Tracy Durant Lawson

October 24, 1972 - February 18, 2011
Tracy Durant Lawson

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Tracy Durant Lawson, born October 24, 1972, died February 18, 2011.

She is survived by her son, Aidan Michael Lawson and his father, Steven Lawson; grandparents Glenn and Ed Wilson and parents Randy and Shirley Wilson, and sisters Lisa Lamb and Patty Hulcher and husband Clay, and brother Eddie Wilson. Preceded in death by grandfather John LeRoy Lamb, Jr. and survived by grandmother Mary Lamb, parents Vic and Robin Lamb, as well as many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and friends. Also survived by extended family members Faye and Hyman Adcox and family.Special thanks go to caregivers Karen Roberts, Yvonne Nutter and Michele Winstead.

Tracy loved with all of her heart and her radiant smile brightened the life of everyone who knew her. She was a devoted mother and the joy of her life was her son, Aidan. Filled with kindness, compassion, joy and laughter, Tracy welcomed everyone she met into her wide circle of extended family members and friends. She was a gift to this world and loved by so many.

Tracy called Wilmington, North Carolina home but loved to travel. Destinations included Australia, England, France, Greece, Italy, Mexico and the Bahamas. Diagnosed with colon cancer in 2007, she fought a valiant battle and remained determined to live life to the fullest until the moment she passed from this world. Life goals achieved despite her illness included sky diving, zip lining, snowboarding, white water rafting down the Colorado River and hot air ballooning. She also completed the race car driver school experience at Talladega Speedway and travelled cross country by car.

Services will be held on Tuesday, February 22, 2011 at Riley’s Creek Baptist Church in Rocky Point, NC. The viewing will begin at 11:00 a.m., followed by a service at 12:00 noon. A luncheon will follow at 1:00 p.m. in the church hall.

Tracy loved flowers and they are welcomed to honor her. Also welcomed and much appreciated are donations to Lower Cape Fear Hospice, whose staff cared so lovingly and diligently for Tracy at the end of her battle. Both they and Tracy will remain in our hearts forever.

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  • February 22, 2011
    Alice Tomaselli says:
    My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. Tracey was loved by a tremendous amount of people. She touched everyone in one way or another. Tracey we love you Alice

  • October 12, 2018
    allan welch says:
    you were my first love. I miss you vert much.

  • October 12, 2018
    allan welch says:
    I love you , my prom date

  • February 19, 2011
    Kathy Sewell says:
    I am sorry for the loss of Tracy, the loss of a friend, Mom

  • February 19, 2011
    Linda Beall says:
    You were an amazing and strong person! My life has been blessed having you in it. I hope I will have your strength when it's my time. LOVE YOU!!

  • February 24, 2011
    Dawn McGlohon says:
    My heart is heavy for the friends and family of Tracy. I pray for healing of your hearts as you mourn and miss your special Tracy. Words cannot take away the pain, but maybe the memories of so many fun and unique moments spent with Tracy will bring you some peace.

  • March 02, 2011
    Faye Adcox says:
    I would like to thank her parents for sharing their daughter with my family. Tracy was a blessing to our family for 18 years. Her beautiful smile and bubbly personality enriched our lives. She was peacemaker,devoted sister, loyal daughter,loving mother to Aidan and the light of our lives in so many ways.

  • February 21, 2011
    Susan & Ricky Field says:
    Tracy, You are so completly loved in every way by sooo many. There's not a life you've encountered that you haven't made better with your huge heart and sparkeling smile. You will be GREATLY missed! The world is a much better place with you in it. We will love you forever and ever. Always, Susan & Ricky

  • February 22, 2011
    Sammy Julian says:
    Hey Tracy! All of the good times we have had! I will always think of you and you will always be in my heart! My prayers will always be with you! I Love You and I hope you love it in heaven! Come visit me some time!!! Love always, Sammy Julian

  • February 22, 2011
    tammy ricci julian says:
    MY TWISTED SISTA!!! THE GOOD TIMES WE HAD!!! WILL NEVER FORGET YOU GIRL!! YOU WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART.. AND I KNOW YOU WILL VISIT ME FROM TIME TO TIME... GIVE MY BABY BROTHER A HUG WHEN YOU SEE EM AND I'M SURE YOUR ALREADY RIDING DAT HARLEY IN THE SKY!!! LUV YOU!!!!

  • February 21, 2011
    Rhonda and Jose Chavez says:
    Tracy was so amazing. She treated us like family and I will miss her everyday. May the peace which comes from the memories of love shared, comfort you now and in the days ahead.

  • February 21, 2011
    Katie Sheffield says:
    I"m thrilled to have known her as a true friend!!! And I mean that in every sense of the word "TRUE"... She was the kindest soul, we should all take a piece of her with us daily. I loved her like a sister, we shared ALOT of fun times, I will cherish our memories forever!! God has earned another angel.....Can you imagine the friends she will make there!!! I love you Tracy....till I see you again! Katie

  • February 21, 2011
    Becci Tremlett says:
    Unfortunately I didn't get to know Tracy very well when I started at the bank years ago but I do remember her as always smiling and that her and Michele were inseparable. I was deeply saddened to hear of her illness but even more so of her passing. I remember Tracy as a vibrant, confident, beautiful woman - always full of life. My deepest sympathy to the family.

  • February 21, 2011
    Janelle Brinkley says:
    That was the most heart wrenching obituary I have ever read. She was indeed a gift to this world. I never saw her without a smile. I consider myself fortunate that I had the pleasure of knowing her.

  • February 21, 2011
    Larry & Frances Gay says:
    Shirley and Family, Larry and I can not believe this. We will be remembering you and all your family in our prayers. May God be with you at this most difficult time. Love to all of your family.

  • February 22, 2011
    Melissa and Luke Epps says:
    It was an honor to have know such an amazing lady! We will continue to pray for your family and hope you are at peace now.

  • February 21, 2011
    Christy Waller says:
    I worked with Tracy many years ago at the bank. I remember her beautiful smile. Praying that God will give comfort and strength to her son and all her family and friends.

  • February 22, 2011
    Rosemary Holliday says:
    We love Tracy, Steve and Adian and will miss her vibrant stories as told by Faye and her family. Tracy and her family have always been part of Faye's family - loved by everyone.

  • February 22, 2011
    Carolyn Wagner says:
    Only knew u thru your dad and stepmom, Vic and Robin Lamb, but it is obvious u were deeply loved. I am glad u no longer have to be in pain and God has another Angel. My love and prayers to your son Aiden and your family.Go rest high on the mountain, Traci. Love, Carolyn Wagner

  • February 21, 2011
    Linda Rice says:
    Shirley and Randy, I was so sorry to hear the news about Tracy. My heart goes out to you and if there is anything I can do to, please do not hesitate to call me.

  • February 21, 2011
    Judi Lawson says:
    Tracy,dear heart,I feel so sad though my tears are silent. You know all there is to know now, so all is well. We will do our utmost,in your memory,for your fine son Aidan to become the man you always hoped he would be. You will forever hold a special place in my heart. Your mother-in-law, Judi

  • February 20, 2011
    Sandy May says:
    Your family are in my thoughts and prayers she was a awesome person i had the privaledge to work with her at the bank and hang out with her she truly will be missed she was a joy to be around and knew how to have fun.

  • February 20, 2011
    fran poole says:
    i never got to meet tracy in person, but thru a mutual friend learned how awesome, strong and loving she was. may God bless your family.

  • February 20, 2011
    Pete Jakubeit and Aimee Helmus says:
    We are so sorry for the loss of Tracy, we will always remember her smile and her great laugh. She will be missed.

  • March 10, 2011
    Darlene Rogers says:
    Vic, Mary and Karen, My hearfelt sympathy goes out to you all during this time. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

  • February 22, 2011
    Will and Donna Cooper says:
    Will miss you so much. What a wonderful person you were!! We will never forget your beautiful face,smile and heart, and all the other qualities we all wish we had. We love you my friend!

  • February 20, 2011
    Cathy Buckley says:
    Tracy is a great mother and friend. She was an inspiration for strength and beauty in tough times. The world will not be the same for knowing her and for losing her. My thoughts and prayers go out to all her family and friends.

  • February 20, 2011
    Pam Brownley says:
    Didn't know Tracy,but from coming to HMS, but she was always smiling. She is in Gods hands and happy.

  • February 20, 2011
    Coastal Pop Warner says:
    The Coastal Pop Warner family extends its sincere sympathies to our long time mentor and friend, Randy Wilson, his wife Shirley and their family in the loss of Tracy.While we cannot take away the pain you feel today, we pray that you find solace in the memories you share and peace in the knowledge that her pain is ended and she waits for you in God's beautiful kingdom.

  • February 20, 2011
    Belinda says:
    My heart hurt as I read this today. I thank GOD I got the chance 2 meet,get 2 know and become friends with u. God now has u and U have NO more pain. I love ur spirit and heart and personality. I hate we met under the circumstances we did but THANK GOD u became part of my heart!!!!! I will truly miss u until I get 2 c u again. LOVE!!!!!

  • April 13, 2014
    Sammy Julian says:
    I just found what i wrote from 2011.. Now its 2014, & I'm 14 years old. i miss you so much Tracy! you were probably one of the coolest people Ive ever met! Now that im old enough to realize it, you dont really find to many people like you. My mom still talks about how you were such a great friend/person. How's it goin up there? im sure your chillin with my uncle bob & buddy! even though im terrified of ghosts, come visit me sometime! Love you Tracy, rest easy♥♥

  • February 22, 2011
    Susan Salem says:
    Our thoughts and prayers are with Tracy's family and friends. She was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly. Susan and Casey Salem