Tracy Strader

Tracy Strader, 44, left this world too soon, on August 18th, 2026. She was born June 27th, 1982, in Hinsdale, Illinois, to parents James Strader and Alma “Sue” Strader.

Tracy grew up in Indiana and completed her education at Warren Central High School.

She worked for over 21 years at Goodwill on East Washington street.

Tracy and her family were valued attendees at Victory Baptist Church.

Tracy was a vibrant, loving young woman. She loved music and loved to sing. She enjoyed collecting dolls, dressing them up and playing with them. Above all, she adored her family, and spent as much time with them as she could.

Tracy is survived by her mom, Alma “Sue” Watson; nephews Dakota Strader, Noah Johnson, and great nephew Rider; aunts, uncles, cousins and extended family.

She is preceded in death by her father James Strader; step father Keith Watson; sister Lori Strader Johnson; and her grandparents.

Visitation for Tracy will be Sunday August 23rd, from 5-8pm at Flanner Buchanan Memorial Park. Additional visitation will be Monday August 24th, from 9-10am, and her funeral will begin at 10am. She will be laid to rest at Memorial Park Cemetery.