LEONARD I. SMITH, SR.

Leonard I. Smith, Sr. entered eternal rest at JoEllen Smith Convalescent Center on Friday, May 15, 2026, at the age of 90. He was a native of Gretna, LA and a resident of New Orleans, LA. Leonard was a graduate of L. B. Landry High School, and he was employed as roofer. Beloved father of Ramona S. Borden, Leonard (Alma) Smith, Sr., Michael Smith and the late Janet S. Coston. Son of the late John Smith and Olevia R. Smith, also survived by 4 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and a host of other relatives and friends. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life at Davis Mortuary Service, 230 Monroe Street, Gretna, LA, on Friday, May 29, 2026, at 10:00a.m. Pastor David Richard, officiating. Visitation will begin at 8:30a.m. until service time at the parlor. Interment: New Hope Cemetery, Gretna, LA. To view and sign the guestbook, please go to www.davismortuaryservice.com.