Laurie Jean Smith Obituary
The family announces the passing of Laurie Jean Smith of Amite, Louisiana on October 15, 2026. Laurie, born on December 4, 1956 in Pensacola, Florida, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Laurie Jean Smith to show support.
Laurie will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around her. Friends and family will honor Laurie by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence she had in their lives. Though Laurie is no longer present, the bonds she created and the experiences shared will endure. Laurie’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew her.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Edward Crenshaw and Elizabeth Annie Crenshaw; her son Jeremy Wayne Long; her brother-in-law Carl Yowell; and her brothers, Paul Anthony Crenshaw, Jake Peter Crenshaw and Ted Lawrence Crenshaw.
She is survived by: her husband Robert Casey; her daughters, Angela Nicole Long and Melody Dawn Grimes; her son-in-law Christopher; and her sisters, Patricia Ann Yowell and Beth Crenshaw Newsom. She is also survived by children, as well as numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren, as well as nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, October 24th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Mt Nebo Baptist Church (64671 LA-1054, Roseland, LA 70456).
