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Michael Bracey Obituary
SALISBURY - Michael O'Neil Bracey, 58, of Denton, passed away Monday, Aug. 23, 2010, at W.G. "Bill" Hefner VA Medical Center.
Born Sept. 30, 1951, in Catawba County, he was the son of Irene Barnes Bracey and the late Joseph O. Bracey, Jr. of China Grove. Mike graduated from South Rowan High School and the University of N.C. at Charlotte. He was a faithful member and worked with the youth of New Hope United Methodist in Denton.
A member of the U.S. Air Force, Mike served at Koret Air Force base in Thailand as a Security Policeman. He completed his tour at Boiling Air Force Base in Washington, D.C., serving on the U.S. Air Force Honor Guard where he stood guard at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. Mike had a distinguished career and at the time of his retirement in 2003, he was a Supervising U.S. Probation Officer for U.S. District Court, Middle District of N.C. assigned to the Salisbury office.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his wife, Ann Little Bracey; son Kennan O'Neil Bracey of Wilmington; sister Alice Bracey Harris and husband Keith of Pinehurst; and brother Joseph O. Bracey III and wife Lynn of Davidson.
Visitation and Service: Visitation is 10:30-11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove, with the service to begin at 11:30 a.m. conducted by Rev. Jimmy Brackett in the chapel of the funeral home. Interment to follow at Salisbury National Cemetery.
Memorials: May be made to W.G. "Bill" Hefner VA Medical Center Hospice, 1601 Brenner Ave., Salisbury, NC 28144.
Linn-Honeycutt Funeral Home, China Grove, is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.linnhoneycuttfuneralhome.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Bracey
Calder Smoot
August 18, 2022
Still think of Mike and his family.
We still work with Ann on the management of their Beech Mountain home.
Calder, Elaine, John Smoot
August 18, 2020
Hard to believe it has been 10 years. Still clear memories of the ski trips with the BMSEF ski team and trading stories with Mike. We still watch over the Beech Mountain house and think of him when we go over.
Terry Fortson
August 28, 2010
I just learned about the death of Mike. Early on, I was friends with Buddy and knew Mike well also. What a great family! This guy was much too young to leave his family but God truly does have a plan in store for him. God Bless each of you.
August 27, 2010
Ann and Keen- My family and I wanted to tell you that we were so sorry to hear about Mike's passing. Remember that sometimes the sweetest memories shine through the sadness. Our thoughts are with you.
- Christina, Henry & Margie Dicus
Marsha Washam
August 25, 2010
Dear Ann,Keen,Rachel,Phil,Jerry and the Braceys,my heart goes out to you at this time of loss.May God send you a comforting Angel to dry your tears and give you peace.Love Marsha
Susanne Herndon
August 25, 2010
Alice, you and your family are in my prayers. So sorry for you loss.
Renee Craig-Hainor
August 24, 2010
To Anne, Alice, Irene and Buddy..I will be thinking of you in the days and hours to come. Remembering the days of our youth when the whole world and all life had to offer was ahead. What wonderful years we shared with simple family times and laughter. Remembering his smile today with such fond memories. My prayers and thoughts today.
Lee & Lakeanna Bailey
August 24, 2010
The times we shared with Mike at Beech Mountain will always be memorable. What a great guy. We will always remember all those good times. God bless.
Calder, Elaine, and John Smoot
August 24, 2010
Our deepest sympathy. We will always have such fond memories of Mike. Especially the wonderful ski trips. We were all blessed to know him.
Susie Cranford
August 24, 2010
Ann and Keen,
You both have my deepest sympathy. May you find comfort and peace in God at this sad time in your life. Mike was a wonderful husband, father and friend. He was like a second father to Ross and I feel very blessed to have known him. I will always be near if you need me for anything. I love you both. You are both in my thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Susie
Patrick Hawkins
August 24, 2010
Ann and Keen- Susan and I are so sorry for your loss. I will always remember the good times we had up on Beech Mt. especially with Mike. I'll never forget all the time we spent training for psia certification. I will miss him very much.
You guys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Pat Hawkins "Hawk"
Mike Murdock
August 24, 2010
Sorry to hear of Mike's passing. I remember him as a great ski instructor that always had a good time on the slopes, regardless of conditions.
Herman Eagle
August 24, 2010
Ann,
I am so sorry for your loss. I'm sure you know that Mike is in a better place now. I will be thinking of you and your family during this time.
Herman Eagle
Emily Hinesley
August 24, 2010
Ann and Keen,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. He was always such a nice guy and always around all of our school events. I know you guys will miss him a lot but I hope that the good memories that you shared with him will bring you comfort during this difficult time. Please know that you are in the thoughts and prayers of your friends at this time.
Emily Hanes Hinesley
Wendy Thompson
August 24, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. I had the opportunity to work with Michael a short time in the probation office. It was an honor to know him. May God comfort you and your family.
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