Jerry Franklin McCracken

Jerry Franklin McCracken, 79, passed away on May 22, 2021 at Wake Medical Center in Raleigh. Born on September 19, 1941 in Boone, NC; he was the son of the late F. W. McCracken and Geneva Byrd McCracken and husband of the late Anne Whitaker McCracken.

Jerry was a graduate of NC State University and retired from Philip Morris, Inc. He was a tremendous tennis player and won many tournaments. Jerry and Anne were very active in the HOA for their neighborhood in Chesterfield, VA as well as several community groups and events. Jerry was also a member of the Son’s of the American Revolution.

He is survived by his daughter: Julia E. McCracken (Raleigh, NC) and cousins Judith Byrd Miller and Jackie Byrd (Boone, NC) as well as other family and friends.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his brother Don McCracken, and sister Evelyn Blanton.

Private Services will be held by the family. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions are preferred in his memory to/for your local SPCA.

God saw you getting tired

When a cure was not to be,

So He wrapped His arms around you,

and whispered, "Come unto me".

You didn't deserve what you went through,

and so He gave you rest,

God's garden must be beautiful,

He only takes the best.

So when I saw you sleeping,

So peaceful and free from pain.

I could not wish you to come back,

to suffer that all again.

~ Author Unknown

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