Mary Ellen Ranes Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mary Ellen Ranes of Smithfield, North Carolina, who passed away on July 14, 2025, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. 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 Mary Ellen Ranes to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Mary Ellen may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Lenward Earl and Mary Alice Pierce. She is survived by: her husband Ray Ranes; her children, David Ranes (Misty) and Jenny Wright (Mike); her grandchildren, Autumn Park (DJ), Jared Ranes and Emma Ranes; her great grandchild Presley Park; and her sisters, Mildred Harris (Harvey) and Virginia Dickerson.
Visitation was held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Parrish Funeral Home, Inc. (1351 S Pollock St, Selma, NC 27576). A funeral service was held on Saturday, July 19th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
