James Ray Smith Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Ray Smith of Point Pleasant, West Virginia, born in Leon, West Virginia, whose life came to an end on October 29, 2024 at the age of 94, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Harvey and Mona Beatrice Smith (Russell); and his spouse Ellestine Seretha Hoffman. He is survived by: his brothers, William Henry Smith, Robert Lynn Smith, Sr. and Franklin Johnance Smith; his daughters, Deborah Lynn Martin (Robert) of Grove City, OH and Sherry Rae Pearson (Alan) of Point Pleasant; his grandchildren, Dr. Jason Robert Martin (Jaynie), Dr. Alyssa Kari Martin, Dustin Alan Pearson (Candace) and Britan Rae Pearson Lail; his great grandchildren, Ella Jaynie Martin, Emelyn Ann Martin, Talen Dade Pearson, Caiden Pearson, Crew Pearson and Cross Tegan Lail; and his siblings, Cecil Lester Smith of Point Pleasant and Audrey Frances Clendenin (Charles) of New Richmond, OH. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.