We are sad to announce that on March 20, 2024, at the age of 90, Jerry Ralph Digh Sr. of Gastonia, North Carolina, born in Gaston, North Carolina passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Ralph Digh Sr. to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Jackson Digh Sr. and Wilma McGuire Digh; his siblings, James J. Digh Jr. and Billie Jean Smith; and his brother-in-law Gene Smith.

He is survived by: his wife Mary "Jo" Fox Digh; his children, Sheila Digh (Eric), Lori Wood (Scott) and Jerry Digh Jr. (Lori); his grandchildren, Tyler, Brooks, Landon (Jerry Jr), Wesley and Emily Erica (Lori); his great grandchild Maddie (Sheila); his sister-in-law Ann; and his close friend Larry Davis.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital at stjude.org or 800-805-5856.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McLean Funeral Directors

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March 30, 2024

Vickie White lit a candle

“Dearest Jo, It is with a very sad heart that I send this message. I just learned of Jerry’s passing this morning. I knew the last time I was there to visit that I would not get to see Jerry again. I know it devastates you. I wish I could have been there to say goodbye to Jerry and have a big hug with you. Know that there are many prayers for you and forJerry, as I know God was waiting to take his hand and welcome his good and faithful servant. I love you. Vickie White”

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McLean Funeral Directors of Gastonia
700 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054

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