Gary Ray Harmon, age 64 passed away on Thursday April 9, 2026, after a hard-fought battle with several illnesses over the past three years. Through it all Gary showed strength, determination, and love for his family, especially his cherished granddaughter Raya.

Gary was known as an exceptional electrician always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and he took pride in growing a fabulous garden.

He is survived by his loving mother Velma Harmon, one son Kevin Harmon and wife Kara and one daughter Andrea Hatley and husband Kevin and their mother Debra Franklin, two brothers Eric Harmon and wife Alice and David Harmon and fiancé Rhonda and his fiancé Suezette Shelton. He also leaves behind his very special granddaughter Raya Hatley along with Madilyn and Colton Johnson who brought him great joy. Gary is also survived by his nieces Leah Harmon and Christina Isaacs and nephews Phillip and Tyler Harmon and James Greene as well as many extended family members and friends who will deeply miss him.

He was preceded by his father Andy Harmon and special grandparents Cora Jane Harmon and Francis and Della Rae McGuire.

A special thank you to Dr. Earwood, Amorem, his neighbors, Cove Creek Fire Department, Watauga EMS and all the dedicated nurses who cared for him. Pastors Delmar James, David Ward and JB Shelton.

A graveside service will be conducted at 2:00 PM on Tuesday April 14, 2026, at Harmon Cemetery on Ram Drive. Pastor David Ward will officiate. Friends and family are welcome to attend.

Following the service the family can be visited at 186 Hicks Road, Sugar Grove, North Carolina.

In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service, 683 Blowing Rock Road Boone, North Carolina 28607.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.hamptonfuneralnc.com

Hampton Funeral and Cremation Service in charge of the arrangements.