Patricia Ann Florey Smith

SMITH Patricia Ann Florey Smith, age 80, passed away on Monday, February 25, 2013. She was born on September 24, 1932 in Longview, Texas to Charles Donald Florey and Margaret Read Florey. Patricia graduated from Longview High School and Kilgore College where she was a member of the famous Kilgore Rangerettes. Patricia lived in the New Orleans and Metairie area for over 55 years. She was a longtime member of St. Augustine's Episcopal Church where she was a member of the choir and a founding member of Upreach 55. Patricia was a Mary Kay beauty consultant who epitomized youthful essence. She was also involved in local theater. Patricia was preceeded in death by her parents; her beloved husband, Derrell Alfred Smith; and her brother, Don Ross Florey. She is survived by her loving sons, Barry Martin Smith and Bruce Alan Smith; her sisters, Charlene Florey Dennis and Estelle Florey Carter; and many nieces and nephews. Patricia was a loving mother, daughter, sister, aunt and friend to all. She was generous to a fault and lit up any room she entered with her engaging smile. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at St. Augustine's Episcopal Church, 3412 Haring Road, Metairie, LA on Friday, March 1, 2013 at 10:00 am. Visitation will be held from 9:00 am until time of service. Interment will take place at Mt. Moriah Baptist Church Cemetery in Bogue Chitto, MS at 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Augustine's Episcopal Church. Condolences may be offered at www.leitzeaganfuneralhome.com