Dessie Irene Grigg

Dessie Grigg, 92, of Gatonia, NC, passed away on March 29, 2025, at Morningside Assisted Living, in Gastonia, NC.

She was born on July 13, 1932, in Cleveland County, NC to the late June and Beulah Nance.

In addition to her parents, Dessie is preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Rev. Jerry Grigg, and siblings Clyde, Doris, and Lemuel.

She is survived by her children Rita and husband Darrell, Rhonda and husband Danny, Brent and wife Watha, and Jerry II and wife Kim; 9 grandchildren, 21 great-grandchildren, 13 great-great-grandchildren; and siblings, Hazel and Wister.

Jerry and Dessie Grigg were married on February 17, 1951. Throughout their marriage, they planted numerous churches and ministries in Cleveland County and surrounding areas. They lived their life devoted to God and leave behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. They loved their church members and both worked hard to advance the Kingdom of God.

Jerry and Dessie loved their family, especially the babies. Together, they babysat all the grandbabies, great-grandbabies, and great-great-grandbabies until they were physically unable to do so. The family remains close-knit to this day because of Jerry and Dessie's love and support.

Dessie was a prayer warrior and unashamed to worship the Lord. She used every breath she was able to praise the Lord. It's been 5 years since Jerry passed away and the family is happy to know they are reunited, running, and shouting the streets of gold.

A service to celebrate Dessie's life will be held Sunday April 6, 2025 at 12:00 PM at Trinity Church of the Living God, 119 Kristie Lane Kings Mountain NC, 28086. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church.

Online condolences may be made at www.greenefuneral.com

Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service, 1503 South York Road, Gastonia, NC.