Obituary: JOHN THOMAS SMITH
























































John Thomas Smith, 89, of Mayodan, passed away on Friday, March 22, 2024, at Ancora Compassionate Care in Rockingham County.

A 2:00 p.m. graveside service will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024, at Mayodan Municipal Cemetery with military honors. Mr. Smith will lie in repose from 12:00 noon until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Ray Funeral Home for those wishing to pay their respects.

John was born in Rockingham County on December 29, 1934, to the late Nell Smith. He served nine years in the US Army and then went on to work in the tire business. He was a member of Madison Presbyterian Church. John enjoyed many hobbies including hunting, fishing, boating, and especially golfing and long-range rifle shooting. He also loved spending time with his grandchildren.

In addition to his mother, John was preceded in death by his brother, Tony Richardson.

Those left to cherish his memory are his wife, Darlene Davis Smith of the home; his children, Mark Thomas Smith and wife Laura of Rochester, Washington, and Wendy Kay Smith of Mayodan; his sister, Patsy Joyce of Mayodan; five grandchildren, John Smith and wife Sarah, A.J. Rivera, Miranda Rivera, Brain Smith, and Matthew Rivera; three great grandchildren, Ruby Rivera, Westin Smith, and Quinn Smith; and several cousins and golfing buddies.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Ancora Compassionate Care, P.O. Box 281, Wentworth, NC 27375.

Ray Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of John Smith and all are invited to share memories and offer condolences at www.rayfuneralhome.com

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