Craig Leatham Smith, 75, passed away on the morning of January 10th.

Craig was born on May 12th, 1950, in Logan, Utah, to John William Smith and Evelyn Parker Leatham. He is survived by his sons, Matthew, Jed, and Brett; by his partner, Joyce Westmoreland; by his siblings Rod Smith, Pam ( Gary) Anderson, Annie ( Bob) Emmett, Jana ( Mike) Hansen, and Mark (Melissa) Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Brandon.

A Celebration of Life will be held to honor Craig on a date near his birthday in May.

In lieu of flowers, if you would like to contribute to his Celebration of Life, you may do so at: @Jed-Smith-38

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Published by The Preston Citizen from Jan. 13 to Jan. 14, 2026.

Memories and Condolences
for Craig Smith

Sponsored by Red Rose Funeral Home - Preston.

8 Entries

Dennie Christensen

January 19, 2026

Craig´s family moved to their home on 3rd West in Logan across the street from me when we were both 5 years old, and we soon became best friends. We, along with other neighborhood kids did everything together - marbles, bikes, little league baseball (my dad coached, Craig was a good left-handed pitcher, and I played catcher), roller and ice skating, fishing, catching & raising pigeons, summer sleep outs, Logana swimming, doodle bugs (motorized scooters), pinball machines, hitching cars (in the winter), and other fun (and occasional mischievous) activities we could dream up. During our teens, we developed a strong interest in popular music of the times, and formed a garage cover band, playing at school and community events. This evolved into a lifelong passion of playing music together which strengthened our friendship and kept us and our bandmates closely connected throughout our adult lives. On my trips to Logan, in addition to band gigs, we enjoyed going to Crystal Springs and spending occasional weekends at Lava Hot Springs. In the mid `90´s, Craig accompanied me on a business trip to Nashville, TN where we spent several days checking out live bands and tourist sites, including the Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry.
Craig had many challenges during his life which he overcame with determination, a positive attitude, and the support of family members and friends. He was blessed to have a strong and loving relationship with his five younger siblings, three sons and their families, and his caring and supportive partner, Joyce. He had a positive, care-free outlook on life, and was well liked by all who knew him. Although I will dearly miss Craig, it´s comforting to know he has reunited with parents, his son, Brandon, other family members and friends on the other side. I´m a better person for having Craig as my lifelong best friend! Rest in Peace, until we meet again!
Dennie

Dennie Christensen

January 19, 2026

Craig´s family moved to their home on 3rd West in Logan across the street from me when we were both 5 years old, and we soon became best friends. We, along with other neighborhood kids did everything together - marbles, bikes, little league baseball (my dad coached, Craig was a good left-handed pitcher, and I played catcher), roller and ice skating, fishing, catching & raising pigeons, summer sleep outs, Logana swimming, doodle bugs (motorized scooters), pinball machines, hitching cars (in the winter), and other fun (and occasional mischievous) activities we could think of. During our teens, we developed a strong interest in popular music of the times, and formed a garage cover band, playing at school and community events. This evolved into a lifelong passion of playing music together which strengthened our friendship and kept us and our bandmates closely connected throughout our adult lives. On my trips to Logan, in addition to band gigs, we enjoyed going to Crystal Springs and occasional weekends to Lava Hot Springs. In the mid `90´s, Craig accompanied me on a business trip to Nashville, TN where we spent several days checking out live bands and tourist sites, including the Ryman Auditorium and Grand Ole Opry.
Craig had many challenges during his life which he overcame with determination, a positive attitude, and the support of family members and friends. He was very blessed to have a strong and loving relationship with his five younger siblings, three sons and their families. He had a happy, care-free outlook on life, and was well liked by all who knew him.
Although I will dearly miss Craig, it´s comforting to know he has reunited with parents, his son, Brandon, other family members and friends on the other side. I´m a better person for having Craig as my lifelong best friend! Rest in Peace, until we meet again!
Dennie

Cohen christensen

January 16, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jennise Jones

January 16, 2026

This absolutely breaks my heart. He will be greatly missed and a thousand pictures come to mind of that infectious smile and a laugh you could listen to all day. Truly breaks my heart. My thoughts and prayers are with all of his family.

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Sharee Horman Billman

January 15, 2026

Craig was a person with a heart as big as his beautiful smile.
My thoughts and prayers to his family!!!

Mark Lunt

January 15, 2026

Craig was so important to the local music scene and in particular to helping get music going at the Cache Bar & Grill. He volunteered to help with the construction where he was up on the scaffold with me "stamping the ceiling". Craig was able to perform at the Cache multiple times and he regularly came to support other musicians. Craig was also a regular at the Island Market where you could here his warm laugh 2 rows over when he was chopping it up with employees or other customers.
We sure are going to miss you buddy!!

Hollis Cole

January 15, 2026

Sorry to hear that Craig had passed away, he was a good man with a big personality, he had a love for life and people, RIP buddy!

Mary Jo Hansen

January 15, 2026

How I will miss this good man--his fun personality, his laughter, his jokes, his music, as well as his sincerity. He used to make me laugh so hard when I would see him crack himself up. I treasure the years we shared through music. I love him like a dear brother. Rest well Craig. You have gone to another place now, but you will not be forgotten here by those who love you so much. Mary Jo

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