Ms. Carolyn Louise Smiley Obituary in Augusta at W.H. Mays Mortuary

Obituary For Ms. Carolyn Louise Smiley

Ms. Carolyn Louise Smiley entered into rest Thursday, January 20,2022 at Grady Hospital in Atlanta, GA.

She was born January 30, 1941 to Eva Mae Barnes and Anderson Taylor of Augusta, GA. Carolyn was married to the late Ralph Smiley.

A longtime Augusta resident, Ms. Smiley was a retired labor and delivery nurse working over 30 years at St. Joseph Hospital. In her spare time, Carolyn enjoyed spending time with family and friends, shopping, and crossword puzzles. Bus trips to Daytona Beach, FL, and Biloxi, MS, were also a favorite pastime. Ms. Smiley was a mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and a great-great grandmother. She was a faithful member of the Good Hope Missionary Baptist Church where she was a member of the choir.

She was preceded in death by her sister, Frances Earnestine Scott.

In addition to her late husband, Ralph Smiley, she leaves to cherish her memories: her children, Joann (Lewis) Kellam, Patricia Johnson, Ralph (Linda) Smiley Jr., Carl (Gloria) Smiley, and Christopher Smiley; grandchildren, Charmaine (Johnnie) Williams, Dock (Mammie) King Jr., La Chaka Stewart, Shanna (Chris) Carkhum, Sherrell (Marcus) Brown, Ralph J. (Victoria) Smiley, Erica Johnson, Adrianne Smiley, Joseph Kellam, Dana Gaither and Passion Smiley; great-grandchildren, Charles Kellam, Unique Blalock, Chloe Brown, Devonte Thomas, Jasmyn King, Jazell Brown, Kyndall King, and Juels Cummings; a total of five great-great grands; dedicated nieces ad nephew: Janice Jones, Deborah Fallen and Leon Brown.

Carolyn was devoted to family – nieces, nephews, cousins – extended family. Carolyn also cherished her friendships in which she touched so many lives.

Public visitation will be held Friday, January 28, 2022 from 5:00 to 7:00PM at the mortuary. Graveside services will be conducted Saturday, January 29, 2022 at 11:00AM at Southview Cemetery.

All CDC, social distancing, and face covering guidelines will be observed. W.H. Mays Mortuary, 1221 James Brown Boulevard, Augusta, GA 30901 (706)722-6401.

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I just found out about ms Smiley passing. When we met, she was very wonderful with the most welcoming smile. My condolences to Patricia, Dock, Erica and the rest of the family. Stay strong, Sabree

Ms.Carolyn was the grandmother of my cousin Erica but anytime I got to see her she would welcome me saying "hey baby" and give me a warm hug, a plate if she had cooked or some delicious cake! We would sit at the table and talk about everything and I always felt her sincerity in welcoming me. Her heart was so pure and an example of what this world needs now more than ever....unconditional love. My prayers are going up and love being sent to the family and friends of Ms. Carolyn. This beautiful vessel is now resting in peace at Gods right hand and that is amazing. Let's all dare to push past our indifferences, judgement and malice and love as hard and consistent as Ms. Carolyn did.
Love is a choice, Sheena Walker

My condolences and prayer go out to the smiley family in your time of bereavement. Dea Ernest lind

I extend my deepest sympathies to the family and pray that God will comfort you. Rest in sweet peace Carolyn🕊 Mildred Milton Rouse "Sissy"

I have so many fond memories of my Granny. Being curled up next to her on the bus during our summer trips to Daytona, Beach. Christmas Eve where family would gather every year at her house to pass out gifts. Being shushed and handed peppermint at church. And most of all, good conversations or just being in her presence. I will love you always - Tammy

To My Family,
Please know that we are in mourning with each of you. Carolyn was so sweet and caring always checking on all of us when we were in need. Deepest condolences. Well done thy good and faithful servant. Rest in Heavenly Peace.
Janice Chapman-Boyd and Family

RIP auntie

My condolences to Ralph, Lynda and the entire Smiley family. Please know that my prayers and thoughts are with you. May His Holy Spirit continue to strengthen you during this time. Wayman Courtney