Carolyn Ann Woodlief

Carolyn Ann Woodlief age 73 of Knoxville passed away on Friday November 8, 2019 at the family home after a brave battle with cancer. Born in Bronx, NY, raised in North Carolina, and a longtime resident of Knoxville, TN, Carolyn was a devoted daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend. Carolyn was preceded in death by her husband, James Woodlief; father, Frank Gescak; mother, Pauline Wagoner; brother, Frank Gescak, Jr.; grandson, Everett Woodlief. She is survived by her children, Eric Woodlief (Deonna) and Melanie Duncan (Clyde); grandchild, Dakota Lane; sisters, Beverly Lemons, Rose Thompson (Tommy), and Pamela Rouse; several nephews and nieces. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to PAN Foundation, PO Box 30500. Bethesda, MD 20824 or Paralyzed Veterans of America P.O. Box 758589 Topeka, KS 66675-8589 (who Carolyn was a longtime supporter). The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm on Monday November 11, 2019 in the Trinity Chapel. Funeral service will be at 7:00 pm officiated by Rev. Mark Kitts. Family and friends will assemble for interment at 1:00 pm on Tuesday November 12, 2019 at Grandview Cemetery. Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville. www.smithfuneralandcremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Carolyn Ann Woodlief please visit our Sympathy Store.