Robert Michael Reulet
December 9, 2011Louisiana’s seniors increase in numbers and employment
December 13, 2011Mary Kathryn “Kathy” Champagne Smiley, 70, a native and resident of Franklin, La., died at 1:45 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2011.
Ms. Smiley was a loving daughter, sister, mother and grandmother. She was a longtime teacher and debate coach at Hanson Memorial School. She enjoyed gardening in her spare time.
She is survived by her children, Sarah Hutchinson, Jason Smiley and Susannah Conn; mother, Winnie Champagne; sister, Christine Francl; and three grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her father, Lee Champagne Sr.; and brother, Lee Champagne Jr. (Ibert’s)