Tracy Gamble Obituary
67, of Indianapolis, Indiana passed away on February 1, 2026, at home. Tracy was born on March 5, 1958 in Indianapolis, Indiana to the late Daniel J. Payne and Juanita (Smith) Payne, who survives.
Naturally creative and intelligent, Tracy worked as an actress in her younger years and earned her master's degree from Loyola of Chicago. Additionally, she worked as a librarian as well as traveling across the country creating works of art and providing pottery workshops. She was also a member of the Order of the Eastern Star.
In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brother Jason W. Payne.
She is survived by her mother Juanita (Smith) Payne; brother Dan Payne as well as nieces and nephews who will miss her dearly.
In keeping with Tracy's wishes, she will be cremated and family and friends will gather to celebrate her life privately.
Final arrangements and cremation are entrusted to Carlisle Branson Funeral Service & Crematory. Please visit www.CarlisleBranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Doc Wortman
Yesterday
Tracy was a marvelous performer in Ellis Street Singers at MnStateU. More than that she was a wonderful person. She was loved by her fellow students and an integral member of the group. We all will miss her greatly.
Sally Payne Coomes
February 4, 2026
Tracy was my only niece. I and many others will miss her. She graduated from Mankato State University in 1981 with a focus on theatre arts. She performed in many productions and won an Irene Ryan award for Excellence for her role in "The Shadow Box" in 1980. She also sang with the Ellis Street Singers at M.S.U. in Mankato, Minnesota, my home town. My condolences to the surviving members of Tracy's family.
Brad Coomes
February 4, 2026
I am thankful I was able to visit Tracy a few years ago while I was in Indianapolis. Many laughs and warm memories. We are saddened she was taken way too soon.
Love to you all
Brad Coomes
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