Name: Visitation for Mary Louise "Mary Lou" Tracer
Start: 2020-04-02T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2020-04-02T18:00:00.000Z
Location: Soller-Baker Funeral Homes, Inc. – West Lafayette Chapel

Mary Louise "Mary Lou" Tracer

West Lafayette - Mary Louise "Mary Lou" Tracer, 88, of West Lafayette, passed away Friday, March 27, 2020 at IU Health Arnett Hospital. She was born on January 28, 1932, in Hershey, PA at Hershey Hospital to the late Hugh and Sarah (Sebolt) Seavers Sr.

She grew up in Palmyra, PA, with her sisters, Ruth, Fran, Rachel, Emily, and her brother, Hugh "Bud". Mary graduated from Palmyra High School in Palmyra, PA, where she played basketball and was a cheerleader. She attended the State Teachers College in Millersville, PA, where she played on the field hockey team her freshman year.

On September 6, 1958, she married Leonard A. Tracer in Palmyra, PA. They were happily married for 57 years. He passed away on September 10, 2015.

Mary worked as a Secretary for 1st Church of God for 10 years before retiring. She was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church, Beta Associates and Tri-Kappa. Mary never knew a stranger; people were drawn to her laughter and loving personality. Mary enjoyed cooking, reading, crafts, watching sports, and helping others. Her greatest joy was spending time with her family and grandchildren.

Surviving are sons, Scott (Angela) Tracer of Lafayette and Mitchell Tracer of West Lafayette, two sisters, Frances Kreiser (Roy) and Rachel Goudy both of Palmyra, PA. Also surviving are four grandchildren, Kaleigh (Daniel) Lima, Mitchell "Danny" Tracer, Sydney Tracer and Madisen Tracer as well as a great grandchild Finn Lima.

With the current situation with the Covid-19 Virus a private family visitation will be from 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm on Thursday followed by the service at 2:00 pm on Thursday, April 2, 2020 at Soller- Baker Funeral Home 400 Twyckenham Blvd. Lafayette. Rev. Tracey Leslie will be officiating. Private family burial will follow at Tippecanoe Memory Gardens in West Lafayette.

Memorial contributions may be made in Mary Lou's name to Trinity United Methodist Church.

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Published by Lebanon Daily News from Mar. 30 to Mar. 31, 2020.

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Patti Risser

March 31, 2020

Aunt MaryLou I don't have the right words to say for the impact you and your family provided to us. Either your family trips to PA or our family trips to IN were always full of laughter and good times !! You were truly a blessing to me and I am so proud to call you my AUNT !! I love you !!
You are now safely up with Trace and JESUS and with no pain and now looking down on us !! You will never be forgotten, so many reminders are embedded in my mind !!
RIP !! I love you !! Love, Patti (Kreiser) Risser

Gail Brickler

March 30, 2020

Sorry for your loss, Mitch.

March 30, 2020

Mary Lou's laugh and smile will always be remembered. Except for the Richard Simmons workouts, I fondly remember my year as an adopted son and do not put my shoes in the dryer anymore. Lots of love.

Rose Mikels

March 30, 2020

My sympathy to the Family. Mary Lou, what a Special Lady, precious. I enjoyed her stories, of growing up. She always had such a pretty smile and was good to laugh with. She will truly be missed. I wish her Family to hold their Memories close to help them through this difficult time.

Susie Riley

March 30, 2020

I always loved her smile, laugh and faith. She was a guiding light! May God welcome her home with open arms.... Peace be with you.

Judy Hanks

March 29, 2020

I have such fond memories of Mary Lou and Trace from Prince of Peace Lutheran Church. She always had such a wonderful sense of humor. I remember her looking at her sons and lovingly saying, "I hear God gives you one of each." It was generally after she saw one or the other acting out.

I am sorry for the pain you are feeling right now. I know she went through a lot, and that you will always hold her in your minds and in your hearts.

Julie Swathwood

March 29, 2020

Mitch, I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was a very caring person. Embrace your precious memories of her to help with the pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your friend, Julie

Pat Kepler

March 29, 2020

Monday mornings, at church, were shared with Mary Lou, joy and laughter was enjoyed with other helpers. Choir mates for a short time. You will be missed!

Jill Goudy

March 28, 2020

My Aunt. My mother Rachel Goudys sister. Aunt Mary lived life to its fullest. Always was smiling. Always had you laughing. I LOVED every minute of the time that I got to spend with her. There was never a dull moment. She was a terrific big sister to my mother when they were growing up. Always willing to lend a hand. Aunt Mary will be truly missed. I Love You Aunt Mary. God bless.

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