Mrs. Carrie Lauray Carley-Smith, 43, of Royal Oaks, Michigan formerly of Galesburg, Illinois passed away Thursday, July 30, 2020 at her home.
Carrie was born October 26, 1976 in Galesburg the daughter of Jean Carley and Rex Combs. She married Michael J. Smith at Corpus Christi Catholic Church Galesburg on August 30, 2003.
Carrie was the beloved wife of Michael Smith for almost 17 years. She was the loving daughter of Jean Carley including her special Aunt Sherry Carley. And she was also a devoted “dog mom” to Princess and Heath.
Carrie graduated from Galesburg High School in 1994. She received her bachelor’s degree in sociology from Western Illinois University in 1998 and her Master’s Degree in Human Resources & Industrial Relations from the University of Illinois Champagne-Urbana in 2000. Carrie’s career first took her to Cleveland, where she met her future husband, Michael. A short work stint, then took both to Los Angeles, until they moved to the Detroit area in 2001, ultimately settling in Royal Oak, MI.
Beyond her day-to-day work, Carrie loved serving as a mentor to many of those who crossed her path. Outside of work, she was also a consultant with 31 Gifts for ten years and loved it—she threw many parties and especially loved the social aspect. Carrie also loved to travel, especially to the West Coast.
Graveside services are scheduled for August 8, 2020 at 10:30 at Oak Lawn Memorial Gardens with Rev. Tom Smith officiating.
Memorial contributions:
Northern Lights Sled Dog Rescue, www.northernlights.petfinder.com, or
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Pancn.org, are appreciated.
Hinchliff-Pearson-West Funeral Directors and Cremation Service Galesburg Chapel is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be made at www.h-p-w.com
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