Sarah Elizabeth Gragg Obituary
The family announces the passing of Sarah Elizabeth Gragg of Arden, North Carolina on July 28, 2026. Sarah, born on April 7, 1947, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Sarah Elizabeth Gragg to show support.
Sarah will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Sarah by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Sarah is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Sarah’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Thomas L. Gragg and Mary Kathleen Troutman Gragg; her sons-in-law, Joel Stirewalt and Christopher Gillen; and her granddaughter Olivia Corbin.
She is survived by: her children, Leah Stirewalt of Hickory, Erin Benton (Tracy) of Arden and Derek Slack (Leah) of Waterville, Kansas; and her siblings, Stephen Gragg (JoAnn) of Newland and Alice Gragg Archer of Salisbury. She is also survived by seventeen grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Parkinson's Foundation online at http://www.parkinsonsfoundation.org or by mail: Parkinson's Foundation; Attn: Donor Relations; 5757 Waterford District Drive, Suite 310; Miami, FL 33126.
