Dean McCracken

September 11, 1950 - July 15, 2019

Dean McCracken, 68, of Damascus, VA passed away on Monday, July 15, 2019 at his residence. He was born on September 11, 1950, a son of the late Emory and Mae McCracken. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by four sisters, Nancy Counts, Mildred Bunn, Shirley Rivera, and Judy Zaverick; and one brother, Jim McCracken. He was a life long resident of Washington County, VA and had worked at Duncan's Apple Orchard in Chilhowie, VA, American Furniture Company, and farming. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and playing cards. Dean was a member of Wright's Chapel United Methodist Church in Damascus, VA. He is survived by one son, Chris McCracken and his wife, Jennifer; two grandchildren, Kailyn McCracken and Ethan McCracken; four sisters, Nell Latture, Dixie Carrier and her husband, Phil, Eleanor Parker, and Jane Atkins; one brother, John McCracken; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 1:00 pm until 2:00 pm Monday, July 22, 2019 at First Baptist Church in Damascus, VA. A memorial service will follow at 2:00 pm Monday at First Baptist Church with Pastor Greg Alderman and Pastor David Matlock officiating. Condolences for the family may be sent and viewed by visiting www.garrettfuneralhome.com. Mr. McCracken and his family are in the care of Garrett Funeral Home, 203 N. Shady Ave., Damascus, VA 24236; ph.#: (276) 475-3631.