of Little Rock, AR
November 30, 1983 - September 11, 2011
Adam James Smith, 27, of Little Rock passed away on Sunday September 11, 2011. He was born November 30, 1983 in Little Rock, the son of James and Patty (Nesbitt) Smith. Adam graduated from Central High School in 2002. He attended Hendrix College in Conway and graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a Bachelors of Arts in History in 2007. He was employed with Fidelity Information Services for the past three years. Adam enjoyed playing tennis, golfing with his dad and most of all spending time with his family and friends. He was a gentle soul and served as a pillar of support for those close to him. Adam's smile could light up any room and everyone who knew him enjoyed his witty sense of humor. Adam is preceded in death by his grandparents Earnest R. Smith and Mildred L. Smith.
He will be greatly missed by his parents James and Patty Smith of Little Rock, his sisters Jenny Janisko of Fort Worth, Texas, and Melissa Wolverton of North Little Rock, Arkansas; his grandparents Clifton R. and Juanita Nesbitt of Little Rock; and a host of friends and coworkers. His nephews Benjamin Wolverton and Oliver Janisko along with his niece Ruby Wolverton will miss spending time with their Uncle Bull.
Funeral services will be held Friday, 2:00 p.m., September 16, 2011 at Roller-Chenal Funeral Home, (501)224-8300 in Little Rock. There will be no graveside service.
Visitation will be held Thursday, September 15, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in Adam's name to the American Diabetes Association at www.diabetes.org
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67 Condolence(s)
John & Nancy Wolverton
Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Patty and James, Melissa and Jenny,
Our hearts are saddened by your loss. Michael sends his sympathies as well.
all our love, Nancy and John
Teresa White
Monday, September 19, 2011
Patty, James, Melissa, prayers are being lifted up for your family. I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your son/brother, Adam. He was always such a sweet, kind, loving and handsome young man. I know you will miss him. This is a great loss. Peace be with you all. Love always, Teresa White
Leslie StJohn
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Melissa,
I am so sorry to hear about Adam's passing. I still remember him as a boy; he seems to have grown up to be a good man. Glad you were able to love each other. Be gentle with yourself. Draw your family close.
Much love,
Leslie
Michael Haney
Sunday, September 18, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you now. We are so sorry for your loss and wish we could do something to ease the pain. God bless you. Mike and Jennifer
Lorfeatte Cunningham
Friday, September 16, 2011
My Condolences to the family. Adam was truly a great guy and co-worker. You will always be remembered here at FIS your extended family. GOD BLESS ALL*
Patti Warr Nelson
Friday, September 16, 2011
My heart is with you all at this time. I can't imagine your pain, but send prayers your way for comfort and peace. May sweet memories of your son stay with you all through life.
Jill Frost
Friday, September 16, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you. You are such a wonderful family. I have such fond memories of all of you in Otter Creek. May God be with you at this time.
Darnelle Ausbrooks
Friday, September 16, 2011
Patty,
There are no words to adequately describe how sorry I am to hear of your loss. I cannot even begin to imagine your heartache but I do know the One who understands and stands ready to help you through this time of grief. You and James, along with Jenny and Melissa, have been in my prayers the past few days and it’s there you will remain in the days ahead. May God bless you and comfort your hearts at this time.
Love you!
Darnelle
john shelton
Friday, September 16, 2011
I remember when Adam was born, I am so very sorry over your loss of Adam. May God bless you!!! My sincere sympathy.
Lana Bienvenu
Friday, September 16, 2011
Patty, your gentle and precious soul shines through to everyone who is lucky enough to have a conversation with you or to be your student. It is immediately clear that you are one special lady, loved by the Lord and by those lucky enough to be touched by you on his earth.
Wishing God's Peace and Blessings for you and for your family at this time. Knowing that your Beloved Son, Adam James, will forever be near you and all of his loved ones here in Spirit and in Love. May you find comfort in this, Our Lord's Promise of Life Everlasting.
Bill & Lori Woody
Thursday, September 15, 2011
James and Patty, We don't know what to say. What a terrible tragedy. Our hearts are breaking for you. We will be praying for you. I didn't know your son, but from the pictures of him and your family, and from all the comments I can tell how much he was loved by all who knew him. God bless you during this sad time.
Michael Elrod
Thursday, September 15, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family. I was just talking to one of my tennis friends about Adam and remembering all the good old days at Otter Creek. We had a lot of good times on the tennis courts and playing shark and minnows at the pool. I was truly glad to see him again on the tennis courts a couple of months ago and enjoyed our conversation with him as he drove out of his way to take me to meet my sister. Adam, you will truly be missed.
sabrina
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Patty,james, Jenny and melissa, i am so sorry for loss of adam i was so shock see it on facebook i give you call soon my prayer are with you and your family at this time
diffcult time i love you all
Tanya Parker
Thursday, September 15, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of their bereavement.
Ricardo Carswell
Thursday, September 15, 2011
There are no words to explain how truly great Adam was at his job, with his friends, with work, and all throughout life. I consider myself truly lucky to count him among my friends, knowing that he impacted my life for the better. His spirit and enthusiasm could not be duplicated and we are lesser for that, but the happiness he brought to us will live on.
Stan Elrod
Thursday, September 15, 2011
James, Patty, Jenny & Melissa: Becky and I were so very sorry to hear of Adam's passing. We have very fond memories of watching him grow up in Otter Creek. It was my privilege to reunite with him in the past year --- by playing on the same Adult Tennis Team. He was always so much fun to be around -- and had such a great personality. We have all of you in our thoughts and prayers. Stan Elrod
Hubert & Wanda Fugett
Thursday, September 15, 2011
We fondly remember Adam from the 4th & 5th grade Sunday morning classes at Geyer Springs. He was an outstanding youngster and excellent student. I know he will be greatly missed by family and friends.
Jackie Brake
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Adam will truly be missed by his extended FIS family. It is amazing how one life can touch so many lives. ~J~
Julie D.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty & Smitty,
My heart goes out to you & your entire family in your sudden & tragic loss. I hope this experience, as incredibly painful as it is, in the long run serves to bring you all even closer together as a family. I'm sure this is what Adam would have wanted.
Much love,
Patti Lemons
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I had the pleasure of working with Adam at FIS and was so impressed with brilliance, sincerity, and ability to understand and manage. I thought of him as a friend and kind of a son.
I am so very sorry for the family. Although I did not meet you, he told me wonderful things about all of you. My prayers are with each of you. He was someone to be very proud of.
Bob & Chris Bridwell
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty, James, Jenny and Melissa,
We were so very sad to hear of your loss. Adam was a bright, caring and gifted child when we knew him in Otter Creek and we are certain he grew into a remarkable young man who left an incredibly positive impact on the world.
Our thoughts are with you constantly and we pray that the Lord will sustain you through many wonderful memories of your years with Adam.
Loretta Spears-Loge
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Smitty and family,
I am so sorry to hear about Adam. You will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
I let Darron know (he is out of the country right now).
If there is anything I can do please let me know.
Jon Gibbons
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam....it has been more than an honor to know you! You always lightened up the room, you were extremely intelligent, and always helpful in any way possible! You will be greatly missed, but I assure you, you will NEVER be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family, I am extremely sorry for your loss! But do know this, when death knocks at our door, that is when TRUE life begins. I have no doubt that I will see you again one day, and what a glorious day that will be!
You were a good colleague, and an even better friend! Going to miss you, but will definitely see you again someday!
Jim & Sue Mapp
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
James and Patty,
Sue and I offer our sincere condolences on the loss of your son Adam. Our prayers and thoughts go out to you in this time of mourning and sadness.
Jim and Sue Mapp
Myla and Matt Strohbehn
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Our hearts are heavy at this time for everyone that knew Adam. He was part of our lives for a long time and I was fortunate to see him on the courts a few times this year. We are so very sorry for your loss and pray that comfort will find you and that God will hold you in is arms. Much love to your family.
Myla and Matt
Lianda and Kevin
Steve Mitchell
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I am so very sorry to hear about Adam's passing. Please know that your entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Erica Eldridge
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I met Adam through tennis and immediately thought "what a nice guy." He was funny, laid back, sincere, and so very gracious. I'll miss his witty comebacks, great sense of humor, and kind spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and loved ones. We will miss you Adam!!
Love,
Erica
Steve Haralson
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Our family is absolutely devastated! Our kids and Adam grew up together and we were able to keep up with him even as as an adult. He was always such a sweet kid and brightened our day, and we will greatly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Dan & Rita Medlock
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss.
Brandy Harper
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Love you forever Adam
Anne Taylor
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Melissa, my thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family at this difficult time and I hope that your memories of Adam will bring you much comfort through the coming days and weeks.
Clay Short
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam was a remarkable person. One of the smartest and funniest people I have ever met. I am extremely saddened by his passing but very grateful for the time I had knowing him. I will always cherish his friendship and my thoughts are with his family and friends.
jesse chandler
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I will deeply miss him he was an awesome tl and used to make us all laugh when things got difficult on us. He back us up on everything we needed help with. We will miss him running around on the floor as he always did giving us static and us giving it back (jokingly).
Ryan Dotson
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam was a one of a kind friend. He would make you laugh if you were having a bad day and he would always go out of way to make sure everything was ok with everyone. He was the best supervisor i ever had the pleasure to work with. My heart goes out to all his family. He will truly be missed.
Teri Todd
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
"Say not in grief 'he is no more' but live in thankfulness that he was." ~Hebrew proverb
I recently met Adam through tennis friends at Otter Creek. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this challenging time.
JoAnne Mills
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
My heartfelt condolences to your entire family. May the love you all share comfort you in the difficult days ahead.
Donna Bunting Green, AA-Criminal Justice
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Adam's passing. I did not know him, but my prayers will be with his family and friends as they go through their grieving proceee.
Sincerely and Respectfully submitted,
Donna Bunting Green, AA-Criminal Justice
West Memphis, Arkansas
Jennifer and Ryan Heiges
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam - What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, and we may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you passed, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget.
Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Melissa, Jenny and familes - May your hearts and souls find peace and comfort. As you grieve know that we are remembering you and honoring the memory of Adam. ◦With heartfelt condolences.
Courtney Wolfe
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
You will be missed, never forgotten, and always remembered.
Alan Gardner
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty and James, I'm so sorry to learn of your loss. I didn't know Adam, but if he was at all similar to his parents, I know he was an incredible young man. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julia Scoggin
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
It’s really hard to know where to start. Adam was an awesome person! I had the privilege of working side by side with Adam for the last two years. I’m going to miss the many history lessons and lectures he gave me, and most certainly his smile. No matter what fires we had to put out at work, Adam was always the one who did it with a smile! He will be greatly missed and his family will be in my prayers.
Alex Strevig
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
You are in my prayers Adam. You will be missed by a lot of people.
April Wolcott
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
What a huge loss. Always smiling. Always fun. Highly intelligent. Adam will be missed greatly by many. My thoughts go out to his family.
Jason Ladd
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam was a truly amazing person that encouraged everyone, was always smiling, was not judgemental, and fought for what he believed was right. He will definately be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with ya'll.
Bridget Benning Burks
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss...your family will be in my thoughts and prayers!
Elizabeth Thomas
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
With deepest sympathy on your loss of Adam.
He will always be with you in your mind and heart.
Xavier Mckinley
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam is such a awesome guy. He will definitely be missed very much. I see that smile enlight of the sorrow in my heart. To the family you guys are in my prayers.
PEACE BE STILL
Cindy Shields
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty & James,
I am at a loss for words right now except to send you all my love. I will see you later today my friends.
Michelle Collins
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Adam when I worked at FIS where he was one of my team leads. He was always so kind to me and helpful with any questions or concerns I might have. He will be missed, he was a great guy / friend and co-worker. My thoughts and prayers are definitely with his family right now.
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Tiffany
Cabot, AR
James, Patty, Jenny, and Melissa, I am so sad for the loss of Adam. He was a great son, brother, and uncle to those beautiful babies. He will be missed, but you will be forever touched having had him in your lives. He will live on in your memories and stories forever. Each of you had your own special bond with Adam that will never be forgotten. You are in my thoughts. I love you all!
Brad Osborne
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam was a great guy, someone who always had a smile on his face no matter what. My thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family.
Brad Osborne
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam was a great guy, someone who always had a smile on his face no matter what. My thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family.
Joyce Wilson
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty and James, I know your heart is broken and just want to say how sorry I am that you are experiencing this loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Love, Joyce
Barbara Bell McMahan
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Patty & James,
I am so sorry for your loss. There are no words that can take away your pain. Please let me know if you need anything. You are, and will continue to be, in my thoughts & prayers.
Love you guys!
Tim Minton
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I had the pleasure of knowing Adam for 15 months at FIS where he was my supervisor for much of that time. He was always so kind to me and helpful with any questions or concerns I might have. He will be missed here at FIS. What a great guy. My thoughts are definitely with his family right now.
Tiffany
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
James, Patty, Jenny, and Melissa, I am so sad for the loss of Adam. He was a great son, brother, and uncle to those beautiful babies. He will be missed, but you will be forever touched having had him in your lives. He will live on in your memories and stories forever. Each of you had your own special bond with Adam that will never be forgotten. You are in my thoughts. I love you all!
Brittany Washburn
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
I can't say that I had the priveledge of knowing Adam for a long time, but I am at least glad I got the chance to meet him. He was a wonderful person; helpful, kind, and always smiling. I am so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with everyone during this time of grievance.
Ashley Dixon (Milligan)
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Adam Smith was a dear friend to many people. I had the privilege of working with Adam at Paxton's pizza for a few years. He made our hectic nights pass by with great ease. Adam will be dearly missed by many. To the family, I'm sorry for your loss. Adams smile will forever shine down apon us. Adam, I'm not going to say "Good-bye" to you, however, I will say "SEE YOU LATER". . . May you have eternal peace. . Love you buddy!!
Brandi Buck
Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Jenny and family, I'm so sorry for ur loss. I have many childhood memories of Adam. He was so smart! It's a shock to all of us of his passing. I really don't know what to say to help ease ur hurting hearts and i am thinking about y'all and will be praying real hard that God will embrace u at this time of sorrow. All the love to your family..... Brandi Buck Sibert
Roger Snyder
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
I just received the news and I am so sorry. I am thinking about you and your family tonight.. You all are in my family's prayers..
Roger
Tommy & Becky Moores
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Remember He is with you and can comfort you during this time. God bless.
John Satterfield
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
My heart goes out to the Smith family and I just want everyone to remember the good times that we all were fortunate enough to spend with Adam. He always had a way of making me smile and was one of the smartest and wittiest people I've ever known. It had been too long since I had the privilege of spending time with Adam since we no longer lived in the same city, but I will never forget all the laughs and great memories we shared together, going all the way back to grade school. I love you buddy, and you will be missed deeply down here, but I know that I will be able to see you again one day my friend.
Bilinda Serra
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Adam was always smiling and knew how to treat people with respect. FIS will not be the same without the ray of sunshine that he brought to our day.
Sandra Pack
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Cliff, Juanita, James, Patty and Family. Just wanted to let all of you know how sorry and sad I am to hear about Adam. My Thoughts and Prayers are with each and every one of you.
Cindy Bandy
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Patty & James,
My heart breaks for you and our prayers are with you and your family. Nothing I can say will take your pain away but please know that we are here for you. He is in Paradise now and one day you will meet again.
We Love You!
Cindy & Larry
PEGGY GRANGER MORROW
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
James, Patty and family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My words are simply inadequate but my prayers will be with you. With love, Peggy
Crystal Dandurand
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
Adam will be missed by everyone at FIS. He was a great friend and I could always count on him to listen to my frustrations. I will miss him coming and sitting at my desk after the morning meetings, even though we sometimes argued about who did a better job, me or him! Of course most of the time it was probably him but I would never admit it. He was a true friend to me and I will miss him greatly.
Tina Smith
Tuesday, September 13, 2011
He will be missed. He was a great guy.