Tracey R

Walker

Tracey R. Walker, the only child of Eunice A. Walker and the late Charles E. Walker was born in Englewood, New Jersey on February 27, 1966. Tracey attended the Englewood Public Schools. After graduating from Dwight Morrow High School, she attended Bergen Community College, where she majored in Early Childhood Education. She also received her Beautician's license from Parisian Beauty School of Hackensack, NJ.

Tracey was a faithful member of First Baptist Church of Englewood for over 40 years. In her early teens, Tracey accepted Jesus Christ as her personal Lord and Savior. She served in a number of ministries including: The Missionary Society and Kitchen Committee. She also served as an AWANA Leader, Trustee – Financial Secretary and Finance Commission – Chairperson.

Tracey loved to praise the Lord, especially through song and music. She sang on many choirs including: Choraliers, Peace Redeemed, Peace, Mass and New Covenant. She also served as Director of the Angels and Youth Choir.

Her ministry, service and love of the Lord earned Tracey the honor of being named the 1996 Sunday School as "Church Mother of the Year" and in 2007 she received  the "Miriam Award" for her anointed gift of singing.

Tracey was grateful and gave thanks for her church and all her spiritual mothers: Brenda Leonard, Jean Haynes, Alberta Kendrick, Wilhelmenia Jackson and Anjenett Ray. All of which influenced her strong faith and spiritual growth.

In keeping with her love of the performing arts ministry, Tracey signed on as Treasurer of New Creature Productions, a production group formed by the former Music Minister of FBC Englewood, Anjenett Ray to promote Gospel plays and events.

Tracey acted in two NCP plays including: "Miz Rev" where she played the role of Gerri and in "A Gathering of Sisters" in the role of Gerasia. She was also a faithful Partner of Garden State Choral Chapter.

In her professional life, Tracey worked at Haven Savings Bank in Westwood, New Jersey for 25 years and in 2006 was promoted and served as a proud Branch Manager. She was known for her beautiful smile, compassion, and undeniable since of humor.

Tracey wanted this to be known, "The greatest inspirations in my life are my Mom and Nana.  They showed me how to praise and worship the Lord; and taught me not to be ashamed of using my gift of singing to bring or tell others about The One who is worthy to be praised.  I love the Lord and will continue to sing praise to His name."

Psalm 146: 1-2

"Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul!

Praise the Lord! I will praise the Lord as long as I live,

I will sing praise to him as long as I have breath ."

Tracey leaves to cherish her memories, three children: Michael, Christopher and Amanda; Mother: Eunice A. Walker; two aunts: Arlene (Joy) & Frances; a host of loving cousins, extended family, friends and church family. She was mother to many.