Gary Ray Bragg, 62, of Layland, West Virginia, died at the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley, West Virginia, on November 19, 2024.
Gary was born in Beckley on October 6, 1962, to the late Charles Adkins and Wanda Bragg. Gary is survived by his wife, Narcia Bragg, and daughter, Amanda Bragg, as well as his sisters, Linda Winllel, Mellisa Claypool, and Ardena Gemmell. Gary was a power plant operator for the Cox Corporation.
Per Gary’s wishes, he was cremated. A memorial service honoring Gary’s life will be held in Beckley on Saturday, May 17, 2025, from 1 pm to 3 pm. The service will be held at 312 S. Fayette Street, Beckley, WV 25801
Elk Funeral & Cremation Service is honored to be assisting Gary’s family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
2001 Pennsylvania Ave, Charleston, WV 25302
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.


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