Frances Carlyon Smith Obituary

The passing of Frances Carlyon Smith (Madison Heights, Michigan) occurred on August 29, 2026. Frances, born on October 6, 1940, shared life with family, friends, and community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Frances touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Frances’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Harry Turner and Mary Turner; and her husband Arthur Smith. She is survived by: her children, Michael Smith (Marlo) and Sherry Whitehead (Steve); her grandsons, Brandon Whitehead (Erica) and Nathan Whitehead (Jessica); her sibling Shirley Hoover; and her nieces and nephews, Cheryl Howard, Brenda Klein, Gail Hoffman and Carol Spears.