Charlotte A. Trace

Charlotte A. Trace, 79, of Mount Vernon, passed away peacefully at her home on March 11, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 24, 1946, in Mount Vernon, Ohio, to Alonzo and Jenevive (Fowls) Freeman, she devoted her life to her family. Her greatest joy was raising her children and later watching her grandchildren grow. She took great pride in being present for their lives and especially cherished attending their sporting events and activities.

Charlotte is survived by her husband, Thomas Trace; her children, TJ (Lindsey Gale) Trace of Marion, OH, Cortney (Dave) Cook of Mount Vernon, OH, Erika Beck of Mount Vernon, OH, and Zak (Adri) Trace of Mount Vernon, OH; grandchildren Savannah Trace, Zane Cook, Loren Edwards, Damian Cook, Zoey Cook, Layne Cook, Isabella Beck, Trace Beck, Abigail Beck, Kendell Beck, Elaina Trace, Hunter Trace, and Addi Trace; great-grandchildren Hayden Edwards and River Cook; and many extended family members. She was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Delores Weisent; and an infant son, Joseph Trace.

Charlotte will be remembered most for her unwavering love and devotion to her family. Her steady presence at the sidelines, her quiet encouragement, and the deep love she poured into her children and grandchildren remain a lasting part of her legacy.