March 5, 1970 – April 5, 2012

Leonard Ray Moon, age 42, of 115 First Avenue, Starr, SC died Thursday, April 5, 2012, at Rainey Hospice House of complications resulting from a hit and run accident which occurred in 1980.  Born in Anderson, he was the son of Henry F. Moon of the residence, and the late Lula Mae Wiles Moon.  

At the time of the accident he was a student at Starr Elementary School, and attended Grace Baptist Church.  

Survivors in addition to his father, include 3 brothers, Wayne Moon (Terri) of Starr; Gerald Moon (Nancy) of Iva; and Edward Moon of Starr; and a sister, Annette Scott of Starr. Ray is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.  He is survived by a very special niece and caregiver raised in the home, Kimberly Goldsmith.  During his many years of incapacitation, Ray was cared for by all members of his loving family.  The family would like to express profound gratitude to all the churches, organizations, and individuals who have provided care for Ray over the many years.

A Funeral Service honoring and celebrating the life of Ray Moon will be held Monday, April 9, 2012, at 2 PM at the Gethsemane Baptist Temple with Rev. Greg Moon officiating.  Interment will be held at the Iva City Cemetery.  The family will be at the residence and will receive friends at The McDougald Funeral Home on Sunday, April 8, 2012, from 6 PM until 8 PM.

Contributions may be made in memory of Ray to Hospice of the Upstate, 1835 Rogers Road, Anderson, SC 29621.

A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com.