Michael Ray Smith Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Michael Ray Smith (Texarkana, Texas), born in Brookhaven, Mississippi, who passed away on July 15, 2025 at the age of 76. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Michael Ray Smith 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 Michael Ray may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Ray Smith and Lucille Smith of Brookhaven, MS. He is survived by: his wife Desiree Kaye Smith of Morrilton; his son Clay Edwards of Chicago, IL; his grandchildren, Ann Shanebrook Edwards, Enver Shanebrook Edwards, Remy Edwards and Aiden Edwards; his son Jason Tyrone (Suzanne); his siblings, Kathy and Ronnie Morris of Greenwood, MS.; his nieces, Alecia Morris of Greenwood and Andrea Upchurch (Channing) of Carrollton, MS; and his great-nephew Logan Upchurch of Carrollton, MS..
