Lewis, Edwin

Edwin “Ray” Lewis of Laurinburg passed away on Wednesday, February 2, 2011 at the age of 71. Ray was born December 6, 1939 in Scotland County, son of the late Pittman and Lena Sanderson Lewis. He was a textile worker retiring from Springs Mills after many years of service. He was an avid sports fan that especially loved the game of baseball and NASCAR racing. Ray was a devoted family man and loved helping others. Ray is survived by his wife of 36 years, Rosa Smith Lewis of their home; sons, Joseph “Joey” Lewis and wife Tammy and Ricky Lewis both of Laurinburg; his daughters, Rayma L. Bowen and husband Doug of Maxton, Debra “Debbie” Chavis and husband Terry of Rockingham, Shelia Goins and husband Lloyd of Laurel Hill; nine grandchildren and twelve great grandchildren. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Fred Lewis and sister, Lena “Joyce” Parker; father and mother-in-law, Johnny and Maggie Smith, brother-in-laws, Bobby Bae Smith and James Smith. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 6, 2011 at the Richard Boles Funeral Service Chapel with burial following at Hillside Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, February 5th at Richard Boles Funeral Service.