Carl Earnest Smith Obituary

We bid farewell to Carl Earnest Smith of Wellington, Kansas, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 29, 2025 at the age of 73. Carl touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

In the sacred silence of farewell, Carl is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Carl's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl Smith and Gwendolyn Smith (Graves); and his siblings, Bill Smith and Mary Nuss. He is survived by: his wife Linda Smith of Wellington, KS; and his children, Shannan Martin (Riki) of Waurika, OK, Dawn McCallie (Shane) of Wichita, KS, Trista Beard (Chris) of Los Angeles, CA and Shawn Beard (Nichole) of Houston, TX. He is also survived by 14 grandchildren; 26 great grandchildren and many beloved family and friends.

In memory of Carl, the family asks that you consider making a memorial donation to the Avenue of Flags, P.O. Box 245, Wellington, Kansas, 67152.