Carol Ann Smith, 81, of Franklin passed away Nov. 20, 2023, at her home.
She was born Nov. 3, 1942, at Baltimore, Maryland, and was the daughter of the late James Betton Franklin and Mary Ann Kemp Franklin.
Mrs. Smith had worked as a medical technician at a nursing home, and was an avid crocheter, loved reading and puzzles.
On Jan. 4, 1961, she married Gerald Herbert Smith, Jr., who preceded her in death on Feb. 26, 2019.
Surviving are a son, Kevin Smith (Theresa) of Franklin; a brother, James “Butch” Franklin (Kathy) of Fort Myers, Florida; six grandchildren, Kevin, Jessica, Jennifer, Heather, Courtney and Gerald IV; and 12 great-grandchildren, Ryleigh, McKenzie, Cameron, Eli, Evie, Hunter, Kayla, Kody, Scarlett, Josie, Benjamin and Farrah.
She was also preceded in death by a son, Gerald H. Smith, III.
Her body was cremated. A celebration of life service will be held at a later date.
Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.kimblefuneralhome.com.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Kimble Funeral Home in Franklin.