Frankie Lee Musselwhite Sr., 77, of China Grove, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2020 at Autumn Care of Salisbury.

He was born February 21, 1942 in China Grove, NC to the late Roy Musselwhite and Alma Lee Swink. Frankie graduated from China Grove High School in 1960 and later received an associates degree in electronics. He retired from Phillip Morris and also worked as a real estate investor. In his spare time, he enjoyed playing bluegrass music and was part of many local bands. He also taught himself to speak Spanish, French and German.

In addition to his parents, Frankie was preceded in death by his step-father, Jack Baker; brothers, Jerry Musselwhite and Tommie Musselwhite; and sister-in-law, Mary Etta Musselwhite.

Frankie is survived by his wife of 57 years, Kay Graham Musselwhite; children, Frankie Musselwhite Jr. (Susan Corriher) of China Grove; Rick Musselwhite and wife, Michelle of Salisbury; step-brother, Ralph Baker and wife, Julia of Salisbury; grandchildren, Lauren Musselwhite Horton and husband Jacob; Sarah Musselwhite; Ricky Musselwhite; great-granddaughter, Abigail Horton; sisters-in-law, Jo Anne Perry and Sylvia Graham.

The family will greet friends and relatives on Saturday, February 22, 2020 from 11:00am-12:30pm at Mt. Zion United Church of Christ, 1415 S. Main St. China Grove, NC 28023. A memorial service will begin at 12:30pm following the visitation.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Mt. Zion United Church of Christ, 1415 S. Main St. China Grove, NC 28023.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the Musselwhite family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.