Carlene Ann Smith , 80, of La Luz, NM went to be with the Lord on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at home with loved ones by her side. She was born on November 12, 1936 in Albuquerque, NM. She is survived by her brother Jim (Jo) Strong of T or C, NM; children, Ann (Tommy) Blankenship of La Luz, NM, Hollis (Flo) Riley of Capitan, NM, Preston Riley of Lubbock, TX, Chesna (Bill) Benge of Tohah, TX, Clyde Riley of Capitan, NM, Diona (Jimmy) Ward of Ruidoso, NM and Jennifer Smith of La Luz, NM; 25 grandchildren; 36 great grandchildren; 5 great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. Her garden grows with her love. The Smith family has entrusted their loved one to the care of Alamogordo Funeral Home to direct the services which have already taken place. To sign the online register book, please visit www.alamogordofuneralhome.org.