Ray Dean Mccracken

Ray Dean McCracken, 97, of Johnson City passed away Monday, April 7, 2008 at the NHC Healthcare in Johnson City. Mr. McCracken was born August 26, 1910 in Washington County, TN. He was a son of the late Walter and Sallie McCracken. He was also preceded in death by an infant daughter and by three sisters and four brothers. Mr. McCracken was a member of First Christian Church in Johnson City. Mr. McCracken was a carpenter by trade. Survivors include his wife of 68 years, Ruby Little McCracken of the home; one sister, Oma Yelton of Johnson City; and several nieces and nephews. A Special family friend and caregiver, Pat Bolton of Jonesborough. Graveside services for Ray Dean McCracken will be conducted at 1:30 PM Thursday April 10, 2008 from the Monte Vista Memorial Park. Mr. Robbie Phillips of the Harrison Christian Church and Dr. Henry Webb, Ministers will officiate. The family will receive friends at Morris-Baker from 12:30 PM until 1:30 PM on Thursday,prior to the service. Pallbearers will be Gordon Sutton, Howard Hammitt, Joe DeGroat, Lowell Haan, Andy Southerland and David Saylor. Honorary pallbearers will be nephews. For those who wish, memorials may be made to the Appalachian Christian Camp, 512 Cross Circle, Unicoi, TN 37692.