LEWISTON — Carmen R. Smith, 85, of Harrison, died in an automobile accident on May 2, with her daughter Linda LaBonte.

She was born in Lewiston, Aug. 4, 1926, the daughter of Telesphore and Eugenie Charest of Lewiston. She attended Lewiston schools and was the widow of Richard O. Smith.

She worked for many years at the local woolen mills until retirement, after retiring she worked at High Tech Fire Protection.

She loved to travel, spend time with family, and was an avid reader.

Carmen is survived by her son, Gary R. Smith and wife, Brenda; daughters-in-law, Irene Finch and Francis Smith; her beloved grandchildren, Pam Paz and husband, Edward, Scott Smith and wife, Kelly, Richard Smith and wife, Lucille, Eric Smith and companion, Olga; great-grandchildren, Brandon Smith and Bryce Smith, Elli Smith, Katherine and Elizabeth Paz; and sister, Lorraine Dussault and husband, Don.

Carmen was predeceased by her husband, Richard Smith; and son, Daniel Smith.

She will be missed by all.

Online condolences may be made in her memory at www.thefortingroupauburn.com.