Melody Vanessa Smith of Lakeland, Florida, passed away September 17, 2023. She was predeceased by her sister, Charmayne Victoria Smith, and her parents, Sherrill Van Horn Smith and Valeria (nee Frey) Smith. She is survived by her sister, Joy Valara Smith of Lakeland, Florida, and will be missed by friends. family, and her beloved dog, Samwise Gamgee. The sisters owned an antique shop, The Frog Pond, in Lakeland. There will be no services, in lieu of flowers, donations to an animal rescue in her name would be appreciated.