Evansville, IN – Tracy E. Hayden, 63, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Friday, November 11, 2022 at Deaconess Gateway Hospital in Newburgh, Indiana. He was born on May 8, 1959 in Evansville to the late Gene and Wanda (McMurtry) Hayden.
Tracy, like his father, took on the family trade of home building and construction. He enjoyed refurbishing old hand saws and other tools. He was a member of the Full Gospel Business Men’s and from 2004-2016, he took over the pastoral duties of Life In Abundance Church. He would want to be remembered as a servant of Christ.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Tasha (Rogers) Hayden; his son, Trace Hayden; his granddaughter, Adeline Hayden as well as his sisters, Tari Martin (Mike) and Tanya Elliott.
A memorial service is scheduled to be held on Saturday, November 19, 2022 at Life In Abundance Church located at 2323 S. Walnut Lane in Evansville, Indiana. Services will begin at 2:00 P.M.
Memorial contributions may be made to the family at https://www.gofundme.com/f/tracy-hayden-funeral-costs?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cf+share-flow-1
Simple Cremation Evansville is entrusted with care.
Debra J Deig says
I’m sorry for your loss. Tracy and I worked at Tucker together years ago. He was a gentleman.
Elizabeth Damm says
My prayers go out to the entire Hayden family and all who knew Tracy.
After working with Tasha, I feel like I knew him as well. I am so sad for your loss Tasha.
Be comforted in the thought that he knew and felt your dedication for your family.
Also,
be comforted that Tracy is in a better place now and finally at peace.
Sincerely,
Beth Damm
Merle and Marcia says
Tasha, have been thinking of so many neat things about Tracy & I truly hope the pen writes into your heart what’s etched in mine about your Tracy. The two area’s that were extremely obviously notable about Tracy was his sensitivity & deep compassion towards those of need & help / and his over the top creatively!!! Tracy was also blessed by the Lord with a high I Q . . . he definitely had a way with writing words on the parchment! (UNDERSTATEMENT/ the church bulletin always had a condensed written preaching of encouragement of the WORD from the Pastor’s Desk – Tracy’s heart “❤” of the WORD to & for the people!!!)
Their home was always opened for family ( biologically & family of God, plus strangers that needed help ) Tracy’s garage didn’t just hold his tools & skillful joy of craft . . . IT held people to FULL CAPACITY! Every holiday it was open wide with genuine Agape hospitality to ALL “FAMILY” . . . & WHOMESOEVER. Full of smiles, hugs,laughter . . . And delightful food that would make any Southern Baptist squeal in delight & a twinkle in their eyes!!! NO ONE WAS LEFT OUT IN THE COLD WITH NO WHERE TO GO! Tracy & Tasha worked powerfully & well together in the Lord’s movements . . . So very MUCH I could write my dear Tasha; we will get together hopefully soon my Friend & Sister! . . . Our prayers Always, Love M&M
Merle and Marcia says
Always enjoyed seeing Tracy with Adeline (Addy) in Pawpaw’s workshop & Addy’s pink tools & their wonderful intimate woodworking projects they built together under the loving gentle (fun) guidance of Tracy’s hand & wise eye of safe maneuvers for his granddaughter. Addy will ALWAYS Love tools. She’s a girls, girl . . . But, Addy will ALWAYS be able to keep up with the boys . . . Thanks to Pawpaw
[Tracy & Adeline really enjoyed that consistent-special time together ❤]
Liz Willem says
I am praying for his family. Tracy was such a good man. I appreciate all the prayers he prayed for my son Greg and the visit at the hospital. I know iin my heat and soul he is rejoicing in Heaven with Greg right now.
Perry Choate says
Tasha and family,
I had a drum set in early high school. Tracy and I would mess around with drums and music over the years.
We always had God’s hand in and about our lives. I appreciate the Gospel message as Tracy did. We trusted in Jesus to be our Savior.
Heaven Bound
Perry Choate
FEMA covers funeral costs with Covid related deaths.
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance#eligible
Perry Choate says
Tasha and Family,
I enjoyed playing drums and guitar with Tracy in high school. We encouraged each other and had a bond of Jesus.
Sorry for your loss; I’ll continue to miss him.
FYI: since I saw the gofundme page:
Has the funeral home applied for COVID funding?
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance#eligible
You are eligible for up to 10,000 dollars in funeral expenses for a COVID related death. Call the funeral home if not done.
I applied to FEMA with my mom’s death (COVID exposure); most expenses were covered by FEMA.
Perry Choate perry.choate@gmail.com
I read on the obituary that Covid was involved; hence, FEMA will cover up to 10,000 dollars. I’m sure this would help.
Perry Choate says
Tasha
Sorry if this is a repeat; I don’t think my note was posted.
I enjoyed my short visit to your church; glad I was able to talk and pray with Tracy. Do let me know of your Christmas wish list.
Did you get my note on FEMA?
FEMA will pay up to 10,000 dollars to cover expenses. I sent info to Trace.
https://www.fema.gov/disaster/coronavirus/economic/funeral-assistance
To apply, call 844-684-6333 toll-free between 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday-Friday.
We have Life before us; I’ll see you and Tracy again.
Perry
Perry Choate says
Sorry for your family’s loss.
Let me know if I can help.
Perry Choate says
Tasha
I’ll miss Tracy and will carry our growing up days with me.
Do let me know if you have a Christmas wish list.
Check with FEMA to apply for 10,000 to cover expenses.
I’d be happy to help you with that process.
Perry Choate says
Sorry for the repeats
This website delayed posting by weeks.
I thought the website would not post my comments with FEMA or phone numbers or email since all comments are inspected, scrutinized prior to posting.
My message was sent direct to Tasha.
Merry Christmas, celebrate the new Life in Christ.
Perry