M. Louise Smith

Mildred Louise Smith, 77, of Mount Airy, MD, died peacefully at home on October 8, 2026. She was the wife of the late Charles (Charlie) Smith.Born in Washington, DC, on March 2, 1949, she was the daughter of the late John and Mary Poole. Louise will be remembered for her love of cooking, coffee, shopping, and sitcoms. Known to many as Nana, she had a special way of making everyone feel included and welcome in her heart and home. Above all, she will be remembered for the unconditional love and unwavering support she gave to her family and friends.

She is survived by her son Thomas R. Barrick Jr. of Jessup, MD; Kimberly Young (Thomas) of Millville, DE; grandchildren Tayler Cimba (Christopher) of Millington, MD; Casey J. Barrick of Jessup, MD; Tyler Young, Elora Young, Aaron Johnson (fiancée Amber Sirk), Spencer Young, Gabrielle Young, Wyatt Young of Mount Airy, MD; great-grandchildren Phoebe, Declan, and Joel Cimba; bonus grandchildren Steven, Carissa, Jessica, Megan, Luke, Krystle, Daniel and Rachel. In addition to her husband, she was preceded in death by her brother John Poole Jr., sister Mary Jane Sparks, and bonus grandchild Robert Baharoff.

Visitation will be Friday, October 16, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.at Stauffer’s Funeral Home, 8 E. Ridgeville Blvd. Mount Airy, Maryland 21771. Brief service to immediately follow.

Interment will take place at Cheltenham Veterans Cemetery at a later date.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Alzheimers Association or St. Judes.