Carolyn Ray Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Carolyn Ray of Clinton, North Carolina, who passed away on October 12, 2025 at the age of 79. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

As Carolyn departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Carolyn. Though Carolyn may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Lamerick Smith and Roberta Jackson Smith; and her husband William Ray. She is survived by: her sons, Steven Allen Matthews and Vincent G. Matthews; and her grandson Zachary Matthews (Rima).

A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 16th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the Onslow Memorial Park (3280 Richlands Hwy, Jacksonville, NC 28540).