Philip Tracey

Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford Philip Ray Tracey, 56, of Oxford, passed away on Monday, November 27, 2023, at Baptist Memorial Hospital in Oxford. In honor of Philip Tracey's vibrant life, we invite family and friends to join us for a Celebration of Life service. This gathering will be a time to reflect on the joy he brought to our lives, to share fond memories, and to celebrate the impact they had on all of us. The service will take place at 1:00 p.m. on December 5, 2023 at the Orchard Oxford, with visitation beginning at 12:00 p.m. An additional celebration will be held in Westminster, Maryland at a later date. Philip was welcomed into this world on the spring day of March 29, 1967. He married his loving wife, Jocelyn Tipton; the couple spent twelve wonderful years together, cultivating an immeasurable amount of memories while strolling down the path of life together. Aside from being a devoted husband, he was a man who enjoyed turning ideas into tangible expressions of creativity. He approached life with a practical creativity, skillfully blending their hands-on ingenuity with an artistic flair, making the most out of what was on hand not only in the realm of problem-solving but also in the creation of art and crafts. Their garage was a workshop of endless projects, and their mind was a constant stream of ideas waiting to be brought to life. This man, who had never met a stranger, always had a story to share. He seized every opportunity to experience life and enjoyed traveling with his wife to new destinations. His favorite trips were always to coastal destinations where he could relax in the sand and the surf. In addition, he was a man of strong Christian faith who belonged to the body of believers at the Orchard Oxford. Known for his servant heart, he embodied the teachings of his faith through selfless acts of kindness and community service. Although Philip has departed from our presence, his treasured memory will hold a special place in the hearts and minds of his loved ones. Philip leaves behind a loving family to continue walking down the path of life in his absence: his wife, Jocelyn Tipton of Oxford, Mississippi; mother, Beverly Hampt; step-father, Doug Hampt; three sons: Austin Tracey of Union Bridge, Maryland; Colby Tracey of Union Bridge, Maryland; Matthew Hamilton of Charles Town, West Virginia; two grandchildren: Lily Tracey of Union Bridge, Maryland and Lucas Tracey of Union Bridge, Maryland; one brother, Allen Tracey and one sister, Melissa Gobbel. In place of traditional flowers, the family has requested that monetary donations be given to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (https://tinyurl.com/4w3m8xra) The Coleman Funeral Home of Oxford staff is honored to serve the family as they walk through this challenging season of life.

Philip Tracey

March 29, 1967 - November 27, 2023

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