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Stephen Tracey Obituary

HAMPSTEAD, MD Stephen David Tracey, 29, died on Sunday, September 25, 2011. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Salem United Methodist Church, 18217 Falls Road Hampstead, MD. The family will receive friends from 3-5 and 7-9 p.m. on Tuesday at the Eline Funeral Home, 934 S. Main St., Hampstead, Md.

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Published by Evening Sun on Sep. 26, 2011.

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Karen Kroft

October 10, 2011

Dearest wendy and family: words are never enough to express my deepest sympathy. Losing a child is the most unbearale lost. Feel my arms holding and crying with you. May you fine comfort and peace in all his memories. Love to all.

Sheria and Adam Baylus

October 5, 2011

Dear Wendy, Jake Sarah and Dave,
My heart was so sad to here of Stephen,s passing. May God's loving embrace hold you up during this time. We love you and are here for you.

Ed and Jane Zimmer

September 28, 2011

Dearest Dave and Wendy,
Words can not express how sorry we are for your loss! Stephen is loved and missed by many which was evident by the amount of people at the funeral home last night. Sorry we didn't make it inside to see you. Please know that we are thinking about all of you during this time. Our hearts and prayers are with you.
Love, Ed and Jane Zimmer

Joyce Everd

September 28, 2011

Wendy and family, I am so sorry. I am praying that you will feel God's love and that he gives you the strength you need to endure this tragedy. Lean on God and his promises in order to find peace in your heart during your journey through grief.

September 27, 2011

Our family sends their love and sympathy to the entire Tracey family. May all the wonderful memories you have of Stephen comfort you in your heart always.Please know that we are thinking of you and keeping you close in thought and prayer.
With Deepest Sympathy,
The PerDieu Family
(Berk, Gail, Christopher and Alex PerDieu)

Howard, Barbara, Joe & Emily Pease

September 27, 2011

To all of the Tracey family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. Remember God was in need of an Angel to walk and talk with him on his streets of gold. God himself choose to call Steven home. May the Lord Bless and keep you all.

Jennifer Schmidt-Bortner

September 27, 2011

To the Tracey Family,
So sorry for your loss. Know that the families at 5th District are thinking of you and wishing you peace in the days ahead.

Carrie (Howard) Schafer

September 27, 2011

David, Wendy, Jake and Sarah,
It has been years since I babysat for the Tracey children, and I was so sad to hear about Stephen. I will always remember his smile and how he always wanted to help. My family will be praying for you to have comfort and strength during this difficult time. May the love of those around you and the love of God help you through the days ahead.

MaryLou

September 27, 2011

I personally did not know Stephen but my Daughter Jennifer was friend's with him. They used to play trivia together. She said Stephen was a wonderful,kind person and he will be deeply missed by everyone's lives that he touched. I was so sad to hear that my Daughter Jennifer lost a dear friend. My prayers are with you all. God bless.

September 27, 2011

Dear Tracey Family, May the God we love hold you in the palm of His hands, as you walk through this valley of darkness. May you feel His Light hold each of you up, as you cherish the years, though much too short, that you had Stephen in your lives. In Jesus name I pray. With my deepest love, Carolyn Wingeart (Leah, Lauren & Josh's Mom)

September 27, 2011

To the Tracey Family: Our deepest Sympathy to all of you in this time of sadness. My son was at the party that night with everybody and all the friends are also taking this tragedy very hard, they consider friends family. There is nothing worse then losing a child, May GOD give you peace and comfort in your sweet memories of Stephen and remember his smile. Brenda Heath and Travis Heath, New Freedom, PA

September 27, 2011

Tracey Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time. We hope that the many happy memories of Stephen sustain you through the tears and pain. We are praying for you. Marlene and Ed Stoltz & Family

Bob & Shirley Swift

September 27, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Jacki Dauses

September 27, 2011

To the Tracey family, I can't find the words to express the sadness at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.We are so sorry for your loss.
Love,The Dauses Family
Jacki,Jay, and Justin

Julie Hook

September 27, 2011

I didn't know Steve personally, but my son Wes was very good friends with him. I am so very sorry for your loss. My words won't help, but I am thinking of the entire Tracey family in this, your darkest hour.

Caroline Davis

September 27, 2011

I am so aware there are no words that can bring the family comfort at the devastating loss of Stephen! Hold on to each other, your friends, loved ones and to the love of God. Even in these darkest days he will be with you and guide you through. So very sorry for your loss! With prayers and love. Caroline Davis

September 26, 2011

Wendy - our thoughts are with you and your family.
Sent With Love,
The Rostek Family - Joe, Pat, Natalie and Mike

Richard & Lee Bleser

September 26, 2011

To the Tracy family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family in this very difficult time. Richard & Lee Bleser - Mt Carmel Road neighbors

September 26, 2011

"To the Tracey Family, Words cannot begin to express the sadness we feel at this time. May the Lord comfort your family with His Love." The Serio Family

Richard & Lee Bleser

September 26, 2011

To the Tracy family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family in this very difficult time.

September 26, 2011

My heart is heavy for your loss. My brother and a few other of my friends were very good friends with Stephen. Please let God wrap his everloving and comforting arms around you during this time. My sympathies.

Kathleen Trainor-Schroeder

September 26, 2011

To the Tracey Family:

Wendy, Words seem inadequate to express the sadness I feel about hearing of Stephen's death. With thoughts and prayers of peace and courage for you and your family.

James, Abby and Zoey Johns

September 26, 2011

Steve, you know we love you. You are going to be missed by all of your friends and family. Take care up there. We'll see ya when it's our time. As Zoey says, Mr. Cheese....we're gonna miss you!!!!!

September 26, 2011

To the Tracey Family: My thoughts and prayers to you. Ruth Razzano
(Ed Traceys' Mother)

September 26, 2011

to the family of steven tracey,may god comfort your heart,uplift your spirit,and carry you through this time of sadness to a place of peace.prayers are with you, lots of love, David and Louise Bull

September 26, 2011

Sarah - Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Debbie & Jeff Miller

Brooke Clinedinst

September 26, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to your family. We have known and cared for Steve from elementary school through high school. Our prayers are with you. - the Clinedinst Family

September 26, 2011

Tracey Family-I just found out about your loss and called my parents right away. You are in our prayers. Please keep your faith and know that God is in control. I know John will find him in Heaven and look out for him. God bless. Kim Baker (sister of John Skipper)

Heather (Wilhelm) Boone

September 26, 2011

My heart goes out to the entire Tracey family. Steve was such a wonderful, caring person. I have so many memories of him, from 5th District to HHS. He will be missed by many.

Beverly Bures(formerly Coffman)

September 26, 2011

Wendy and David, I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine how painful this must be for both of you. Nicole has often talked about what a great person Stephen was, and how much she enjoyed hanging out with him. Please know that although his time was cut short, he left a lasting impression on the people whose lives he touch. May God bless and comfort you.

Regina Gover

September 26, 2011

steve was a very special man. he truly loved his friends and family, even in times when they didnt love themselves. He will forever be loved and forever be remembered.

Jerry Arnold

September 26, 2011

David, Wendy, Jake and Sarah, I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Take comfort in the memories you have with Stephen. God Bless.

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