Lonnie Walter McCracken

Lonnie W. McCracken 83, of Cascara Community, Salem, WV passed away on Sunday February 23, 2025 at home with family around him, after an extended illness. He was born on September 9, 1941 in Utica, MO, a son of the late Arlee B Hammonds and spouse Roady and Lawrence W. McCracken.

Lonnie is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Carole Rose McCracken.

Lonnie graduated from Victory High School and retired from Overnite Trucking with 25 years of service. Lonnie had many interests outside of work. In his younger days he enjoyed playing in local country bands with Jim Bunch and Jim Knight. He loved wood working and being in the great outdoors, spending time with his animals. When he retired, he opened a store, Black Bear Variety. He and his brother, Larry, spent many hours reminiscing on the front porch between customers.

Lonnie is survived by his daughter, Bridgitte Robey and husband Mark of Glenn Falls; six grandchildren: Joshua Robey, Nick (Miranda) Robey, Tabitha Robey, Jamie McCracken, Erica Doll and Brandon Doll; three great-grandchildren: Riley Robey, Kirra Robey, and Indigo Robey; brother, Larry McCracken of Adamston; half-brother, Jerry McCracken of Oak Hill; half-sisters: Penny McCracken and Connie McCracken; several nieces and nephews.

In addition to his wife and parents, Lonnie is preceded in death by one son, Lonnie Aaron McCracken.

The family would like to extend a “thank you” to the hospice nurses, Lila and Keara. A special “Thank you” goes to retired nurse Linda Wiseman for her love and support.

Family and friends will be received at the Davis Funeral Home on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 from 4:00-7:00PM. Funeral services will be held in the chapel of Davis Funeral Home on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at 11:00AM with Reverend Bryant Bailey presiding. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Cemetery. Online condolences can be made at www.davisfuneralhomewv.com. Davis Funeral Home is honored to serve the McCracken family.

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