Kayla Edith Smarowsky, 33, of Statesville, N.C., passed away January 13, 2023, at Forsyth Medical Center after an extended illness.

Kayla was born May 16, 1989, in Pottsville, Pa., to the late Albert John Smarowsky Jr. and Catherine Malick Triplett of Statesville. She was a manager in the food service industry.

In addition to her father, Kayla was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents, Albert and Inez Smarowsky; and maternal grandparents Joesph and Susan Misunas.

Survivors include Kayla’s fiancé, Nathan Parsley; two brothers, Michael Kramer and Albert Smarowsky, all of the home; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

Funeral arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Memorials may be given to Iredell County Animal Services, 430 Bristol Drive, Statesville NC 28677.

Chapman Funeral Home is serving the Smarowsky Family.