We are heartbroken to share the passing of Tracey Young, the groundbreaking first-ever female chair of the Manhattanville Bus Depot, whose commitment to TWU Local 100 and our members was unmatched. For two years, Tracey fought a courageous battle with cancer, yet she chose to stand beside us each morning, dedicating her time to our collective fight for better working conditions, fair scheduling, and unity in the workplace. Her passing comes after the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walks on Sunday, 10/20, and 10/27.
"Tracey was family. She showed us what it meant to be tough, but more than that, she showed us what it means to care deeply," said Richie Davis, President of TWU Local 100. "Even when she was fighting her own battles, she was there for every one of us—early in the morning, ready to help, to listen, to lead. Her spirit, her strength, and her love for her union family will never leave us. We’ll honor her by carrying that same fire she brought with her every day."
Read more