Tony Tracy

Anthony R. “Tony” Tracy, 62, of Geneseo, Illinois unexpectedly passed away on Monday, February 13, 2023.

Cremation has been accorded with a celebration of life to be held at a later date.  Memorials may be given to OEM Henry County.  Dennison Funeral Home, Viola is assisting the family.

Tony was born July 12, 1960 in Aledo, Illinois the son of Thomas and Sheila O’Hearn Tracy.  The Aledo High School graduate went on to receive his Bachelor’s Degree from Southern Illinois University Carbondale.  Over the years, Tony had worked at the Henry County Probation Office, Geneseo Police Department as Telecommunicator, and as Chief of Geneseo Ambulance.  He currently was Chief Deputy Director of Henry County Office of Emergency Management as well as the Chair of the Henry County 911 Board.  Tony had helped many Police Departments and Ambulances with training.  Tony lived a life of Public Service, and his selfless service was recognized when he was named Illinois State Volunteer of the Year.  Tony umpired ASA Softball and officiated basketball games throughout the area. 

Those left to cherish his memory are his son:  Greg (Chelsea) Tracy; grandchildren:  Nevaeh, William, Abel, Matthew, and Daniel; mother:  Sheila Tracy; and brothers:  Tim, Terry, and Ted Tracy.

He was preceded in death by his father.

Online condolences may be left at www.dennisonfuneralhome.com.