Carlton Smith's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Artesia, New Mexico

Carlton Smith

December 11, 1942 - January 15, 2026 (83 years old)

Artesia, New Mexico

Carlton Smith's obituary , Passed away on January 15, 2026 in Artesia, New Mexico

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Terpening & Son Mortuary

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Carlton Smith

December 11, 1942 - January 15, 2026 (83 years old)

Artesia, New Mexico

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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.

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Terpening & Son Mortuary



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Jan 19

Visitation

Terpening & Son Mortuary
611 W Grand Ave, Artesia, NM 88210

Tue

Jan 20

Funeral service

Trinity Temple Assembly of God
1507 W Hermosa Dr, Artesia, NM 88210

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