Janice Smith, beloved wife and mother, passed away on March 3, 2017 at 1:46 am at the young age of 65, at St. Francis Medical Center in West Monroe, LA. She was from Natchez, Ms and resided in Zachary, LA before moving to St. Joseph, LA. She was a retired LPN, a devoted Christian, wife, and mother. She was a member of St. Joseph Baptist Church.Her wish was to be cremated, we will have visitation from 12-2 and service at 2 on Monday, March 6th,2017 in the chapel of Kilpatrick Funeral Home, West Monroe, LA. Bro. Billy Minyard, a long time friend and pastor, will officiate.She was preceded in death by her mother, Estelle Cowart, Father, Leslie Cowart, and sister-in-law, Tammy Smith. She is survived by her loving and devoted husband of 46 years, Leo Smith; 2 daughters, Tracey Antoline and husband Jared, Sandra Welch and husband Joey; 6 grandchildren, Garret and wife Nicole, Lindsey, Gabrielle, Jonathon Antoline, Hunter and Seth Welch; 2 great-grandchildren, Kobe Brown and Eden Antoline, and one on the way, Rowan Antoline; 3 brothers, Jerry, James, and C.D. Russell; 1 sister, Gloria Fulghum; 1 brother-in-law Glen Smith; 2 sister-in-laws, Shirley Peale and husband Gene, and Joyce Carter; and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, the family would like to ask anyone who is or was planning on sending flowers to put that money to better use by donating to help pay for the medical bills and the funeral costs.We appreciate everyone prayers, thoughts, and help during this time. We loved you dearly, may you rest in the comfort of our Heavenly Father's arms and may we find comfort in knowing you are happy and whole again.