Willard Lea Smith passed away peacefully at her home on September 13, 2018, at the age of 92. She is survived by her four children, Edna Kendrick, Jim Smith, Robert Smith, Steve Smith, 13 grandchildren and 27 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, James B. Nelson and Margaret L. McCoy, and her loving husband, Robert Lloyd Smith. Willard retired from Sears with 25 years of service. She loved Bible study, teaching Sunday School, and various crafts. She will be remembered for her devotion to the Lord and her love for her family and friends. A funeral service will be held on Monday, September 17, at Williams Boulevard Baptist Church, 3000 Williams Boulevard, Kenner LA. Visitation will be held from 10-11AM with a funeral service starting at 11AM. Burial will be held at Lea Cemetery in Liberty MS at 3PM.