condolences,
Debbie Moore
January 19, 2012
Tracy's ability to capture and share the human heart is only transcended by her own beautiful spirit. The loss of her and her art will leave a great void in us all . ( wedding planner)
Adrienne Maples
January 19, 2012
I'm saddened & shocked by this news. My heart breaks for the family, especially Tracy's fiance & her little boy. My hearts & thoughts are with you.
J. Ian Shaw
January 19, 2012
Thoughts and prayers to the Turpen Family and loved ones.
-J. Layne Photography
Lorie Arthur
January 19, 2012
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January 19, 2012
"You brought so much happiness and so many smiles to people you have known all your life and to ones you have just met. Because of you, your love will always live on. Miss you so." Karla Hoyt (Russellville, AR)
Steve & Kathryn Hansen
January 19, 2012
Tracy, We will miss you deeply and always keep Fond Memories in our Hearts of you growing up with our Daughter and the Special Times we all spent together as Families !
Jan & Dave Trout
January 19, 2012
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