Ollie Mae Smith

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Ollie Mae Smith, surrounded by her beloved family and friends. Born on September 27, 1937, in Tallahassee, Florida, to parents Guss Ford and Shirley Mae Peterson, Ollie lived a life rich in love, service, and compassion. Ollie met the love of her life, George W. Smith, at Florida A&M University. They married on February 6, 1960, in Georgia, and began their married life together in Haines City, Florida, before moving to St. Augustine in the early-1960s. Ollie and George shared a remarkable 64 years of marriage. It was from this beautiful union that many miracles of love occurred. There were never cross words traded between Ollie and George. From this solid foundation of commitment, Ollie dedicated her life to helping others, working as a physical therapist at Flagler Hospital and as a dental hygienist for Dr. Garvin Sr. She raised a family of eight children and generously opened her home to many families, literally from around the world. Known for her kindness and love, Ollie was the cherished matriarch of her family. Her selflessness and care for others made her a beloved figure in the community. She was widely known for her biscuits and Red Velvet cakes. She gained the skills of hospitality: she was a talented cook, and skilled seamstress, and a great listener. She was respected for her wisdom and good advice. Ollie was a devoted Christian and for 42 years a faithful member of Victory Tabernacle. She really enjoyed cooking, traveling, and helping others. She genuinely loved family and dedicated her life to serving the Lord. In addition to her parents, Ollie was preceded in death by her daughter, Angela Denise Smith, a sister, Iretta Price and brothers, Abraham Wiggins, Terry Coleman, and Ronald Coleman. She is survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, George Washington Smith of St. Augustine; daughters, Deborah Howard of Florence, SC; Sharon Delgado of Augusta, GA, Nycol Smith, and Alescia Smith all of St. Augustine; her sons, Charles Sampson and his wife Faye of St. Augustine, Gerald Smith and his wife Angela of Ft. Lauderdale, and George Anthony "Tony" Smith and his wife Amber of South Carolina. She is also survived by her sisters, Juanita Fields and her husband Dennis of New York, Raniey Gibson and her husband Cleveland of Tallahassee, Annie Coleman of Texas, Korean Coleman of Tallahassee; and her brothers, John Coleman and his wife Kichecko of Kansas, Vince Coleman and Theodore Coleman, both of Tallahassee; 26 grandchildren and 31 great-grandchildren. Ollie Mae Smith was a beacon of love and generosity, and her legacy will continue to inspire all who knew her. A visitation will be held from 5 to 7 pm on Friday, June 14, 2024 at Victory Tabernacle. 900 Cypress Road, St. Augustine, FL. 32086. Celebration of life will be held at 11 am on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Victory Tabernacle with Pastor Keith Brown and Pastor Jason Watkins officiating. Interment will follow at Craig Memorial Park. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Ollie Mae Smith

September 27, 1937 - June 4, 2024