It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Maria Elena Raya (Charlotte, North Carolina), who passed away on April 24, 2024, at the age of 69, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though Maria Elena has departed this earthly realm, her legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate our lives in the darkest of hours. May her spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

Visitation was held on Saturday, April 27th 2024 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Sharon Memorial Park (5716 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212). A funeral service was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 11:00 AM at the External Service Location (8451 Idlewild Rd, Charlotte, NC 28227). A committal service was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 at 1:00 PM at the Sharon Memorial Park (5716 Monroe Rd, Charlotte, NC 28212).