NEW SMYRNA BEACH - Carolyn A. (Cozzens) Smith, 79, died on Friday, August 22, 2025, with her family by her side.
She leaves her husband of 58 years, Roger E. Smith; 2 daughters, Christine Marrier and her husband Brian of Dudley, MA, and Susan Jean and her husband Stephen of Oxford, MA; 3 grandchildren, Jacob Marrier, Allison Marrier, and Madeleine Jean; her sister-in-law Alice Daly and her husband David of Sutton, MA. She was preceded in death by her brother Charles C. Cozzens.
She was born in Webster, MA on May 10, 1946, the daughter of Charles C. and Mabel I. (Blanchard) Cozzens. She was a 1963 graduate of Bartlett High School in Webster, MA. She was a life-long learner and had a thirst for knowledge. After she ensured that her children completed their own college education, Carolyn then went back to college herself. She was proud to have earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration from St. Joseph's College, Standish, ME at the age of 51.
Carolyn worked in the Human Resources Department at Hubbard Regional Hospital, Webster, MA and ultimately became the Director of Human Resources. She retired in 1998. Upon her retirement she enjoyed being “Nanny” and lovingly cared for her grandchildren. She often said that her happiest days were spent playing and laughing with her grandchildren. Carlolyn loved the beach and was a “snowbird”, spending her winters in New Smyrna Beach, FL. She moved to Florida in 2020.
Carolyn always put others before herself, never hesitating to go the extra mile. She was a parishioner of Saint Louis Church, Webster, serving as both a Eucharistic Minister and Lector. She was a member and past president of both the Saint Louis League of Catholic Women and the Tuesday Club. She was a member of the Serra Club of Southern Worcester County. In addition, Carolyn was a member of the Fairgreen Garden Club and the Volusia Reads Book Club, both in New Smyrna Beach, FL.
Carolyn loved animals and she had 3 beloved dogs of her own: Tippy, Duffy, and Clancy. She befriended dogs wherever she went and she looked forward to caring for her neighbor’s dogs when needed.
Carolyn had a “can-do” spirit, and once she put her mind to something, nothing stopped her. She enjoyed crafts and she could make anything with her hands. She was an avid reader, an expert gardener, and enjoyed the challenge of the weekly crossword puzzle in the Sunday paper. She never missed her favorite TV show, Jeopardy. She was proud of her original first car, a 1965 Corvair, which she had the opportunity to buy back 30 years later. She enjoyed showing her car at local car shows, winning several trophies. Carolyn enjoyed traveling and she took several cruises and bus trips with her husband and close friends. Her favorite trip was traveling to Ireland and visiting the beautiful land where her family originated from. Carolyn’s greatest joy was the time she spent with her family, especially her 3 grandchildren, whom she cherished.
A calling period will take place on Saturday, September 20, 2025 from 9:00-10:30 AM in Scanlon Funeral Service, 38 East Main Street, Webster, MA. A memorial Mass will follow at 11:00 AM in Saint Louis Church, 14 Lake Street, Webster, MA. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery, Webster, MA. Donations in her memory may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105.