Carol A. (Smith) Peterson, lifelong resident of Medford, passed away surrounded by her loving family on Wednesday, April 9th. She was 81. Born in Everett, she was the cherished daughter of the late George and Lillie (Thistle) Smith.

Carol enjoyed going to the beach where she would spend the whole day in the sun. She liked to paint, do ceramics, eat sweets and desserts and cook homemade sauce. Carol’s biggest passion was being a mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She will be missed by all who had the privilege to have met her.

Carol was the beloved wife of the late Stanley L. Peterson. She was the devoted mother of Kristin Glazer and her husband Brendon, Chad Peterson and his wife Stephanie, Lorin Peterson and the late Eric Peterson. She was the loving grandmother of Laken Jewett, Timothy Jewett, Cameron Jewitt, Cole Peterson, Colin Peterson, Ciara Peterson, and Gwendolyn Glazer, and the great grandmother of Julian Jewett.

Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to visit with Carol’s family at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford on Thursday, April 17th from 11 AM to 1 PM, with a celebration of life at 1 PM.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be sent in Carol’s name to the American Cancer Society, 3 Speen St., Suite 250, Framingham, MA 01701

Carol's family invites all to join them at the American Legion, 321 Winthrop St, Medford, MA 02155, after her celebration of life.