Melissa Gail "Missy" Smith passed from this life into the presence of the Lord, Nov. 3, 2011. She was born in Port St. Joe, Fla., on March 7, 1966. Missy was preceded in death by her brother Tony Smith. She is survived by her mother Shirley Smith of Niceville, Fla.; father Gayle Smith of Apalachicola, Fla.; daughter Brittany Booth of Niceville, Fla.; and many other loving family members.Missy faithfully attended First Baptist Church of Niceville and Nancy's Ladies Sunday School class and the Wednesday night bible study. Missy enjoyed life and was a blessing to all who knew her. Her pride and joy was her daughter Brittany, who is a senior student at Rocky Bayou Christian School. Missy was also a staunch FSU football fan.The will be a celebration of her life, Monday, Nov. 7, 2011 at 1 p.m. at Heritage Gardens Funeral Home in Niceville, Fla. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. You may sign a guest book and offer the family condolences at www.heritagegardensfuneralhome.com. Heritage Gardens Funeral Home is entrusted with arrangements.