Charles Lynn Gragg

CHARLES LYNN GRAGG HICKORY – Charles Lynn Gragg, 89 of Hickory, went home to be with his Lord on February 21, 2017. Born on August 18, 1927, in Caldwell County, he was the son of the late Horace Melton and Vera Moore Gragg. Charles was a veteran of the US Army, member of the Hickory American Legion Post 48, and was a member of Miller’s Lutheran Church. After many years of working for Flowers Auto Parts, he enjoyed spending time restoring old bicycles. Charles was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Dorman Gragg, and sisters Ruby Moore and Charlotte Murphy. Survivors include his loving wife of 66 years, Dorothy Killian Gragg of the home; son, Bruce Moore Gragg and wife Jenie of Newton; grandchildren, Michelle Leigh Gragg of Denver, Jason Lynn Gragg and wife Heather of Hickory; great-grandson, Joshua Lynn Gragg of Hickory; and a number of nieces and nephews. A Graveside Service will be held on Friday, February 24, 2017, at 3 PM at Catawba Memorial Park with Rev. Nelson Weaver officiating. Burial will follow at Catawba Memorial Park. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 1:30-2:30 PM at Catawba Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Miller’s Lutheran Church, 2280 12th Ave. NE, Hickory NC 28601. Military Honors will be presented by Hickory American Legion Post 48. Condolences may be left at www.catawbamemorialprk.com. The Gragg Family is under the care of Catawba Memorial Park, Funerals & Cremations.