Ms. Dorothy Ann Tracy

July 13, 1956 - March 21, 2019

Ms. Dorothy Ann Tracy, 62, of Peoria, IL transitioned to her heavenly home at 5:02 AM on Thursday, March 21, 2019 at Generations Nursing Home. Dorothy was born on July 13, 1956 in Elaine, Arkansas to Georgia Mae Walker and Jessie Jones. She worked for DP Filters as a secretary for over 20 years, retiring due to illness. Dorothy was a faithful member of New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the Rev. Dr. Patrick Pollard for many years. She served as an usher and took her duty very seriously, but with love. Dorothy was very feisty and outspoken. She loved spending time with family and friends, gardening and fishing. Dorothy leaves to cherish her memory six sisters; Bernice Stokes of Peoria, Mary (Hilton) Germon, Shirley (Dan) Martin, Linda Burrell and Ada Burrell all of Saginaw, MI and Sharron Burrell of Memphis, TN; one brother, Morris L. (Ruby) Stokes of Peoria; her step-father, Henry Burrell of Helena, ARK; a special friend, Jerry Paige of Peoria; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She is preceded in death by her biological parents, Georgia Mae Walker and Jessie Jones; grandparents, Freddie and Ada Walker. Funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at Peoria Friendship M.B. Church with a visitation one-hour prior beginning at 9 AM. Host Pastor is Rev. Dr. Claude Russell, Jr. Pastor Patrick Pollard will render the eulogy. Dorothy will be laid to rest at Parkview Cemetery. Simons Mortuary has been entrusted with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at SimonsMortuary.com.