Paula Malia Smith-Ray Obituary
In loving memory of Paula Malia Smith-Ray (Kannapolis, North Carolina), who departed this world on January 24, 2025 at the age of 69. Paula Malia leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the vast expanse of eternity, Paula Malia shall find rest, cradled in the arms of everlasting peace. And as we bid Paula Malia farewell, her loved ones carry with them the precious gift of her memory, a beacon of hope guiding them through the shadows of sorrow towards the light of a new dawn.
She was predeceased by: her father Paul F. Smith; and her sister Lori L. James. She is survived by: her mother Carolyn M. Smith; her son Paul "PJ" Jones (Amanda) of Rutherfordton, NC; her sister Cheryl M. Smith of Boone, NC; her daughter Miranda Ray (Story) of Hendersonville, NC; her granddaughter Phoebe Taylor of Arden, NC; her nephew Chris James (Brittany) of Wilmington, NC; her niece Mandi Hill of Kannapolis, NC; and her pet Chaquita. She is also survived by 3 great-nephews, 2 great-nieces.
