It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the passing of Carole Elaine Smith, 86, of Olympia, Washington who departed this life on January 18, 2026 from medical complications. She was born August 3, 1939, in Cathlamet, Washington.

She will be remembered for her strength, kindness, faith, sharp intellect, generous spirit, and great sense of humor.

Carole loved gardening, traveling, playing card games, fashion, shopping and antiquing and was an avid reader. She took great pride in decorating the homes she lived in. She made holidays and birthdays for family and friends meaningful and magical.

Above all else, Carole's heart belonged to her family. She is lovingly remembered by her Son, Lonnie Elling, Daughter, Lori McCracken (Dan), Stepson Jack Smith (Tina), Stepdaughter Bonnie Barron, Grandsons; Matthew McCracken, Adam Tishmack, and David Tishmack. She also leaves behind Great granddaughters Lexi Tishmack and Darrian Tishmack, two Great-Great Grandchildren as well as her Stepfather, John Demezas; Nieces Amy Edwards (Trent), Anna Howe (Shawn) and Nephews Allan Fisk Jr., Andrew Fisk (Sara) and their families. Carole had many dear friends and extended family members who will miss her greatly.

Carole was preceded in death by her Husband, David Smith, her mother, Sylivia Demezas, her Brother Dennis Morford, and Sister Susan Fisk.

Services will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2026. 11:00 Graveside Service at Silverton Cemetery. A Celebration of Life will follow at Silverton Elks Lodge from 12:30 to 2:00.