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Shula Smith

1936 - 2010

BORN

1936

DIED

2010

Shula Smith Obituary

Shula Faye Cooley Smith, ninth child born to Troy Calvin and Ethel Inez Cooley on September 20, 1936, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 27, 2010 at her home in Monroe, Louisiana after a brief illness.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles O'Neal Smith.
She is survived by their children: Robert Lawayne and Candy Smith, Robby Dale Smith, Kenny and Joni Smith and Shell and Missy Smith Osbon; grandchildren: Tiffany Cuevas, Neal Smith, S.J. Osbon, Joey Smith, Summer Osbon, Jesse Smith and Troy Luke Smith; great-grandchildren: Taylor and James Cuevas; one brother, one sister, two sisters-in-law, many nieces, nephews and friends.
Services will be held at the United Pentecostal Church of Berrydale, FL with Visitation on Friday, July 30th from 7 to 9 pm and the Celebration Service on Saturday, July 31st at 4 pm officiated by Rev. Shell Osbon.
In memory of Shula Faye (Nana) Smith, we all say, "Toodle-loo!" Burial will follow at church cemetery.
JAY FUNERAL HOME is in charge of arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by the Pensacola News Journal on Jul. 30, 2010.

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Nana telling Summer Joy, "You are soooo beatiful" for about the 100th time while in ICU. She truly had a glimpse of heaven and was at peace!

Missy Osbon

August 14, 2010

Nana & Jesse...Nana had such a peace about her after dying 5 times on July 7th. This picture was taken on Day 7 of her 20 day stay in the hospital.

Missy Osbon

August 9, 2010

Karen, Marius and Rachel Rogneby

August 7, 2010

Heaven is rejoicing to welcome a new resident, and she is no doubt dancing around the throne of God. We do not sorrow as those who have no hope, because eternity is real and we will meet our loved ones that have gone before. Grace and peace to you and your family during this time.

Charles O'Neal & Shula Smith Family - 2010

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Sunset at the Cemetary on the day of Nana's Funeral - Saturday, July 31, 2010

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana & Joey - Having Fun!

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana, Robby, Kenny & Missy

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana - Saying Hi to Neal....she was fighting the fight!

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana - Just a few days for passing! She tried hard to get better! She was a strong lady!

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana's Surprise 70th Birthday in 2006

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana & Her Children (Lawayne, Robby, Kenny & Missy)

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Celebrating Nana's Birthday

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Nana Celebrating Her Birthday a couple of years ago!

Missy Osbon

August 7, 2010

Mike and Linda Parker

August 7, 2010

Missy, we are so sorry for the loss of your mother. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you. Our love and prayers are with you at this time.

Teresa Peak Huelsbeck

August 6, 2010

Missy and Family,
So sorry for your loss. I know Shula will be missed by all. Your mom and dad were wonderful people.
Prayers being sent your way,
Teresa Peak Huelsbeck

kim pearce

August 6, 2010

dear missy- cissy and i have known your family since i was 12 years old and cissy was 1. that would be 40 years now. even though we don't get to see any of you very often, we think of all of you as our own family. when we see or talk to any of you it is like we were never apart. we can just pick up right where we left off. your mom and my mom were good friends for a long time. i can only imagine what that reunion will be like in heaven. both of them trying to talk at the same time. it makes me laugh to think about it. i am so sorry that we did not make it to the funeral. you all were on my mind and in my prayers all weekend. we love you all so much and hope that we can see each other more often in the future than we have in the past. love. kim.

Cindy Bell

August 6, 2010

Dear Missy and Family,
Praying that the Lord our God will comfort you with His supernatural comfort that penetrates deep into your innermost being. I know that you will miss your sweet mother while at the same time knowing that she is basking in the glory of her Lord and Savior.
Much Love To You,
Cindy Bell

August 6, 2010

Missy and Pastor Shell, I am so sorry for your lost. I know how you feel. It is so sad to lose your mom but then again you know they are in a far better place. Please know I love you very much and I have been praying for you and your family. Love you, Billie Berry..

deborah branham

August 6, 2010

Missy/family, please accept my warmest heartfelt condolence at the loss of your mom. She is resting and her appointment with Jesus took presidence over our desires to keep our loved ones close by. May God's perfect peace reign and be overshadow you during the days to come! Deborah

LaLaine

August 6, 2010

I am so glad I was there to help the family in the final days. When Aunt Shula asked why I wasn't there I knew that was were I belong. She will be missed so.

Shell Osbon

August 6, 2010

What an honor it has been, for the past 24 years, to be a part of this wonderful family. Shula Faye was truly a "one-of-a-kind" lady, wife, mother and mother-in-law who will be greatly missed by everyone who had the privilege of knowing her. Tootle loo, Nana, we love you!

Deena Thomas

August 6, 2010

Missy,
I have said many prayers for your Mom and now I celebrate her home going with you. You will miss her but for a little while and then you shall be together again. Blessings and Love to you my friend.

Joe Wilmoth

August 6, 2010

Our prayers are with you.
Joe and Zelda

Missy Osbon

August 6, 2010

In loving memory of my sweet mother, Shula Faye Cooley Smith, I send this candle. We shared so many things throughout my life, but my most proud memory is that you, daddy & I have shared our Birthday on Sept 20. I know you & Daddy are together now forever and will celebrate our birthday this year in the Presence of our Lord! I love you so very much & miss you both terribly....but I will see you again and we will celebrate for all eternity! Love Your Birthday Gift....Melisa Faye Smith Osbon

Leo & Debbie Blankenship

August 2, 2010

What an awesome funeral Shula had. The comments made by family members were priceless. It was indeed a celebration of a life well lived.

Kay Blackmon-Kelly

July 31, 2010

So sorry for your loss. We have many wonderful memories of your family. You are in our prayers.

July 30, 2010

Sorry we can't be there to support you during this time but our thoughts and prayers are with you. We love you guys.
Bo and Phyllis McPherson

Leo & Debbie Blankenship

July 29, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

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