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Darius Rayshawn Smith
1997 - 2021
Darius Rayshawn Smith
1997 - 2021
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BORN
1997
DIED
2021
Darius Smith Obituary
DARIUS RAYSHAWN SMITH, 24, of Roanoke, Virginia, departed this life on Monday, March 1, 2021. He was born in Fall River, Massachusetts, on February 4, 1997.
He attended Roanoke City Public Schools and graduated from Patrick Henry High School, class of 2015.
Darius was a devoted father and a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, and boyfriend. Darius loved his family with no limits and was very protective. He loved his son, Jayden, and strived to be the best father he could be!
He had a passion for playing basketball. Darius was a big Los Angeles Lakers fan, and Kobe Bryant was his idol. According to Darius, he was the “best driver in Roanoke.”
A life gone too soon, but one that will NEVER be forgotten!
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Sonjia Robertson. Darius is survived by his son, Jayden Wright; parents, Kirk Smith and Donsha Wright; brothers, Shaykeem Wright and Joshua Bonds; sisters, Destinee Wright, Katlin Smith, and September Sayles; grandparents, Shirley Smith and Chester Smith, Sr.; significant other, Amber Davies; and other relatives and friends.
A public viewing will be held Sunday, March 7, 2021, from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m. at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home & Crematory. A private Celebration of Life service will be held 11 a.m. Monday, March 8, 2021. Live streaming will be available from the Hamlar-Curtis website. Click “View Live Streaming Here” at the top of the screen. Condolences may be sent to www.Hamlar-Curtis.com.
Fletcher Nichols
March 12, 2021
I am too sad for words. God be with you.
I was one of Darius’s teachers from PH, Mr. Nick.
Sharon Robertson
March 8, 2021
Missing you greatly and will never forget your smile. Remembering how handsome you looked all dressed up at my wedding. You were a blessing and touched so many lives. Love You!
Aunt Sharon and Uncle Danny
Evie and DeiAra Lewis
March 8, 2021
Sending prayers of comfort during this difficult time
Ashiley Caldwell
March 8, 2021
I’m so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with the family.
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Joyce Smith
March 8, 2021
My heart aches without you here in our presence. You are a wonderful Nephew, Father and Brother. It was a blessing to have you in my life... I love you...
Auntie Joyce
Ronda Burton
March 8, 2021
We continually keep Darius' family and Amber in our prayers for strength and comfort. Darius had share Christmas and family birthday celebrations with us. Darius had a wonderful smile. He will be missed.
Ashley Mack
March 8, 2021
I continue to play memories of our childhood in my thoughts and dreams. You were always there for everyone no matter the circumstances. My heart is full to see how many lives you touched, I just wish it wasnt so soon that you departed from us. Fly high baby boy, you will be forever loved.
Cheryl Evans
March 7, 2021
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief, from Cherie Evans and family.
Rosalyn Ashley
March 7, 2021
Red, I am so sorry for your loss....may God continue to give your heart comfort during this time...
Love Tweet, Kevin, Sydney and Kennedy
Michelle Manns
March 7, 2021
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. My Prayers as are with the Family
Jessica Stella
March 7, 2021
Sweet Darius... I am at a loss for words. I watched you grow from a baby to a man, and enjoyed you every step of the way. You will be missed by many. You were a wonderful father, and your son will always have happy memories of your time together on earth. Fly high baby boy!
Sheila Baker
March 6, 2021
May the Lord comfort you all at your time of loss. It is our prays knowing that God is true to his Word to give you the peaceful joy that comes in the morning.
Lovingly Submitted
Your Cousin Sheila Baker & Family
Juanita Wright
March 6, 2021
My heart is full of hurt and sadness that we have lost such a great man my nephew. I thank his parents Kirk and donsha that they me an opportunity to share in raising him. He will always be in my heart and truly missed. All my love auntie nita.
Amber Davies
March 5, 2021
I really miss you. You were my love and were taken to soon. Things will never be the same again without your presence. You were who I came home to everyday same for you to me. We went to sleep together, woke up together, and did plenty more together everyday for years. I may of not known you my whole life, but I did know you before the end and years before it. Your home was my home. Wherever we were together was home. You will never leave my heart. I was anticipating the rest of my life with you as you know. We had goals we achieved and some goals we didn't achieve just yet, but we were working on it all. I LOVE YOU.. more than anything, but you knew that. ❤
Sherry Wright
March 5, 2021
Am going to miss you Nephew but you’re in a better place it’s just so sad that I had to say goodbye so soon love you your Aunt BooBah
Linda Journiette
March 5, 2021
Red,
So sorry to hear about Darius. May God give you peace and comfort. Love you.
Linda, Stephen, Wenslow and Sid Journiette
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