Carlton Smith Obituary
We bid farewell to Carlton Smith of Artesia, New Mexico, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 15, 2026 at the age of 83. Carlton touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Alvy Smith and Emma Smith; his son Kevin Lee Smith; his siblings, Alvy, Sonny, Blix, Milton, Cliff and Curly of Angie; his grandson Dakota; and his son-in-law Rick Howes.
He is survived by: his wife Mary Judy Smith; his brother Donald Smith (Royne); his children, Carri Howes, Donnie Smith, Jennifer Coats (Allen) and Chris Barker (Sara); his grandchildren, Heather (Ryne), Megan (Jose), Chelsi, Josh (Kendall), Jacob (Ariel), Jordan (Teryn), Jed, Bailey, Rainie (Jonah), Reba, Brooke, Hannah, Albree and Judah; and his great grandchildren, Gianna, Jase, Maeve, Alexander, Hunter, Ryatt, River, Kenzie, Gael, Kendall, Taylor, Payton, Brandon, Brea and Brantley.
