Patricia "Patsy" Elaine Ratliff Smith

The following obituary is shared as a courtesy to the local family and friends of Mrs. Smith. On behalf of MRC Funeral Home, we extend our condolences. For directions, or online floral orders, please visit www.hartsellfuneralhomes.com. 

Patricia “Patsy” Smith, 80, passed away peacefully at her home on February 27, 2026. Born on March 15, 1945, in Florence, SC to Charlies Ross Ratliff, Sr and Miriam Stroud Ratliff. Patsy was raised in Chesterfield, SC and lived a life devoted to faith, family, music and compassionate service.

Patsy answered a true calling in her work as a nurse. Throughout her career she cared for her patients with gentleness, dignity, and unwavering dedication. Her steady presence and kind heart brought comfort to many during their most vulnerable moments.

Her faith was the foundation of her life. A longtime and faithful member of Locust Presbyterian Church, Patsy joyfully served by playing the piano for worship services. Through her music, she lifted spirits, inspired praise and touched countless hearts. Whether at church, at work, or at home, she lived out her faith through acts of love and service.

Above all, Patsy cherished her family. She is survived by her devoted husband, Lamar Smith, her son Channing Smith, her brother Charlie Ross Ratliff, Jr., her grandchildren Thomas Cory Adams and Carly Jewel Morgan and great-granddaughter McKinley Jewel Morgan. She was preceded in death by her beloved daughter Ginger Gulledge.

Patsy will be remembered for her warm smile, gentle strength, servant’s heart and steadfast faith. Her legacy of love, compassion and devotion will continue through the lives of those she so deeply touched.

A funeral service celebrating Patsy’s life will be held at Locust Presbyterian Church, 607 West Main Street, Locust on Friday March 6th at 12:00 p.m.. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:15 to 11:45 a.m..

Donations may be made to Locust Presbyterian Church, PO Box 277, Locust, NC 28097.

Hartsell Funeral Home of Midland is serving the Smith family.