Ray Wayne Smith

Ray Wayne Smith, 77 of Eutawville, South Carolina, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022, at his residence.

Born on April 24, 1945 in Orangeburg, South Carolina, Ray was a Son of the late Cherrie Watkins Smith and William Smith.

Ray enjoyed being outdoors and spending time at the lake.  He was an avid Gamecock fan.  Ray served with the Eutawville Volunteer Fire Department for over 50 years.  He was a member of the Eutawville United Methodist Church.

Ray is survived by his wife, Martha Ann Smith; sisters, Luana Singletary (Daniel) and Billie Joy Meinders. Also surviving are numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Ray was also survived by his furry companions, Tilly and Whisper.

 Ray is preceded in death by his parents, a sister, Bonnie Risher and a brother-in-law, Mark Meinders.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, September 29, 2022 from 11AM-12PM at Eutawville United Methodist Church. Services will follow at 12PM in the church.  Interment to follow at Eutawville Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Eutawville Cemetery, PO Box 5, Eutawville, SC, 29048 or Eutawville Fire Department, PO Box 911, Eutawville, SC, 29048.

Expressions of sympathy may be viewed or submitted online at avingerfh.com/.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Avinger Funeral Home, 2274 Eutaw Rd, Holly Hill, SC 29059.