Traci A. Bednar Murray

Traci A. Bednar Murray, age 48, passed away unexpectedly, Thursday, February 17, 2011. Traci was born in Racine, December 4, 1962.

Traci had a great love for music and zest for singing and dancing. She was a devoted, loving mother and grandmother, and especially cherished time caring for her grandchildren. She also enjoyed many summers spent up north at her aunt's cabin. She will be deeply missed.

Survivors include her four children, William “Billy” Richard Paton, Ryan (Marie) Paton, Cassandra Rose Matovich, Randy Ray Biedenbender; her three grandchildren, Breonna, Logan and Kamare; her parents, LaVerne Bednar, Richard (Jean) Bednar; sister and brothers, Terri Rieker, Kim Bednar, Keith (Peggy) Bednar, Kurt Bednar; nieces and nephews, Jenny, Erik, Aaron, Nick, Nina, Ian, Lauran; other relatives and many dear friends. Traci was preceded in death by her grandma, Helen Schroeder; and aunt, Eleanor Ziegenhagen.

A Memorial Service will be held Wednesday, March 2, 2011, at 6 p.m. at the funeral home. Private interment will be held. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Wednesday at the funeral home from 4 p.m. until time of service at 6 p.m.

MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine   (262) 634-7888