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Bryan Tracy Obituary

Bryan Scott Tracy passed away September 28, 2010 at the age of 43. He was born November 18, 1966 in San Jose, California but lived nearly all his life in the city of Santa Cruz and the Bonny Doon area.

After graduating from High School in Santa Cruz, he earned his Associates of Arts degree from Cabrillo Community College. He worked at Lockheed Martin and UCSC. Bryan's interests included membership in the Santa Cruz Archers, dirt bike riding, fishing, and barbequing. Of all the things in life he loved, Bryan cherished his family and lifelong friends.

He leaves behind his wife, Ann McClendon Tracy, son Connor, age 11, and daughter Megan, age 7. Bryan is also survived by his father, Ken Tracy of Redding, California, and his mother, Carol Anne Tracy of Bonny Doon. Bryan is also survived by his older brother, Michael Tracy, his nephew Kenneth Tracy of Bonny Doon, as well as many relatives residing in Oregon, Oklahoma, Vermont, New York, Massachusetts, and Florida.

The family wishes to thank the staff at Dominican Hospital for their compassionate care of Bryan before and after surgery and their valiant efforts to save his life. No services are planned at this time. A private memorial is pending. In lieu of flowers, condolences, and contributions for his children will be gratefully accepted by Ann Tracy, 2553-B Branciforte Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95065.

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Published by Santa Cruz Sentinel on Oct. 3, 2010.

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Galadriel

September 27, 2022

I cannot believe 12 years have passed since you moved on to another realm ! As with my other cherished loved ones , I feel stuck in a time warp between when you all leave us and how much literal time passes us by , my heart and mind are way back there , making your departure seem so recent .
I hope your soul met up with mike , Dave loco ,my mom n dad and with Anthony too ! You are very missed here , your children have grown into the most beautiful amazing adults that you undoubtedly are incredibly proud of and missing dearly . I recently spent time with Connor ( maybe you know this already ? ) I´m so proud of the young man he´s grown to be and I am so pleased how close he and keith have been in the years since you left, closer now then ever I would say ... the view each other as brothers and the kind of close friends that they can each count on when needed ... I Love this so much ! I Love you and your family so much , I hope your resting easy and surrounded by the spirits and Love of those you also loved here .I miss your smile, enthusiasm and your big hugs ...you are forever in our hearts Bryan

Maureen

September 27, 2022

Thinking of you today, Lil Bro
You are loved and missed...
Sending prayers for you and Michael.
We all watch over Ann, Connor & Megan for you


Always, M

Star L Pappas-Waite

September 27, 2022

Always sending Love and Light to Brian's children and their Mother and Family. Love you, Brian.

October 28, 2011

In Loving Memory...

Galadriel Loftus

October 28, 2011

Love & serenity

Galadriel Loftus-funk

October 16, 2010

Bryan,So dearly loved and so deeply missed. I have enjoyed So many years of your happy-go-lucky,enthusastic charm,Your Friendship has been with me for most of our lives,my heart aches that the last time I saw you, will be the last time I ever get to.I will miss your smile and your hearty hugs.Most of all the essence of your being,Forever in our hearts and in our own memories,see you later my old friend.To the family,my thoughts and support are with you forevermore.

Gretchen Wiatt

October 16, 2010

Bryan and I grew up together in Bonny Doon. I haven't been in touch with him since High School. I have warm memories of him and I'm very sorry to hear of his passing. My heart goes out to his family.

Maureen Loftus-Mays

October 14, 2010

Bryan,Bryan,Bryan...you were always like another little brother to me.You and Gorn spent so much time together at our house ,it just felt like you belonged there.
In recent years I enjoyed you stopping by with Conner and Meghan--we'd walk around my garden and look at flowers & bugs.You would always be on your way with them to do something fun & exciting (ride motorcycles,golf,archery,So many things...)They adored you,and you adored them.Id always give Megan a rose to take home to her Mom.
I will miss you,little brother,But ,I have SO many memories they will last the rest of MY lifetime.
Much love and sympathy to Carol,Michael.Anne,Conner & Megan From William Mays and Maureen Loftus-Mays

Star Pappas-Waite

October 12, 2010

Anne-- my heart is with u n the kids as r my mom and roger's and our whole family's! let's get together when u want to so we can hug you n the kids and do whatever you want us to do! he was a wild one as u know more than anyone, but his heart was filled with love for life and his precious groovy family! i miss him! please call spring when u r ready 2 visit with us honey! we love u all!

October 10, 2010

Bryan Tracy,Boony Doon, raceing carts down Thayer Road. Climbing the big redwood trees- Falling out of the big redwood trees. What a great way to grow up. We hav'ent been close for over 30 years or so but I will never forget growing up with friends like Bryan and Mike. I Am very sorry to hear this news and i am very sorry for those who were close to him. Your loss is the greatest.
Paul Rodriguez
Fulda Germany

October 8, 2010

The Rodriguez and Norman clan are devastated. Each year goes by and we say we're going to make the trip and it never happens. Love to you all.
Faye

Jason & Tina Rusler

October 6, 2010

Anne,
We had just heard the news. Oh my gosh, we are so very sorry for the loss of Bryan.
He was an amazing and fun guy.
We wish you and the kids all the best
Our thoughts and prayesr are with you all

Shr-Lyn (McCray)Cline

October 4, 2010

Carol&Mike you have been friends and family to our family for so many years.We will miss Bryan.To Bryans family I didnt know, you are part of our family Too!

October 4, 2010

PLEASE KNOW THAT YOUR PRECIOUS HUSBAND AND FATHER'S LOVE FOR EACH OF YOU WILL REMAIN IN YOUR HEARTS FOREVER. I PRAY THAT YOU WILL ALSO FEEL GOD'S PRESENCE DURING THIS SAD TIME. ALWAYS REMAIN CLOSE TO EACH OTHER AS BRYAN WOULD HAVE WANTED.

Bryan dancing with his Mom at Vaden & Grace McCray's Anniversary 3/22/1986

Tara (DellaMora) Rigby

October 4, 2010

Bryan playing his harmonica at Vaden & Grace McCray's 50th Wedding Anniverary 3/22/1986

Tara (DellaMora) Rigby

October 4, 2010

Bryan & Tara at our 8th Grade Graduation

Tara (DellaMora) Rigby

October 4, 2010

Ann, Connor, & Megan I am so sorry for your loss of Bryan. I met Bryan when I was 5 in K at Bonny Doon Elementary. We went all through school together and he was a good friend. I know you will all miss him dearly. I know words cannot help the hurt, but I would like to share some photos of your husband/father with you. To Carol and Mike, my heart goes out to you. Bryan will be greatly missed by so many. You are all in my prayers.

Crystal Dochstader

October 4, 2010

We love you, and are always here for you. We miss Bryan so much. Life is just not the same. Love: Ty, Crystal, Aaron & Gavin

October 3, 2010

Annie...You, Connor & Megan are in our thoughts and prayers. We are so very sorry for your loss.
With our deepest sympathy,
Rich & Teri Sciuto

Geraldine Woodward

October 3, 2010

May God Bless and be with Bryan Mother Carol,In the Name Of Jesus The Christ!
Love Ya 2010 Geraldine&Ruth.

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