With sadness, VCCCDRA has learned of the passing of Carol Smith, Ventura College retiree. Carol passed on February 5, 2026. She was a Biology Lab Technician and a part-time biology faculty. Carol graduated from Oxnard High School, attended UC Davis, and earned a graduate degree from University of Nebraska, Lincoln.
A memorial service is planned for May 9, at the Poinsettia Pavilion, Ventura, starting at 11:30 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a generous donation to the UCLA Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation or the Community Memorial Hospital (CMH) Foundation (Ventura, CA). UCLA Health and CMH physicians and nurses provided exceptional care and support for Carol during her cancer ordeal.
Retired (February 2015); Dean, Career and Technical Education, Oxnard College (2008-2015); Professor, Business, Oxnard College (1992-2008); Adjunct Professor, Business, Business Information Systems, Moorpark and Ventura Colleges (1976-1992); Intermediate Steno Secretary, Moorpark and Ventura Colleges (1970-1974).