Gary Alexander Hager

February 1, 1949 - December 21, 2019

Gary Alexander Hager (2/1/49-12/21/19) Gary Alexander Hager (70) of Charlotte passed away peacefully at Hospice House of Aldersgate on Saturday, December 21, 2019. He was born February 1, 1949 in Mecklenburg County to the late Nellie Alley Stanley of Cornelius and the late Johnny Alexander Hager, also of Cornelius. Mr. Hager spent the majority of his life working as a foreman in the insulation industry and was proud of his involvement in the region’s history assisting with some of the more iconic buildings in the Charlotte area. Those who knew him well shared fond memories with him deep sea fishing, hunting, enjoying a sunny beach or spending time in the mountains of North Carolina. His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he loved spending time with them, especially during the holiday season. Mr. Hager was preceded in death by his sister, Belinda Hager of Fort Mill, SC; his brother, Eddie Hager of Myrtle Beach, SC and his nephew Reggie Stanley of Clintwood, VA. He is survived by his daughters Melissa Hager of Matthews and Dawn Hager Lucas (Jonathan) of Wesley Chapel; his beloved grandchildren Austyn Lucas of Huntersville, Ethan Freeman of Charlotte, Landon Lucas, Wilson Lucas and Stephen Lucas of Wesley Chapel and his nephews Tony Hunt (Stacey) of Fort Mill, SC; Michael Lane (Beth) of Paducah, KY; Jerry Shane Stanley (Cindy) of Clintwood, VA; Shane Hager of Conway, SC and Chad Hager (Jennifer) of Conway, SC. The family will have a private service honoring his life and memory. Donations in his memory can be made to: Hospice and Palliative Care Charlotte Region/Aldersgate (3211 Bishops Way Ln, Ste. 1000 Charlotte, North Carolina 28215)