Donald Ray Jernigan Sr. Obituary
We bid farewell to Donald Ray Jernigan Sr. of Raeford, North Carolina, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on July 19, 2025 at the age of 68. Donald Ray touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald Ray Jernigan Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Donald Ray is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Donald Ray's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Nash Jernigan and Inez Jernigan; and his siblings, Barbara Jane Jernigan, Charlie Kinlaw (Janice) and Jerry Jernigan.
He is survived by: his wife Martha Gonzales; his children, Teddy Jernigan (Nina), Kristina Ledezma (Jorge), Walter Cummings (Sherry) and Angel Emanuel; and his siblings, Dale Bryant (James), Robert Jernigan and Kenny Kinlaw (Cynthia). He is also survived by numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A graveside service will be held on Tuesday, July 22nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Rock Grove Baptist Church Cemetery.
