Tracey Elofson

Tracey Warren Elofson, 54, a beloved mother, wife, sister and friend, passed away peacefully at home on January 23, 2015.

After a 3 year courageous battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) our dear Tracey is with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Tracey, was born November 21, 1960 in Lafayette, LA and was the youngest child of Merle Flagg Warren and Melba Smith Warren. She moved to Baton Rouge at the age of 5 and was a graduate of the 1978 Class of Robert E. Lee High School. Tracey received her Master's Degree in Speech Pathology from LSU. By vocation, Tracey worked at Lanier Elementary and at Louisiana School for the Deaf for several years.

Her greatest work, was being a mother to her four wonderful daughters, Hope, Ashlyn, Megan and Kathleen Elofson. She was married for over 30 years to her best friend and the love of her life, Dr. Roger "Bucky" Elofson. Tracey lived a transparent, selfless life following our Lord's teachings making a difference in many lives. Her faith was lived out in the many ways she served others. She left a legacy of love through service at The Dunham School, co-leading woman's bible studies, coordinating The Chapel's Annual Women's Conference, leaving secret notes and gifts at the back doors to encourage others and other "Kingdom Play" activities reflecting Christ's love.

ALS did not diminish her kingdom thinking or prevent her from choosing joy each day. Tracey continued to rejoice in God's love and in her relationships. Our gifted wordsmith's blog, Twewordplay.com, became a place of community and encouragement for many from around the globe. Our precious servant's wisdom, smile, unconditional love, creativity, "happies" and encouragement will be dearly missed, but will live on through her family and friends through her intentional acts of loving others forward. "Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him. " James 1:12.

She is survived by husband, Dr. Roger "Bucky" Elofson; and her four daughters, Hope (26), Ashlyn (22), Megan (18) and Kathleen (14) Elofson; and her son by heart, Sean McCleary. She is also survived by her sister, Lucie Sherman and husband Don, of Germantown, Maryland; her brother, Toby and his wife, Char Warren of Auburn, Alabama; her special cousin, Shannon Smith; and many family and friends.

Tracey was preceded in death by her parents, Merle Flagg Warren and Melba Smith Warren.

The family request that visiting hours be observed on Monday, January 26, 2015 at The Chapel in the Oaks, 9611 Siegen Lane from 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Visiting hours will resume on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 from 10:00 AM until time of services.

Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at The Chapel in the Oaks at 12:00 noon.

Pallbearers will include, Toby Warren, Monty Warren, Frank McArdle, John Elofson, Herman Soong, Jeff Hilliard, Lynn Wiggins, Keith Mayeaux, Mike Thibodeaux, Barry Solar, Scott Dantonio, Howard Gidden, and K.G. Moutafian.

Interment will take place at Resthaven Gardens of Memory Cemetery following the service.

The family would like to give a special thanks to Tracey's "Love Birds" for their servant's hearts through her difficult journey of ALS: Candy Bourgeois, Tracy Bourgeois, Sherry Barber, Donna Embree, Leigh Ann Evans, Diane Foster, Connie Jordan, Kris Ann Maestri, and Mitzi Miller. We would like to especially thank her caregiver, Hattie Scales, whom she loved dearly and Ms. Velma Lenoir.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Endowment in honor of Tracey Elofson at The Dunham School, 11111 Roy Emerson, Baton Rouge, LA 70810.

Family and friends may sign the online guest book or leave a personal note to the family at www.resthavenbatonrouge.com.

Resthaven Gardens of Memory and Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Hwy, Baton Rouge is in charge of funeral arrangements.

Visitation

The Chapel in The Oaks
9611 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA  70810
Monday, January 26, 2015
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Service

Visitation

The Chapel in The Oaks
9611 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA  70810
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Funeral Service

The Chapel in The Oaks
9611 Siegen Lane
Baton Rouge, LA  70810
Tuesday, January 27, 2015
12:00 PM

Cemetery

Resthaven Gardens of Memory
11817 Jefferson Highway
Baton Rouge, LA  70816