Sharon "Jeannie" Jeannine Ray

Sharon “Jeannie” Jeannine Ray was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, and friend. She left this world too soon on November 12, 2021 at the age of 68.
She was born September 02, 1953 and was a daughter of the late William Luther and the late Miriam Ray. After graduating from high school, she earned a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of South Carolina. In May of 1974, Sharon married Paul Privett. Together, they had two children; Jason & Jenine. In 1982, Sharon enlisted in the United States Air Force. During that time, she earned both a Masters in Hospital Administration and a Master of Nursing in Anesthesia. In 1991, she served during Desert Storm. In 1999, she retired as a Major from the USAF.
Sharon loved spending time with her family, children, and grandchildren. She was a selfless woman who was dedicated to a career of helping others. She was a mother to all. If you knew her, you loved her; if she knew you, she loved you.
Sharon is survived by her children-Jason (Kasey) Privett and Jenine (Mike) Ottaway; grandchildren-Haiydon Netrefa, Jeremy Privett, Jentri Myers, and Jarrett Ottaway; sisters-Jacquelyn Ray, Jane Ray, and Jill (Jimmy) Schreiber, Cordiana “Dee Dee” Saportio; brother, John (Cindy) Hodges; a special uncle and aunt; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In addition to her parents, Sharon was predeceased by her stepfather, John Hodges, and a sister Joannie Ray.
A celebration of her life will take place November 20, 2021, at Corinth Christian Church in Loganville, Georgia. Visitation will be at 1:00 PM, and a memorial service will follow at 2:00 PM.
A Graveside Service will be held, November 21, 2021, at 2:00 PM, in the Whitmire Cemetery in Whitmire, South Carolina.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Corinth Christian Church, 1635 Highway 81, Loganville, GA 30052.

Gray Funeral Home of Whitmire