Benjamin Garry Overcash, 86, of Statesville, N.C., lost his valiant battle with Basal Cell Carcinoma, and its complications, on Monday, January 23, 2023.

Garry was born in Iredell County to the late Howard Benjamin Overcash and Margaret Beaver Overcash. He graduated from Statesville Senior High School in 1954. While in high school, Garry joined the Air National Guard. He was honorably discharged upon graduation and then enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. After his military service, he worked for Martin/Campbell grading company, Johnson Construction Company as grading supervisor, and then retired from G.L. Wilson as grading superintendent.

Garry married Margie Elaine Barkley on August 31, 1958, and they shared 64 wonderful years together prior to his death. He and Margie enjoyed taking their boat to their home on Emerald Isle, N.C., and ocean fishing. He truly loved the beach. They found joy in doing things together, and with their daughters and grandchildren. Garry was a NASCAR fan and attended numerous races. In April 1989, he and Margie became members of the USCGT Auxiliary. They liked doing safety patrols on Lake Norman and were still members of the Auxiliary after more than 33 years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Keisha L. Macemore; his brother, Stephen W. Overcash; and his sister, Johann Overcash Fox.

Surviving Garry is the love of his life, Margie; his three daughters, Kelly M. Overcash, Connie O. Coover, and Ginger O. Bennett (Robert); and grandchildren, David J. Bennett (Alicia), Kevin J. Overcash (Emily), Jessica B. Stebritz (Andy), Nicholas R. Coover and Tyler T. Robinson. Also surviving are his two precious great grandchildren, Seth A. Bennett and Lily E. Bennett. He is further survived by his brother, H. Michael “Mike” Overcash (Linda); a brother-in-law W. C. “Sonny” Barkley (Frances); and several special nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be from 3 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, January 28, 2023, at Abilene Church of Christ in Statesville, where Garry was a lifelong member. Following the visitation, a memorial service will be conducted at 4 p.m. with full military honors. Online condolences may be made at www.troutmanfuneralhome.com.

Special Thank You to Iredell Home Health and Gordon Hospice House. In lieu of flowers, Memorials could be sent to Gordon Hospice House, 2341 Simonton Road, Statesville, NC 28625.

Troutman Funeral Home is serving the family.