Eva Akers Gragg, 84 of Scott Depot, formerly of South Charleston, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her loving children Saturday, February 5, 2011.
She was the daughter of the late Charlie and Virgie Akers of Alum Creek. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Ray Gragg on February 5, 1984, six siblings, and one great grandchild.
She is survived by one sister Alberta Haga, of Sophia, West Virginia and one brother, Adair Akers of South Charleston.
Also surviving are her children, Jayne Lively Williams and husband, Chambers of Murfreesboro, TN, Robert “Bob” Gragg and wife, Susie of South Charleston, Joyce Pratt Jordan and husband, Joey of Cross Lanes, Ralph Gragg and wife, Debbie of South Charleston, Russell Gragg and wife, Kimberlee, of Boone, North Carolina, Richard Gragg and wife, Robin of Scott Depot, 21 grandchildren, 20 great grandchildren, and special “adopted” son Steve Pauley and wife Rosie of Scott Depot.
She worked many jobs for many years to see that her children were provided for. In her legacy of raising her children, her goodness and wisdom will live on in a love that will always be with us. Her Christian heart was always our guidebook to heaven.
She loved her flower gardens, especially her beautiful, beautiful roses of many colors. She was a very special lady and will be missed by all who knew her. Thank God her soul is resting, thank God for all who loved her, praise God who loved her best.
The family wishes to thank Dr. Ashish Sheth and his staff for their compassionate care of mom over the past ten years, Dr. Haffar and Teresa, Dr. Jogenpally, and the staff on 3rd floor of Thomas Memorial Hospital Medical Pavillion. They treated mom with the kindness, dignity and respect she deserved. Our sincere appreciation to all who visited, called and sent cards and flowers.
We would also like to extend out thanks to everyone at Hospice Home Care, Curry Funeral Home, Graceland Memorial Park for their kindness, understanding and assistance.
Services will be 11:00 AM Tuesday, February 8 2011 at Curry Funeral Home 2097 Childress Road Alum Creek with Russell Gragg officiating. Visitation will be 6 to 9 pm Monday at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Graceland Memorial Park South Charleston. A gathering of family and friends will take place at the home of Ralph and Debbie Gragg following the burial.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggest contributions be made to Hospice Care, 1606 Kanawha Blvd. West, Charleston, WV, 25312-2536.