Tracey Lynn (Tyler) Wood
September 6, 1963 - June 26, 2025
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With hearts full of sorrow and gratitude, we announce the passing of Tracey Lynn Tyler Wood, 61, of Heath, Texas. Tracey passed away on June 26, 2025, in Rockwall, Texas, surrounded by the people who loved her most.
Born on September 6, 1963, in Niles, Michigan, Tracey was the daughter of the late Robert L. Tyler Jr. and Jean M. Tyler. She grew up in a lively, close-knit family with her brothers— Todd (Ginny), Tim (Pam), and Mike (Lisa)—and carried the strength, grit, and humor that marked her Niles roots into every part of her life.
Tracey was a fierce and faithful presence in the lives of those she loved. She married her best friend and love of her life, Richard Wood, and together they built a life of love, laughter, and deep devotion to family. Tracey was the proud mother of Tyler Wood (Lyndsey) and Parker Wood, and her joy in recent years came from being “Tootsie” to her treasured grandchildren—Judah, Ellie, and Brooks.
Being a “boy mom” was her calling, and she embraced it with her whole heart. She sacrificed so much and gave everything to her boys. She was their #1 fan—whether it was baseball, football or just practice, she was there. Her love was fierce, constant, and always on full display. She loved her boys, to the moon and back.
Tracey had a spirit that was tough, passionate, and utterly loyal. She had a smile that lit up every room and gave it freely to everyone she met, if she knew them or not. That smile reflected her open heart and genuine kindness. To her husband, she was more than a partner—she was his rock.
She is preceded in death by her beloved parents and her brother, Tim Tyler.
Her graveside service will take place at Silverbrook Cemetery in Niles, Michigan; additional details will be shared with family and friends as arrangements are finalized.
As we grieve her loss, we hold on to the truth in these words: "God, in His mercy, lets us taste joy before asking us to bear the pain it costs. In His design, even sorrow is a sign of how deeply we've loved—and how richly we've been blessed."
Born on September 6, 1963, in Niles, Michigan, Tracey was the daughter of the late Robert L. Tyler Jr. and Jean M. Tyler. She grew up in a lively, close-knit family with her brothers— Todd (Ginny), Tim (Pam), and Mike (Lisa)—and carried the strength, grit, and humor that marked her Niles roots into every part of her life.
Tracey was a fierce and faithful presence in the lives of those she loved. She married her best friend and love of her life, Richard Wood, and together they built a life of love, laughter, and deep devotion to family. Tracey was the proud mother of Tyler Wood (Lyndsey) and Parker Wood, and her joy in recent years came from being “Tootsie” to her treasured grandchildren—Judah, Ellie, and Brooks.
Being a “boy mom” was her calling, and she embraced it with her whole heart. She sacrificed so much and gave everything to her boys. She was their #1 fan—whether it was baseball, football or just practice, she was there. Her love was fierce, constant, and always on full display. She loved her boys, to the moon and back.
Tracey had a spirit that was tough, passionate, and utterly loyal. She had a smile that lit up every room and gave it freely to everyone she met, if she knew them or not. That smile reflected her open heart and genuine kindness. To her husband, she was more than a partner—she was his rock.
She is preceded in death by her beloved parents and her brother, Tim Tyler.
Her graveside service will take place at Silverbrook Cemetery in Niles, Michigan; additional details will be shared with family and friends as arrangements are finalized.
As we grieve her loss, we hold on to the truth in these words: "God, in His mercy, lets us taste joy before asking us to bear the pain it costs. In His design, even sorrow is a sign of how deeply we've loved—and how richly we've been blessed."