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Kyson Smith Obituary
1982 - 2013
Kyson Kemp Smith, 30, born on August 14, 1982 to Dennis and Lana Kemp Smith in Los Angeles, California unexpectedly passed from this life on March 31, 2013 in Meza, Arizona and is now in the loving arms of his Heavenly Father. Kyson was raised in Alpine, Utah and later moved to Sandy, Utah where he attended Alta High School. His strong work ethic in his career led him to Phoenix, Arizona where he enjoyed the last years of his life. He was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and never doubted his faith.
Kyson's uplifting personality blessed each life he touched. He recognized the qualities and talents of others and inspired them to be their best. Kyson was a natural athlete and excelled in every sport. Ky's playful sense of humor drew people to him. He was a man of integrity. He was respectful, loyal and loving. Everyone who was blessed to be a part of his life became a better person!
Survived by his parents and five siblings; Damion (Marilee) Smith, Shandy (Jaron) Cushing, Brittny Smith, Aujelle (Michael) Hutchings, and Camden "Bubby" Smith. His nine nieces and nephews adored him and will miss their "Uncle Ky." To know him was to love him.
Funeral services will be held at 12:00 noon on Tuesday, April 9, 2013 at the Pepperwood Ward, 2135 East Pepperwood Drive (10900 South). A visitation will be held on Monday evening from 6-8pm at Larkin Sunset Gardens, 1950 East 10600 South, in Sandy, and one hour prior to the services on Tuesday morning at the church. Online condolences welcomed at www.larkincares.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kyson Smith
Lorraine Bird Jameson
April 1, 2022
Dear Lana and Aujelle,
I´m sorry for your loss. We pray that good memories and God´s peace and love will sustain you in this difficult time.
Lorraine and Brent Jameson
April 1, 2020
Dear Lana, Aujelle and family,
We wanted to send our love and condolences on the loss of your dear son and brother. We know that your hearts must be aching, but also that you know the loving plan of our Heavenly Father and that someday we can be united with those we love so much who have gone before us. Please know that our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.
Kara Rodriguez
October 19, 2017
Kyky,
Meyli asked about you like she often does and it made my heart hurt. You made such a positive impact in her life and even now she remembers your morning car rides, the dinosaur song, and so many other wonderful things that you shared. We speak of you often and think of you always. Thank you for loving her so incredibly much. Ofa Lahi Atu from your Little Dinosaur and Spicy Quesadilla.
April 19, 2013
My Best Friend and Brother,
Ky! I love you with all my heart and soul! I am eternally grateful that we walked through life's journey together! Thank you for always making me laugh and smile! Our bond is so special! Truly Best Friends! Peaches Ky! There are a million things I could say to you, YOU KNOW, they are all treasured in my heart! I love you Brother!
Your, Au-shaw-sha (Aujie) xo P
April 19, 2013
My Best Friend and Brother!
Ky, I love you with all my heart and soul! We have an eternal bond and we have walked life's journey together! I am so honored to be your sister and to have grown up with you. Thank you for all the amazing memories Brother! Peaches Ky! There are a million things I could say and they are all treasured in my heart. YOU KNOW! I adore you my sweetheart! Thank you for filling my life with such incredible JOY! I love you Ky!!!! Your, Au-shaw-sha (Aujie) xoxo P
-Kara Rodriguez
April 15, 2013
-Kara Rodriguez
April 15, 2013
-Kara Rodriguez
April 15, 2013
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-Kara Rodriguez
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-Kara Rodriguez
April 15, 2013
Lana and Dennis,
Thank you so much for excepting me and Meyli into your family and giving us the chance to be a part of it. Your son was the most amazing man that could have crossed my path, he came into my life when I needed him most and did such an amazing job raising Meyli. He got the opportunity to be a father and he did the best at it just like he always did the best at everything he tried. I love you so much. *And Ky you better prepare yourself baby cuz one day we'll be together again and we'll be just as unstoppable in our next life as we where in this one!
Ariana Scott
April 10, 2013
Kyson,
I'll miss you always. I'll love you forever. You have one of my best friends the best couple years and helped improve the lives of many with your wonderful personality and amazing love. We miss you so much and hope you find peace. Love you Ky!
April 10, 2013
Dear Smith Family,
I too, send my condolences and sympathy for the loss of your great son Kyson. He will be sincerely missed.
Sheena Tuft
Shantel
April 9, 2013
Kyson,
I could never forget your smile! I worked with you during our high school years & you were always such a nice person. You always seemed so happy & inspired those around you. I'm sure you continued to be an inspiration to others throughout your life.
Until we meet again,
April 9, 2013
Smith Family,
I am so sorry for your great loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Traci Nelson (Kemp)
Beau Enslow
April 8, 2013
Ive looked up to Kyson since the day i met him. Love u Ky. You will be missed. So glad I got to know my friend Ky while he was on this earth. Love u man.
Tyler Whatcott
April 8, 2013
Shandy and Jaron,
My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Please know that Emily and I are thinking of you.
Tyler and Emily Whatcott
April 8, 2013
May we offer our deepest condolences and sympathy at the loss of your son Kyson. Our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you had together.
John Metcalf - Farmers Insurance
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Josh Creasey
April 8, 2013
Kyson was such a awesome friend to me and so many people. I am grateful for the times that we had together. My prayers go out to his family and friends who are grieving his loss. He always made it clear to me how much he loves his family especially his nephews and nieces. I know he is with our Heavenly Father right now and is in a happy place where he has no worries. I am very grateful to have meet you kyson thank you for all you did for me!!!
Julie Creasey
April 8, 2013
I will always remember the fun we had from high school and how I could never be sad when we were together. You always had something funny to say to brighten up my day. You will always be missed and have a special place in my heart. Rest in peace my friend
Joni Wootton
April 8, 2013
Dear friend Lana. I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. It is always such a tragedy to hear about one so young leaving this mortal existence before we would like. Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family at this time.
Erik Moore
April 8, 2013
Lana & Dennis,
My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. My best to your family. Much Love,
Erik "Sally"
Dhari Handy
April 8, 2013
Kyson was such a great man with such potential. He had the ability to make everyone around him feel as if they were the most important person in the room. His smile was so contagious and will never be forgotten. My deepest respects to the Smith family.
Norm and Lynda Corak Robinson
April 8, 2013
Dennis and Lana and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. God bless your family.
April 8, 2013
Dear Lana and Dennis,
We are serving a mission in Africa, but wanted to let you know that even some old friends on the other side of the world and who you have rarely seen in may years since we were children together, are thinking of you. We send our love and support. We pray for you to be comforted by the spirit and the knowledge of the eternal nature of the family at this most difficult time.
Love, Lorraine Bird Jameson
April 7, 2013
Lana and Dennis, We were so sorry to read of the passing of your son. Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Judy N. Donaldson and Trudy N. Webber
ashley
April 7, 2013
Kyson I'm so sad to hear that you left so soon.. I can't remember a time you didn't have that big smile on your face... I am so glad I got to know and had such fun memories with you.. To the Smith family I hope you can find peace in all this pain..
Sandy Kemp
April 7, 2013
I am so sorry to hear about Kyson. He was always such a delight to be around. He will surely be missed, but will remain in the hearts of all that knew him. My thoughts, prayers and love are with each and every one of you.
Camden "bubby" Smith
April 7, 2013
I love you ky. Save me a seat.
Garn & Debra Kemp
April 7, 2013
Dear Dennis, Lana and Family,
Our hearts go out to you and your family at this time with the great loss of your beloved son, brother, uncle and friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with each of you, we pray that our Heavenly Father will distill his spirt upon each of you, his loving arms will be wrapped around you and you will know of his love for you and give you a greater portion of understanding of the power of the resurrection, eternal life and families, that his spirt son and your mortal son has returned home, is safe and loved by him and those family members who have passed on from this estate to our next estate. God bless each of you.
Ryan Jacobson
April 7, 2013
Kyson had such a natural ability to make everyone whom he associated with feel like a genuine friend, one of the most admirable qualities a person can have. He will be greatly missed by so many...To Dennis, Lana, Damian, Shand, Brit, Auj and Bubby-I offer my deepest condolences and love. God gained one of his greatest angels.
Rick and Cher Kemp
April 7, 2013
Dennis and Lana and family. We were devastated to find out about Kyson. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
April 6, 2013
Shandy, I am so very sorry for the loss of this beautiful boy. My love and condolences to you and your family at this difficult time. Sending love your way. Carma Cornell
Jeff Barrick
April 6, 2013
Kyson is such a great man - he has been my friend for quite literally my whole life. He will be sorely missed but I will always hold my fond memories of him closely. Dennis, Lana and Family I am so sorry for your loss and pray for the Lord to bless you all with peace. Kyson's spirit lives on literally and figuratively in our memories of him. God bless
Lindsay Barrick Anderson
April 6, 2013
Kyson was an amazing person, so loving, and accepting. We all loved him so much! Still do. Such a heartbreaking loss. We will continue to keep our much loved Smith family in our thoughts and prayers.
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