Elsie M. Smith, 79, of Big Spring, died on Thursday, October 19, 2006, in a local hospital. Graveside funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, October 23, 2006 at Mt. Olive Memorial Park with Rev. Don Snipes , officiating.She was born on October 16, 1927, in Runnels County, Texas and married Ralph Smith on April 5, 1947 in Big Spring. He preceded her in death on May 7, 1964.She worked as a claims officer and in various other offices at the Big Spring State Hospital for 23 years, retiring in 1988. She was a member of Baptist Temple Church.Survivors include one daughter, Calessa Kay Vinson of Austin. The family suggests memorials to The Gideon Memorial Bible Fund, P.O. Box 133, Big Spring, Texas 79721.Arrangements under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home & Crematory of Big Spring. Online condolences can be made at: www.npwelch.com,