Troy Louis Smith passed away on Sunday, June 24, 2018 at the age of 44. He was the beloved husband of Shantel Smith. Father of Dominic Smith and Gabriel Smith, as well as step-father of Vayda Wagner and Layla Wagner. Son of the late Linda Smith and Isiah Smith. He is also survived by aunts, uncles, other relatives, and friends.
Troy spent the majority of his adult life in service to his community. He was a civilian contractor with the Department of Defense, a retired New Orleans Police SOD, current instructor and hostage negotiator with Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office, and 1st Lieutenant in the Mississippi State Guard. In addition, he was a Free Mason and alumni of St. Augustine High School.
A Funeral Mass will be held at White Dove Fellowship, 3600 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, on Saturday, June 30, 2018 at 10:00 AM. Visitation will begin at the Church at 7:30 AM. Interment will follow in Mt. Olivet Cemetery in New Orleans. Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral home is in charge of arrangements. Express condolences at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.
