Tracy Dawn Mann
Obituary
Passed on
January 15, 1970 – May 10, 2025
I was born January 15, 1970, to my loving parents Maurice and Edith Carman, I leave to mourn my best friend and loving husband, Darryl. My amazing and beautiful children, Nicholas (Jennifer) and Felicia (Brandon) along with my dear sister Dianna (Ted) and her family, and the Mann family.
I have been a devoted daughter, a dedicated sister, a loving wife, a comforting mother, a princess, and a true and loyal friend.
I have been truly blessed with a full life. I enjoyed camping and travelling and being with my family and friends. I loved baking, cooking, curling, gardening, and Christmas. I have had the joy of travelling with family and friends. I’ve been to exciting places, seen beautiful things and done amazing things like zip lining, swimming with manta, driving, dune buggies off-road, biking down a volcano, starfish in Cuba, dog sledding, climbing a waterfall in Jamaica, visited and climbed ancient ruins and had my dream vacation traveling Europe.
This obituary is for the luckiest woman in the world.
Lucky to have an unbelievably strong, loving, and forgiving mother who taught me much more than she ever realized. Mom, when I knock on Heaven’s door I hope that you are the one who opens it. Lucky to have a dad, sister, children, husband. Lucky to have befriended so many wonderful people.
I have enjoyed a wonderful life which I am in no way ready to leave. It is certainly not my choice nor desire to die but die I must. Cancer was my undoing and it is the most wicked of foe. I will never be dead as long as my family and friends are alive and kicking. If you should wake up with a song that will just not leave your thoughts, that will be me reminding you to sing and dance. If you stub your toe and cuss like a sailor, you will know that those words have flown from my mouth into yours.
So… I was born; I blinked; and it was over. No buildings named after me; no monuments erected in my honor.
My wishes are to not spend money on flowers (I loved them in the gardens or in the fields but have always thought they were a waste of money, and because they would just die, just like I did).
I have surrounded myself with so many wonderful people. The kindness and love that you have shown me throughout this illness has been a source of strength, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Please don’t cry because I’m gone, instead, be happy that I was here. (Or maybe you can cry a little bit. After all, I have passed away).
Life is not forever, love is.
A private family celebration of life was held on March 30, 2025.
Comments
To a wonderful person you are thankyou so much I appreciate it you are a angle sent from the lord 🙏 and to you Tracey man I know so well and love you are a amazing living person I have ever met... your kindness to everyone will be miss ,,,, thankyou Tracey mann for showing me the light 🕯️🕯️🕯️🕯️
Damon Pierce
I’m so sorry to hear of your passing. We were so close as kids, and those memories still make me smile—sleepovers, family get-togethers, and all the silly adventures only cousins could have. Life took us in different directions, and we lost touch over the years, but reading your beautiful words reminded me of your incredible spirit and sense of humor. You clearly lived a life full of love, adventure, and meaning. I’m truly grateful we shared those early years together. Rest in peace, cousin—you left your mark in the best way. 💖
Alana (mckague) Johnson
A note for my childhood friend. I have thought of you so many times over the years. I have vivid wonderful memories of us. Our first concert together. Van Halen 1984. We listened to records by the hour in your basement. I loved sleepovers, especially when it was a school night and your Mom made us the best lunches in paper bags. Your sister was our ally, she was the reason we were allowed to do things sometimes, and we hitched lots of rides to town to attend "the movies". I am sorry we didn't reconnect as adults, but I've never forgotten you or our friendship. Music was a big part of our fun, so I will sing and dance and think of you. Love Kathy McCulley
Kathy
Thank you Tracy for the wonderful memories that our family has - the visits to BC, your encounter with a bear, the trip to Disneyland, camping along the US coast, the Carribean cruise where we competed to be first at winning a T-shirt, the lovely family get-togethers on the farm. To the Carman and Mann families- our hearts aches for all of you. Although we are not related by blood, we will always be family. Uncle Paul, Auntie Eleanor, Helene & Cindy Kolada
Eleanor/Paul Kolada
I saw your obituary in the stonewall tribune. I had no idea who you are, but now I do. What a great obituary, a celebration of your experiences and your legacy of family. Many wise words you spoke. My condolences to your family.
Peter
It is with great remorse and regret to hear the disheartening news of Tracy. Our sincerest condolences to Darryl (& family), Dianna & Ted (& girls) and extended family. Micki Lyn & Derrick Snell
Micki Lyn Enstrom-Snell
Deepest Sympathies Darryl and Family. So Very Sorry and Terrible Sadness. I also lost my Father on April 8 who always spoke very highly of you. Take Care Darryl
Brian Holobush
My sincere condolences Such a joy to have known Tracy and now such a sadness to know she passed. Our thoughts are with you all. Francois, Jael and Jordan
Francois Henri
Such a beautiful story. I didn’t know Tracy personally but wished I could have! I followed her journey through Dianna and am deeply saddened by her passing. Along with my husband Lorne we pass on our heart felt condolences to Tracy’s family, her Papa and Dianna,Ted and families. Keeping you all in our prayers as you remember this beautiful woman! Sore high with the angels Tracy😇🙏❤️
Deb and Lorne Prodahl
On behalf of the McCarville family, we would like offer our deepest condolences. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Carla Wilson (McCarville)
My sincere condolences on the passing of Tracy.
Kris (Brown) Cazeau
To the Mann and Carmen families we were sorry to hear about Tracys passing. She was a wonderful lady. Cherish the many memories of a great and caring lady.
Tim and Rhonda Cameron
My condolences to Darryl and family And The Mann Family & The Carmen Family Darryl your in our prayers and in our throughs at this time.🙏
Sharilee Slater
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