Chandler Dakota Smith

I am so heartily sorry to hear about Chandler’s passing. My prayers will be with you all, going through this difficult time. Lots of love, Kathy Raasch

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

We’re so sorry for the loss of Chandler.

We will never forget how precious, thoughtful, and talented you were. We miss you and love more than you’ll ever know. Love “sister” Alicia

The world lost a wonderful soul with the passing of Chandler. His beautiful obituary highlights what an exceptional person he was. We were awestruck by the depth of his talent. The world lost a truly gifted artist. From his contributions to the world of art, to his care and tending of his home, to his love of dachshunds, it was evident that he was a very loving and tender soul. To honor his memory, we have made a donation to The Midwest Dachshund Rescue.

“We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals.”
-Immanuel Kant

May the Lord Jesus embrace him in our Heavenly Father’s Kingdom.

With our sincerest condolences,
Shannon and David Najem

I first met Chandler his freshman year at Roncalli. He was in my guitar class. I talked him into other classes- exploratory instrument class, music theory and AP music theory. Chandler was an outstanding student. He loved to learn. And we discovered that we shared a love of a wide variety of music. He gave me a CD of the band Fleet Foxes because I had mentioned how good they were. I still listen to that CD and I will continue to remember Chandler every time I listen to it. He was thoughtful, kind, smart and gifted. I loved Chandler. I am so sorry for this loss.

There are no words I can say to comfort you. The world lost a beautiful soul and you an amazing son. Peace and Love, Christi

Chandler was my first love at 14 yrs old, and therefore a friend of 13 years now, and I am heartbroken to find he is no longer with us. Chandler was a gentleman, an amazing musician, appreciator of all forms of art and higher thought, he was brilliant. He was silly, funny, and a wonderful friend. I will miss him deeply and my deepest condolences to his family by whom he was highly loved.

May the prayers of so many give some comfort in your time of sorrow.