
Tracy Woldman, 91, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at Indiana University Ball Memorial Hospital.
Born on January 20, 1932 in Chicago, Illinois she was the daughter of John and Renske (Grypstra) Herlien. She attended Morton East High School in Cicero, IL graduating with the class of 1950. She met the love of her life while at church. She and Albert “Bud” Woldman were united in marriage on December 8, 1950 in the 1st Reformed Church of Berwyn. Bud preceded her in death on October 31, 2002.
Tracy was one amazing woman, never failing to show that mother’s love to her children, grandchildren and great grand-children. Her children describe her as someone who was always smiling, funny and an absolute joy to be around.
She and Bud enjoyed bowling and roller-skating as a couple. They also enjoyed traveling with their family to the Colorado Rocky Mountains each summer and later in life they spent winters at Citrus Park in Bonita Springs Florida.
Tracy was a member of Trinity United Methodist Church in Plymouth. Her Christian faith was unwavering.
She is survived by her children: Beverly Woods of Muncie, IN; Edward Woldman of Lauderdale By The Sea, FL; Debra Woldman (Tracy Lopez) of Warrenville, IL; grandchildren: Christine, Carrie, Alison, Gregory and Matthew and great-grandchildren: Ada, Arthur, Clara and Molly, As well as several nieces and nephews.
Tracy is preceded in death by her parents, husband Bud, and her 4 brothers, Lambert, Siebert, John and Charles.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 16, 2023 from 3-6 pm EST. at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan Street, Plymouth.
Visitation will continue on Monday, April 17, 2023 at 10 am, EST. followed by a funeral service at 11 am at the funeral home with Pastor Kayla Grehl and Mike Burrows officiating.
Burial will take place in the New Oak Hill Cemetery, Plymouth.
Memorial contributions can be made to the Trinity United Methodist Church music ministries, 425 S. Michigan St. Plymouth, IN 46563.
Ken Herlien says
Always fun and funny. A complete loving joy for her nieces and nephews of the Herlien family. She will be missed.
Suzie Tavano says
Ed,
This is such a beautiful picture and description of your mother. She was a joy to be around and will surely be missed by her family and friends. May she Rest In Eternal Peace.
Carol says
Beverly and Family . I count myself lucky to have met such a beautiful sunny soul. I’m so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathy
Sandy Weigle says
Bev, Ed, and Deb, Dave and I are both so sorry to hear of your mom passing. I can picture your parents roller skating together like they did at the church skating parties. They both always made me feel like part of the family. I will definitely miss her fudge! Please give each other a big hug for me!