Sylvia Darlene Smith Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Crowley - Sylvia Darlene Smith, age 53, passed away on Thursday, July 23rd, 2020, in Crowley, Louisiana, surrounded by her loved ones. Sylvia was born on July 7th, 1967, in Pasadena, Texas. She worked as a store manager for Lowes Home Improvement. Sylvia loved arranging flowers. Every holiday she would travel to Texas to the Angleton Flower & Gift Shop. Although it was work, she considered it a vacation. She also loved doing crafts and had an avid green thumb. She loved animals! Anything from snakes to fish as well as dogs and cats. When Sylvia was diagnosed with cancer, she did not let it define her. She fought the good fight for many years. She had a strong and beautiful soul, that taught us all how to laugh through the good times and persevere through the bad. She was a loyal friend to all and her legacy will live on through all of us. She is survived by her mother, Paula Akridge; her son, Tyler Jake Smith “Tee Jay”; her grandchildren, Genesis and Ella; her brother, Reggie Akridge; her former spouse, Billy Schwarz; and her best friend, Heather Rivera. She was preceded in death by her father, William Akridge. Online obituary and guestbook may be viewed at www.CypressFunerals.com Cypress Funeral Home & Crematory, 206 West Lafayette St., Maurice, LA. 70555, 337-740-3123, is in charge of arrangements.

Sylvia Darlene Smith

July 7, 1967 - July 23, 2020