Mrs. Carolyn Smith-Little

Carolyn Little was born to Grinell Bell and Mary B. Smith in February 1961. She is a woman so special that her birthday was celebrated twice a year. Mrs. Redd grew up on “Redline” in Meridian, MS, but spent a portion of her childhood with her grandmother in Bailey, MS. Carolyn attended West Hills Elementary, Northwest High School, and West Lauderdale High. Mrs. Redd was popular and fierce in everything she did. She played softball and basketball and was a force to be reckoned with on the court and on the field. She attended Moore Career College and became a licensed cosmetologist. Carolyn loved to serve others. From an early age, styling hair was one of the ways she chose to serve those in her community. Mrs. Redd was also known for her soulful cooking that touched the souls and bellies of many. Mrs. Redd had many hardships in life, but, by the grace of God, she faced and overcame them all. Her greatest accomplishment was birthing five beautiful little girls. She worked hard to provide for and to nurture them. As a single mom, she understood that knowing Jesus was the only was the only way to protect and effectively raise them. From childhood, Carolyn was introduced to the Christian faith by her grandmother. Carolyn committed her life to Jesus and lived her life inspiring her daughters and many others to do the same. She was the best mom and grandmother anyone could ever ask for. Long after her girls left the nest, Mrs. Redd reconnected with a friend from early adulthood and they got married. She was a wonderful and devoted wife. They opened a restaurant called “Mama Dee’s” and her service to the community continued. Carolyn loved hard and took care of many people. She welcomed many family members, neighbors, and friends into her home. She was many things to many people. Carolyn was always kind, giving, and had a heart of gold. Her entire life was her ministry. If only a fourth of the people of Earth had a heart like hers, we’d be in better times. Like a poetic work of art, her life’s work began and finished in a city full of people she loved and poured herself out for. Her life and legacy will be cherished and remembered for generations to come. Cherishing her memories: a loving husband, Mr. Alason Little; five daughters: Latoya (Christopher) McGee, Lakeisha (Emmanuel) Hayes, Tyeisha Smith, Camora (Norris) Mosley, and Jatara Smith; three brothers: Willy Bell, Larry Smith, and Junior Ray Burrage; four sisters: Mary Smith, Sarah (James) Jones, Rachelle (Roger) Sanders and Daphine Bell; five grandchildren: Marcus Matthews, Tylan Hayes, Charleigh McGee, Norris Mosley II, and Camden Mosley; one goddaughter, Angela Conley; one godson, Stacey Williams; and two god grandchildren: Audriana and Xevier Conley; one sister, Georgia Ann Smith; one brother, O.E. Smith; and one grand godson, Randarious Martin preceded her in death.

Mrs. Carolyn Smith-Little

July 16, 1961 - January 3, 2023