Dewey Ray Smith Obituary
We announce the death of Dewey Ray Smith of Jamestown, North Carolina, who passed away on June 29, 2026, at the age of 78. Dewey will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Dewey Ray Smith to pay them a last tribute.
Dewey will be remembered for the impact he had on the lives of those around him. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Dewey will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture his life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Dewey’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued his companionship.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ralph Van Smith and Eura Maybelle Beddingfield Smith; his wife Katherine L. Smith; and his stepdaughter Elizabeth Matthews. He is survived by: his stepchildren, Tammy W. Blackburn (Bob), Jesse Watford III and Keith Watford; and his siblings, Patricia S. Faggart (William), Jerry P. Smith (Carol), Jimmy L. Smith and R. J. Smith (Vicki). He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.
