WILMINGTON — Raymond “Jack” Bragg of Wilmington, North Carolina, passed away on September 15, 2024.
He was born on June 20, 1942 to the late Reginald Jack Bragg and Kathleen Lennon Bragg in Jackson, Tennessee.
He is preceded in death by his wife Myrtle Joyce Brown Bragg, and survived by his two loving daughters, Richelle Bragg Dombroski and husband Ronald of Castle Hayne, and Tina Jo Bragg of Wilmington; and his only grandson Ronald Edward Dombroski Jr. of Castle Hayne.
He is also survived by his devoted sister Peggy Bragg Smith and husband Brian of Wilmington; his two nieces Tamera Ward Galvin and husband Tom of Ridgefield, Connecticut, and Staci Ward Dickens and husband Chris of Wilmington; and three great-nieces and nephews Kathleen Galvin and Tommy Galvin of Ridgefield, and Jayse Dickens of Wilmington.
Jack worked for 30 years at GE in the nuclear fuel division, where he was a trusted friend and mentor to his many colleagues. He also loved to travel, and many of his most treasured memories came from his time exploring the world as a nuclear consultant.
Outside of work, Jack was intently devoted to his community. He was a longtime member of the New Hanover Parks and Recreation Board, leading the board for eight years. Jack was also a committed member of Wesley Memorial United Methodist Church, where he served as an usher.
An Eagle Scout in his youth, in his retirement Jack became a dedicated member of the Boy Scout community. He volunteered at local campgrounds and national and international Jamborees, teaching various Merit Badge skills and positively impacting the lives of countless Boy Scouts. He further served in multiple leadership positions in the Cape Fear Council and he received several awards in recognition of his extraordinary service to local youth.
Jack was also an avid outdoorsman. He loved spending time with his wife and daughters in his western North Carolina cabin, and he could often be found with his grandson Ronald as they went hiking, camping, and exploring in the mountains. A lifelong fisherman, Jack was a committed fishing buddy to his grandson and his great-nephew Jayse.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, please donate to the Special Olympics North Carolina.
