Carlton “Tacker” Smith Jr. passed away peacefully on Tuesday August 6, 2019.
Tacker was born in 1938 to the late Edna M. (Jones) and Carlton C. Smith Sr.
Tacker began his career as a plumber at Joseph Frederick & Sons and then worked for I.D Griffith Company until he retired in 2001. He was a member of the Plumbers and Pipefitters Union Local 74 and the Unity Lodge #32. Tacker also served in the United States Army. He enjoyed spending time with his family (especially his granddaughters), watching Nascar races, country music and working with his hands.
Tacker is survived by his children Karen Kozlowski (Michael) of Landenberg, PA, Lisa Smith (Jeffrey) of Bear, DE, Casey Cook (Justin) of Norristown, PA, Brian Smith of San Diego, CA and his beloved granddaughters Emma E. and Erin M. Kozlowski. He was preceded in death by his daughter Brenda Smith.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests contributions to Friends of the Mounted Patrol (NCC Police Unit) at Carousel Park, 3700 Limestone Rd. Wilmington DE 19808.
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