Carmela Smith

November 1, 1927 - September 25, 2018

Carmela A. Smith, 90, passed away surrounded by love on September 25, 2018 at Manor Care Yardley. She was the daughter of the late Madaline (Ferrara) and Pasquale Gesualdi. She was born in Bristol and was the 8th child of 12 children. She attended St. Ann's School and Church and loved every moment growing up in Bristol Borough. During her married life, she lived in Mill Creek and Blue Ridge sections of Levittown and finally settled in Hulmeville for over 30 years. After her husband's passing, she made one more giant step which led her back to her roots in Bristol Borough residing in Grundy Towers for 12 years. She enjoyed cooking but mostly she adored her large family. Carmela was Godmother to many of her nieces and nephews and treated them as if they were her own children. Carmela had many careers over the years including working at Bristol Township School District and lastly at George's Pharmacy in Croydon. Predeceased by her husband of 47 years, Willie (Bill) J. Smith and her son, Stephen J. Smith. She is survived by her grandchildren, Stephen Jr., Michael, and Katie along with their mother Linda (Schank) Smith. She is also survived by one siblings, Vincent Gesualdi of Bristol Township as well as many nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends are invited to attend her visitation on September 29, 2018 from 10am-12pm at Molden Funeral Chapel and Cremation Service, located at 133 Otter St., Bristol, PA 19007. A funeral ceremony will begin at 12pm at the funeral home. Interment will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Bensalem. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the family to go towards funeral expenses. Carmela's favorite color was pink and to honor her the family is asking that everyone attending the services wear just a touch of pink. To post photos, share a memory, or send an online condolence, please visit www.moldenfuneralchapel.com.