Sylvia "Sis" Gonzales Smith

Sylvia “Sis” Gonzales Smith passed away on Saturday, June 20, 2026 at the age of 94. Beloved wife of the late William “Bill” R. Smith Jr. for 55 years. Mother of Sylvia “Angel” Smith Dauenhauer (Jim) and Perry E. Smith. Daughter of the late Marie and Almon Gonzales. Sister of the late Earline Fayard. Grandmother of Erik Dauenhauer (Lisa), Courtney Brook Smith, Jason P. Smith (Rachel) and the late James Dauenhauer, Jr. Great grandmother of Anabella Canales, Angela Dauenhauer, Alexander Canales, Erik Dauenhauer, Jr., and Mark Dauenhauer. Also survived by her loving canine companion, Sugar. She loved being with her grandchildren and great grandchildren, was an avid Saints fan, and loved fishing. She was a lifelong resident of Harvey, Louisiana. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to the Funeral Mass in the chapel of Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expwy., Harvey, Louisiana on Wednesday, July 8, 2026 at 11am. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, from 9am until 11am. Interment, Westlawn Memorial Park Cemetery, Gretna, LA. Family and friends can view and sign the online guest book at www.mothefunerals.com.