Tahrena Lalea Smith

Tahrena Lalea Smith, 53 of Lakeland GA, passed away on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, at her residence. She was born on November 24, 1970 in Albany, GA to the late Diane Riggins. TJ loved horses and had a passion for barrel racing. She participated in many rodeos that supported children who were going through cancer. She enjoyed fishing, working in the yards, traveling, being outdoors, cooking and trying new recipes. She had the kindest heart of any person you ever met and most importantly, she loved her family. She is preceded in death by her mother.
Survivors include her husband, David Smith of Lakeland, GA; daughter, Danyelle Smith of Lakeland, GA; son, Ryan Smith of Albany, GA; son, Dylan Ayres of Dickson, TN; daughter, Jennifer Ortiz (Ruben) of Valdosta, GA; son Patrik DeSalvo of Adel, GA; brother, Randall Riggins of Alapaha, GA; sisters, Tracy Welch (Steve) of Moultrie, GA and Dalenna Willet of Moultrie, GA; seven grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family members.
Graveside service will be held at 2:00 PM on Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at Greenlawn Cemetery in Lakeland, GA. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 PM on Monday, December 18, 2023, at Music Funeral Services in Lakeland. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com The Smith family is being served by the caring and professional staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland.