Grace Dellinger Buchanan, 95, of Hickory, passed away on Friday, January 17, 2025, at Carolina Caring following a period of declining health.
Grace was born on April 27, 1929 in Mitchell County, a daughter of the late Virgil and Lora Gragg Dellinger. She was a mother and grandmother to many and stranger to none. You could expect to leave her house full if you came by for a visit.
In addition to her parents, Grace is preceded in passing by two sons, Michael Buchanan and Phillip Buchanan, and her siblings, Hugh Dellinger, Ed Dellinger, Ashford Dellinger, Spencer Dellinger, Bill Dellinger, Herbert Dellinger, Roger Dellinger, Bruce Dellinger, Ray Dellinger, Kate Dellinger Greene, Pauline Dellinger, and Margarie Dellinger.
Those left to cherish her memory include a two sons, Dennis Lee Buchanan of Hickory and Mark Anthony Buchanan of Hickory; daughter-in-law, Debbie Buchanan of Connelly Springs; seven grandchildren; seven greatgrandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
A funeral service will be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, at 1:30 PM in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service with Pastor Daniel Buchanan and Minister Anthony Ferguson officiating. Interment will follow at Fellowship Baptist Church Cemetery
The family will receive friends prior to the service on Tuesday from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Carolina Caring at 3975 Robinson Rd., Newton, NC 28658.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory is assisting the Buchanan family.
When reminiscing about Cousin Grace, I have sweet memories of how close our families were growing up. She and my sister Ruth were closer in age and were good buddies.
Grace was such a wonderful cook. One on my fond memories was when Grace and I canned squash together one weekend when I was visiting my brother George.
In the picture, she reminds me so much of my mother, Grace’s Aunt Minnie.
I am grateful for and treasure all the times we spent together.
Love,
Frankie
When reminiscing about Cousin Grace, I have sweet memories of how close our families were growing up. She and my sister Ruth were closer in age and were good buddies.
Grace was such a wonderful cook. One on my fond memories was when Grace and I canned squash together one weekend when I was visiting my brother George.
In the picture, she reminds me so much of my mother, Grace’s Aunt Minnie.
I am grateful for and treasure all the times we spent together. I know the family will miss her, but I know feel she’s gone to a better place
Love,
Frankie
Dennis and Mark, Really wish I could be there, but it is not possible. You all did an amazing job of caring for her. Thank you. Ray loved Grace so much. He often told me about her dressing him up for church, then he jumped in a mud puddle and she switched his legs. Also, that when she was old enough to work, she bought him some red boots and toys. My heart rejoices that they are once again reunited and with other loved ones. What a great day in heaven. I also rejoice in knowing we will see them again. I was blessed to know Grace. Love to you all.