Tonia LaJoy Smith, known by many as "Tona", passed away September 2, 2021 at the age of 52. Tonia was born October 9, 1968 in Houston, Texas to Charles and Clarice Collins. Tonia was preceded in death by her brother Donald, mother Clarice, and sister Tammy.
In high school Tonia was asked to fill in for the Kids Pastor one morning. This is where God revealed His calling upon her life. For thirty-five years Tonia shared the love and light of Jesus and lead many children and their families to the Lord. Sixteen of those years were spent as the Children's Pastor at Faithbridge Church. Along with being a Kids Pastor, Tonia served as a Crossing Guard for the Deer Park Police Department and delivered for Meals on Wheels.
Tonia married the love of her life, Chad, on August 25, 1989. She was not only a devoted wife, but dedicated mother to Jessica, Chase, and to all those she claimed as her own kids! She loved WITHOUT LIMITS.
Tonia is survived by husband Chad Smith, daughter Jessica Smith, sons Chase Smith and Travis Baker and fiancé Geneva Flores; God children Devon and Erin VanSelous, Jonathan and Jordan Alexander, Brandon Swink and Abigail Large; her father Charles Collins, sister Terri Collins, brother Rex and Ellen Collins; father-in-law Rev. Douglas and Barbra Smith, brother-in-law Chris and Brandi Smith, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you please donate to BGMC. You may make any donations through Faithbridge Church. You may also text: FaithBC to 73256 to make a donation.
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