Alta Fern Smith, 78, beloved Mother, was called to her eternal resting place on March 18, 2015 in Albuquerque, NM. She entered this world on October 6, 1936 in Judsonia, AR, born to Earl and Lucy Young. Fern is preceded in death by her husband, Harold. She is survived by her sons, Gregory Smith and Dennis Smith; and daughter, Rebecca Smith. She is also survived by her five grandchildren. Fern was a registered nurse at Phoenix Baptist Hospital for 25 years. Services are private. Please visit our online guestbook for Alta at . FRENCH - Westside 9300 Golf Course Rd NW 505-897-0300