Birth date: Mar 4, 1938 Death date: Apr 21, 2015
Lane Allison Ford Smart passed away at her Covington home on Tuesday, April 21, 2015 at the age of 77. Born on March 4, 1938 in New Orleans to Beatricia and Homer Lane Ford. Upon graduating from Fortier High School she went on to Read Obituary
Mrs. Smart was a wonderful person. She always treated me like family. She will be greatly missed.
I was truly saddened to learn of Laney’s passing. We were best friends in 7th and 8th grades at Lafayette School and shared lots of good times. We lost touch in high school, but I had hoped to reconnect with Laney at Fortier High’s reunion this month for the class of 1955. Unfortunately, that was not to be.
Please accept my heartfelt condolences to family and friends. May cherished memories and the assurance that she is in her heavenly home be of comfort to all.
Tess Lansing Schutte
Fortier High School ‘55
I only knew a little of Lane through what Ellen shared but, know she must have been wonderful to have had such a precious daughter! I know she will be dearly missed but rejoice with you all in knowing that she is with Jesus and that you will all see her again one day! So thankful for her and the contributions she made to the HUGE heart of my dear friend Ellen! Praying for you all this week!
Wonderful woman! Her and Bill always made me feel at home when I visited on business trips. My condolences to Will and the rest of the family.
In 2007 and 2008 I spent one week every month with Aunt Laney. I absolutely loved visiting with her! Her home was like a little slice of heaven. One Sunday I was reading the Macy's ads and saw a beautiful Austrian crystal necklace similar to one I had years ago. I said, "Look Aunt Laney at this beautiful necklace!" She gave me "the look" and said "Lane Allison you're not going shopping again...are you?" I looked at her and said,"No I so don't need anymore jewelry, but I love Austrian crystals." Well a couple of months later we went to a baby shower together and after the shower she handed me a bag from Belk that she picked up for me. I looked in the bag and saw a pretty blue velvet box. I opened it up and inside was a gorgeous Austrian crystal necklace. I just looked at her confused and asked, "What's this?" She said they were for me and I told her that I couldn't accept them. She then said, "Yes you can. They were your grandmother's and I know how much you love Austrian crystals. I want you to have them." I gave her a big ole hug and thanked her over and over. That my friends is who my Aunt Laney was......a kind loving generous lady who is loved by so many people. I'm sending my love hugs and lots of prayers to her children and grandchildren. Rest in peace Aunt Laney. I will love you forever and always.💖
Aunt Laney was so much more than just my aunt. She was my second mom, my rock, my bestie, my confidant and my go to person for almost everything. She was simply amazing and taught me so much about life. Aunt Laney was probably one of the few people who tolerated my special kind of crazy and even better than that she loved me unconditionally. I am so blessed to have had such a beautiful soul in my life. I'm so grateful that I have so many wonderful memories of her. Dance with the angels Aunt Laney. I will love you until the end of time. 💖
Though I don't know Mrs. Smart, I know Ellen, so I am sure Mrs. Smart is a gem! Our family sends our love to the Smart family~ you will all be in our prayers as you celebrate her life. Reading the memories here are precious...know the family treasures them!
Besides my own home, I remember spending more time at the Smart's home than anywhere else during my high school years. Mrs. Smart was always great with us all and tolerated my particular brand of crazy. The fellowship and food was always great, along with many laughs. I am sure glad I knew her and that she was part of my formative years.
