of West Memphis, AR
July 11, 1978 - June 22, 2022
Nathan Scott Smith, 43, of West Memphis, Arkansas, passed away June 22, 2022 in Bentonville, Arkansas.
He is survived by his children, Emily Bailee Smith, Garrott Nathaniel Smith and Addison Rose Smith; father, Ronnie Smith (Ann) and mother, Sarah Beth Christian (Don); brothers, Ronnie Smith (Allie) and Bryan Smith (Angie); step-brothers, Donnie and Ben Christian (Lesley); uncles, Steve Smith (Darlene), James L.Garrott, Jr.; aunts, Nancy Garrott, Lynn Garrott and cousins, Daniel Garrott, Emily Garrott, Todd Smith and Tracy Thomas (Jordan).
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Orbin and Marjorie Lee Smith, James L. and Bobbie Lee Garrott and Uncle, Dan Garrott.
Nathan was a devoted father and a selfless champion for the down and out. When he entered a room, every person, regardless of age, would be drawn to Nathan's radiant and magnetic charisma. In his profession as a salesman, he was second to none. He was not only easy to love, but he also excelled in making others feel loved. He will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Amazing young man. He played Prince Charming in my WMHS production of Cinderella. He was such a pleasure to work with and was one of the reasons the play was such a success. I have only very positive memories of him and absolutely loved every minute of working with him as a student and as a friend. Prayers for your entire family.
When I was a kid I remember coming over to play with Nathan when we lived in West Memphis. Sorry for your family's loss.
Nathan was a precious little boy and had such a sparkle in his little boyish face. I did not know him as an adult, but from what I've read he had a great personality.My heart is touched because he left this life early in my opinion. God knows best. To his family I offer my sympathies and comfort in your lose.
Dear Sarah Beth and Don,
Gosh. I’m so very sorry to hear the sad news of Nathan’s passing. When I think of Nathan I can only think of a vibrant smiling friendly kind giving loving fun happy fabulous dad/son/husband/hard worker who always made everyone feel welcome. I know, Sarah Beth, that as mothers we love hard and strong and true and endlessly and unconditionally. I cannot imagine the hardness of this. I love you. My prayers are with you and Nathan and his beautiful children, Bailee, Garrott, and Addison.
Love,
Katie
Sarah Beth, my first friend, I love you. I am so, so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son. I know you are surrounded by loving family and friends and please count me among them even though I'm not there in person. We're a long way from Proctor my friend...
Sara Beth and all, such a sad thing to hear about. Love to you and the family, will keep you in my prayers.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Sarah Beth and Ronnie ours hearts are broken for your loss of Nathan. Praying God can comfort y’all during this difficult time.
Sarah Beth, sending our prayers up for comfort and peace for you and your family! Although we did not know Nathan, we know the pain of losing a loved one. God bless you!
Oh Nathan. Your love for your family and friends was infectious. We loved meeting up with you and Jessica on vacation. Treasured moments. You will be missed by those who you touched. May you rest in Eternal Peace our dear friend.
My deepest condolences to Nathan’s family. I went to West Junior High with Nathan and remember him to be the kindest and most cheerful of souls. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing, and I wish all of you peace and comfort during this difficult time.
This breaks my heart. Sarah Beth, I pray that you and your family can find peace in the days ahead. Joey and I met Nathan several years ago and we immediately liked him. He will be missed by many.
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We know how hard it is to lose your son. God will comfort you and give you peace. Our hearts go out to you.
To Jessica and all of Nathan's Family,
I am so so sorry about Nathan. Although I had not seen Nathan recently, we were really good friends while I attended First Baptist Church as a child/teenager. I have so many hilarious memories of Nathan
He really would light up the room with his presence. I remember the first time he introduced Jessica to me. He was so proud to be married to you. I realize there is literally nothing I can say to make you feel better, just know that you are all in my prayers.
Ronnie and Sarah Beth & family,
Our hearts and prayers go out to you- may God comfort you as only He can.
Nathan was a gentleman. His character and personality were great. Prayers for Sarah Beth and Ronnie and all family members.
Sincerely,
Andy and Sherri Luttrell
I’m so very sorry for your loss of Nathan. I remember our children growing up together at First Baptist Church. Sara Beth, my heart breaks for you and your family. May God comfort you and give you peace. My love, Julia Jones and family
Nathan was one of the first people I met when I moved to Memphis and knew no one. He was so kind to me and always made me feel like so much more than just a work friend. I have many memories of belly laughs over the silliest things. Nathan always had that ability to make everyone smile and laugh. My sincerest condolences to his family. You all will be my in prayers as you grieve this loss.
My precious Nathan… one of our EPM family gone way too soon. You’re funny infectious laughter will never be forgotten. We all shared such a magical time together You are so loved by many and will be missed greatly by us all. May you find peace in Gods loving arms. You will never be forgotten for sure â¤ï¸
All of our group will miss Nathan’s laugh and energy and big smile. There are no words to express how much my heart hurts for the whole family , and our group of friends. I have years of stories that will always make me smile when we talk about Nathan and will always hold onto the memories of laughing with him until we were in tears. Lifting all of the family up in prayers- love you all.
To all of Nathan’s family, we are keeping you in our prayers . We all loved Nathan, and have only sweet memories of our years spent with him . One of my earliest memories is of the morning Sarah Beth and I discovered toddlers Nathan and Andrea , had escaped from the nursery and were climbing up the stairs in Lehr Hall. Just one of the reasons Nathan gave us reason to laugh. We are heart broken for you all, but also giving thanks to the Lord knowing you will one day be reunited. Love and prayers from Sharon and Larry Baker and family.
We are so sorry for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with all the family.
Praying the Lord of All Comfort will be especially near to you at this time.
Sarah Beth and Big Ronnie we are so sorry for your tremendously difficult loss. We are praying for all of you, including Nancy.ðŸ™ðŸ¼ Asking and believing for a peace that can’t be understood as you grieve.
My sincere condolences to Nathan's family. He was a good neighbor for several years.
Ronnie & Family—so very sorry to hear about Nathan. If there is anything I can do to help out or comfort you, I am always willing. Love you.
We are praying for you constantly as we remember Nathan with fondness.
Sarah Beth & Don, Please excuse my mistake. I mistakingly called Nathan your brother instead of your son. Please excuse. Prayers for you all.
Sara Beth, I am so sorry. You and your family are in my prayers.
Sarah Beth & Don, We are so sorry to hear of your brothers passing. May God give you great comfort at this time. Love & hugs. Gene & Diane
Going to miss you Nathan. Rest In Peace
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We're praying that God will hold you even more tightly during this difficult time.
Sarah Beth, I am so sad to hear about Nathan. I have so many fond memories of he and Zeb. From them being in a play together to taking them to baseball tournaments! They were besties! God bless you and your family â¤ï¸ Cindy and Ben Greenwood
I feel blessed to have Nathan as a friend! He is missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family my friend!
Sarah Beth and family. I am so very sorry for the loss of Nathan. Sarah Beth, know my heart is with you during this time. Prayers and faith is what you have to get through this. 👼👼
Our family loved Nathan, and we will have fond memories of our times with him. Please know Barry and I are praying for you all as you deal with his loss. And may God give you the peace that passes understanding in the coming days, weeks and months. Love you.
Ronnie, Ann, Steve, Darlene, and families, I am so saddened by the heartbreaking news about Nathan. Please know you are loved dearly by Aunt Verniece and your Smith cousins and we grieve along with you. I’m thankful for your deep faith as you lean heavily on the Lord during this sad and difficult time. We send our love and are covering you in our prayers.
So sorry for your loss. Remembering all of Nathan’s family in our thoughts and prayers. With love.
Sara Beth,
So sorry to learn of your loss. May you feel God's loving arms around you during this trying time and grant you peace. Love, Mary
Sarah Beth and Don, I am so sorry to hear this sad news. Know that you are in my prayers and that I will be here if you need me. Love you both.
Sara Beth, my heart breaks for you. I know the horrific pain that you are going through. Praying that the Lord will wrap his arms of comfort around you.
I had the pleasure to work with Nathan for several years. Family was everything to him. An incredible father to his three children.
My sincere condolences to his family.
Sarah Beth, I am so very sorry. Prayers for you and your family. <3
Sarah Beth and family, I’m so sorry for your loss. Prayers for you at this terrible time Karen Price
Sarah Beth, my heart is breaking for you. Just as someone earlier said, soon, death will no longer even be an option. You and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Sarah and Don. Jason and I are praying for you and all of Nathan's family. We truly adore you. May the God of all comfort be with you without ceasing.
Our sincere condolences during this time of loss for Nathan’s family.
Prays for the family.
Going to miss you Nathan. Rest In Peace
We wish to extend our condolences to the family at this time. May you be comforted by the knowledge that soon death will be no more. Never again will we have to bury our loved ones. God makes this wonderful promise to us in Isaiah 25:8 “He will swallow up death forever!â€
I hope you find solace in these words. Our prayers are with the family.
Lifting your family up in prayer. May God give you peace and strength during this time
Lifting the family up in prayers. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Prayers for comfort and peace for the family.
Oh no! I am so sorry to hear of this loss.