Raymond Smith Obituary

I found out about Mr. Smiths passing through another retired customs officer. I interacted with him when he worked at customs and just remember him being so helpful and patient. Certainly a mentor/ teacher to so many in the Waterfront community. Love and blessings to your family.

"City" and I met at the College of Charleston in the mid-50s. He was truly a believer in Jesus Christ as his Savior and Lord. His active involvement in our Baptist Student Union meant much to many students. To be greeted by "City" was always to be warmed by his smile and handshake. He served his Savior and God to the very end of his life!

So very sorry that we have lost someone so very special in our Family!He touched many lives in many ways and will be missed!
Love, Wayne ,Dawn, and Ian

How blessed we are that the Lord happened to arrange for Charlene & Ray Smith to be in Bulgaria at the same as time us Texans. Seems that our pathways kept on intersecting for many years. This is because we all were blessed to serve the Lord in our retirement. There will be rejoicing in Heaven as Ray meets up with countless folks from numerous nations who loved him as their pastor in faraway Sofia, Bulgaria. His family can rely on the fact that Ray was wonderfully used by the Lord in a very challenging ministry. He just kept on preaching the Word and loving the people.
Our kindest regards to you, sweet Charlene. May you sense His goodness & mercy following you these days of your life.

Dorothy & George Hayner
Lampasas, Texas
In His Service, here and there

May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76

To my dad, you taught me so much over the years and I could not ask for a better father. I visited with mom yesterday and had coffee with her and I could hear you running to answer the phone with the distinct sound of your slippers on the floor and you saying "I got it". I can hear your voice singing in church. I can hear your laughter. I would watch you in church every single time putting your arm around mom and rubbing her shoulder during service. There are so many more memories that I will always remember. Dad, you are at home with the Lord Jesus Christ. You can breathe freely, no more suffering. I love you with all my heart and soul and we will miss you tremendously. Love you always and forever! Sherri Andrews

My thoughts and prayers are with Charlene, Timmy, Jimmy and Sherry. Raymond was one of the finest people I have ever met. I will always remember his kindness, wisdom and his love for the Lord. He will be truly missed.

Much love and hugs to your family. Rays' favorite saying at work was it's a great day. Remembering him fondly.

Uncle Raymond was so very sweet, pleasant, and kind to all. He made wonderful impressions on everyone and he will be greatly missed. With kindness and love, I wish you God's love and peace.

My deepest sympathy to you Mrs. Charlene and your family. I am so glad I saw the two of you not long ago. Mr. Ray was a great inspiration to all that knew and loved him. He was always a ray of sunshine not matter what was going on. Cherish all of the wonderful memories you both shared over the years. May God Bless you and your family.

Great supervisor, great teacher and great man.

Charlene i wanted to express my appreciation you and pastor Rays service for the Lord. Ray lead many people to know Christ. Love Camie Chisolm

Love you Mrs Charlene and Brenda. My thoughts and prayers are with you all