Carolyn J. Smith

Carolyn J. Smith, age 84, of Sandusky, passed away Saturday afternoon December 7, 2024, at the Commons of Providence, Sandusky, following a brief illness.

She was born August 16, 1940, in Sandusky, to James and Evelyn (Hire) Ryan. She was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Sandusky, and graduated from Margaretta High School.  

Carolyn received her nursing degree from Sandusky School of Practical Nursing and was a nurse for Providence Hospital for 29 years, then retiring from Firelands Regional Medical Center after five years. She enjoyed cake decorating, crafts, counted cross stitch, and walking. Carolyn was a loyal fan of the Cleveland Indians and loved spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She also loved watching all their sporting and school events. 

She is survived by her daughter Tamara (Bruce) Holmer; three sons Thomas Smith, Chuck (Ellen) Smith, and Joseph Smith; grandson Joshua (Christina) Holmer; ten granddaughters Heather (Andrew) Kuns, Brook Holmer, Kelsey Holmer, Mallory Smith, Kylie Smith, Charlie Smith, Helen Smith, Samantha Smith, Kathryn Smith, and Chanel (Michael) Crees; five great-great grandchildren Layla Kuns, Willow Kuns, Mackenzie Holmer, Amelia Crees, and Niko Crees; sister Martha Ryan; brother Dennis (Elaine) Ryan; and many nieces and nephews.

Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband Thomas Smith; parents James and Evelyn (Hire) Ryan; sisters Sheila Fry and Patricia Christie; and two stepbrothers Amos and Roger Eastman.

Friends may call from 11 AM until time of services at 12 Noon, Wednesday December 11, 2024, at Ransom Funeral & Cremation Service, 610 S. Washington St., Castalia.  Burial will be in Calvary Cemetery. 

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Stein Hospice Services (https://p2p.onecause.com/hwrgift/donate) and to the Alzheimer’s Association (https://www.alz.org/).  Online condolences may be shared with the family by visiting www.ransomfuneralhome.com  

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