Scrapbooking Loses a Friend

On the morning of Wed. April 23rd the scrapbooking community has lost a dear friend.
Tracy Corneil died at her home. For those of you who don't know Tracy she was the co-owner of the Scrapbook Hideaway Scrapbook Store. The thing I remember most about Tracy was when she helped with a scrapbook of my niece Zoe who was dying. My sister in law hadn't done anything with the little loves pictures because she was so sick for the entire 2 years of her life. So when we got news that she was going to die in the next couple of weeks I wanted to do something for my brother and sister in law. So Tracy helped me in 2 days put together a 12 x 12 scrapbook for them. It was so awesome. On top of it all she gave me 30% off my entire purchase-she stayed with me really late at night to get it done and I will never forget her for that.
Thank yo Tracy-
There is really no explanation for all of this. The last couple of weeks I have had to go in the SS a lot (I have had a lot of projects for school/holidays etc.) and I was thinking about a week ago, man I have been in this store more in the last couple of weeks than I have the entire year. Last night it hit me-the good Lord wanted me to be able to see Tracy before it was her time. I still really don't understand and I know God doesn't expect me to, but I know that he has got one heck of a scrapbooker by his side now and she's up there scrapbookin the heavens!!
Kiss your loved ones daily and live Each Day to the Fullest!!! See the full obituary here: www.the missoulian.comTracy Ozanne Corneil




MISSOULA - Our beloved mother, friend and daughter Tracy, 41, of Missoula passed away early Wednesday morning, April 23, 2008, in the comfort of her home.

Tracy grew up in Butte and lived in Boise, Idaho and Kalispell prior to spending her formative years in Missoula. Tracy married David Corneil. Together they have two sons Connor, 13, and Riley, 10. Being a mom was her greatest accomplishment and joy. Her boys were her world.

Tracy lived life to the fullest, spending time with her family and friends and embraced in her passions. Her favorite things in life included spending time with her "Boys," be it RVin', racin', BBQ'n with friends and of course her businesses; Dave Blooms Furniture and the Scrapbook Hide-Away, where everyday she helped capture and preserve memories. She loved scrapbooking organizing, and photography. Tracy had a value for the things that matter most in life. She was someone you could always count on for a helping hand or a shoulder to lean on. Her generosity and kindness will forever leave imprints on our hearts.


Tracy is survived by her loving husband David; wonderful boys Connor and Riley; her mother, Diane Bloom and stepfather Gary Bloom and their daughter Deborah Murphy of Sun City West, Ariz.; and father Earl Ozanne and stepmother Pam Ozanne of Butte and their sons Ryan and Chris; her sister Dawn Dennis and husband Jeff Dennis and their son Chase Bloom and brother-in-law Michael Bloom; her uncles, Ron Van Vliet, Ernie Smith, Shawn Strozzi, John Huber, Mark Caddell and Paul Ozanne; her aunts, Delone Smith, Janice Huber, Debbie Van Vliet, Kristy Strozzi, Patty McLeod, Mary Chris Sullivan and Kathy Ozanne.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents June Twomey, John Huber, and June and Chris Ozanne.

The family asks that in lieu of flowers any memorial contributions be sent to: Tracy A. Corneil Memorial Fund c/o First Security Bank, PO Box 4506 Missoula, MT 59801. The family is also requesting that a letter is written to the boys with information and memories about their mom. Please send letters to 2328 Wyoming St., Missoula, MT 59801.

There will be a potluck and a celebration of her life from 2 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, April 29, at the Home Arts building in the Western Montana Fairgrounds, 1101 South Ave. Please come and join us to honor Tracy's life and honor her many accomplishments.