Mary Helen Gonzalez Smith entered peacefully into heaven on Monday, November 25, 2019, surrounded by her son and friends. Devoted wife of the late James E. Smith, Jr. of 55 years. Beloved mother of Jason Francis Smith. Daughter of the late Winnie McCarthy Gonzalez and Samuel Gonzalez. Sister of Ray Gonzalez, Kate Prejean, Calvin Gonzalez, and preceded in death by Warren Gonzalez, Grace Webre, Dolores Kern, Leroy Gonzalez, Dolly Morrel, Samuel Gonzalez, Jr., and Evelyn Le Ray. She is also beloved by numerous nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors.
Age 79, a native of Labadieville, Louisiana and a resident of Gretna, Louisiana. Mary was a homemaker who enjoyed shopping, casinos, traveling, gardening but mostly spending time with friends and family.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend a Funeral Service at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expy., Marrero, LA on Saturday, December 7, 2019 at 2:00 pm. Visitation from 10:00 am until service time. Online condolences available at www.westsideleitzeagan.com