Merica Ann Odom Smith, 67 of Crestview, passed away Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at home with her family at her side. Mrs. Smith was born January 26, 1954, in Crestview, Florida, she was a lifelong resident of Okaloosa County. She enjoyed spending time with her family, planting flowers and gathering with her friends.
Merica is preceded in death by her parents, Floyd Odom and Eunice Meehan, her brothers, Lloyd Odom, Lester Odom, Jackie Odom, Roger Odom. Merica is survived by her husband, Ralph Smith, her sons, Roger Lee, Ronald (Sherrie) Lee, Daughters, Shinoia Barnhill, Linda Smith-Phillips, brothers, Lonnie (Gail) Odom, Arther (Joyce) Odom, ten grandchildren, bonus grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, numerous cousins, nieces and nephews.
A gathering of friends and family will be Friday, June 25, 2021 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm, from the Chapel of Brackney Funeral Service.
Sarah Mount-Boles (Friend/family)
June 27, 2021, 12:00 am
We are going to truely miss u. U were always like a second mom to me quick to give advice as well as kick me in my butt whenever needed. Never failed in helping me when I came to u. I love u Reese..You will always be remembered!!
Jennifer Odom-Gaines (Niece )
July 6, 2021, 12:00 am
May you Rest In Peace regardless of anything you were a good woman in a way that each of us needed at that time in our life. You opened your home and door to me when I needed it and felt misunderstood and I cant thank you enough. Your daughter was not only family to me but a sister I never had thick as thieves as you said! Lol I know your at peace aunt Reece much deserved don’t worry Shinoia & are always gonna be sisters fighting or not as long as I’m on earth she can call me. We love you and may god wrap you in love and peace from this day forward!
Jennifer Odom-Gaines (Niece )
July 6, 2021, 12:00 am
May you Rest In Peace regardless of anything you were a good woman in a way that each of us needed at that time in our life. You opened your home and door to me when I needed it and felt misunderstood and I cant thank you enough. Your daughter was not only family to me but a sister I never had thick as thieves as you said! Lol I know your at peace aunt Reece much deserved don’t worry Shinoia & are always gonna be sisters fighting or not as long as I’m on earth she can call me. We love you and may god wrap you in love and peace from this day forward!