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Nicholas Smith Obituary
Born in East Stroudsburg, he was the son of David Smith of California and Sharon (Smith) DeSanto of New Mexico. Nicholas spent his early years in the East Stroudsburg area, then moving to the California and New Mexico regions and returned to East Stroudsburg five years ago. He was employed by the J. & J. Paving Company of East Stroudsburg.
Nicholas was of the Christian faith.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by three brothers, Roy Smith of Monterey, Calif., Frank Smith of Albuquerque, N.M., and Steven DeSanto of Questa, N.M.; and two sisters, Leona DeSanto and Jessica DeSanto, both of Las Vegas, N.M.; and many aunts, uncles and cousins.
Memorial services will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 20, at the Pula & Bensing Funeral Home, 23 N. Ninth St., Stroudsburg. The family will receive friends from 1 p.m. until the time of services at the funeral home, with a reception to follow.
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Memories and Condolences
for Nicholas Smith
Rosemarie Brennan
November 13, 2023
A sweet nephew whom I'll always remember with great fondness.
Aunt Ro
Mom
November 23, 2021
In my heart I believe.
Sharon Desanto
December 13, 2017
Still missing you.
December 2, 2009
December 2, 2009
We only heard today the passing away of Nick through our good neighbors Pam and Kevin. We wish to extend our condolences to the family and friends of Nick and may God continue to console them in their hour of bereavement. While we have known Nick only for a short time, we will truly miss him. We have been looking forward to working with him again but the Lord has a better job for him in heaven.
Nick, may you rest in peace in God's holy presence.
Manny and Raquel Cardenas
East Stroudsburg,PA 18301
Pam and Kevin Kuehm
December 1, 2009
We just met Nick this past summer when he did some tree work for us. We developed a friendship with him that is hard to find. We found him to be an honest, hard working, trusting and God fearing man. We saw him just before he passed, as he came by to show us his snow plow that he had just purchased for his truck and hoped to get some jobs clearing snow. My husband took him for a ride on the ATV that he just purchased and they had a good time.
We just now found out about his passing. We give our sincerest condolences to the family. We were looking forward to getting to know him better in the future. We know that he is heaven and not suffering any more and when it is time will see him again.We will truly miss our friend.
Jessica DeSanto
November 29, 2009
You reminded all of us that life is short and goes fast. God Bless you and may you Rest in Peace, you are in all of your families prayers. lil sis bug
Leona DeSanto
November 24, 2009
Rest In Peace big bro. I love you and i will miss you. but in my heart i know you are in a better plece..LOVE you YOUR LITTLE SIS Leona
Karen Carlo
November 22, 2009
So sorry to hear about Nick. Definitely gone too soon. My love, prayer and heart go out to you.
November 21, 2009
We loved Nick and he aws always a help when he came to our house. We will miss him. But we know he is in a better place. We know he is in heaven.
Uncle Bob and Aunt Marion- Canadensis,PA
Geraldine Brown
November 20, 2009
Dear Smith/ DeSanto's,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Barbara
November 20, 2009
I only met you this past July but you left a lasting impression that will always be in my heart. May you Rest In Peace.
Rob Visscher
November 20, 2009
Our prayers and thought of sympathy are with the Smith family during this difficult time.
Prayerfully,
Pastor Rob
Hemlock Grove United Methodist Church
Stephanie Smith
November 19, 2009
Rest in Paradise my Brother-in-Law...
Trudy Drake
November 19, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
mary smith
November 19, 2009
Hey Nick, Our door is always open and you are in our hearts. We will always be together cause we have been from the start. Uncle Earl ,Carl, Cory ,Caroline and mary Smith
Mary Smith
November 19, 2009
Hey Nick, Our door is always open and you are in our hearts. We will always be together because we have been from the start. Uncle Earl, Carl, Cory ,Caroline and Mary Smith
Georgia Begaye
November 19, 2009
My deepest condolences to Sharon and rest of family My thoughts and prayers are with you
mary smith
November 19, 2009
Hey Nick, Our door was always open and you are in our hearts. We will always be together because we have been from the start. See you on the rainbow bridge. Uncle Earl, Carl ,Mary ,Cory and Caroline Smith
Mary Smith
November 19, 2009
Hey Nick, Our door was always open and you are in our hearts. We will always be together because we have been from the start. See you on the rainbow bridge. Uncle Earl, Carl ,Mary ,Cory and Caroline Smith
mary smith
November 19, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Donna Hineline
November 19, 2009
Rest in peace and know that you will never be forgot..
Stew
November 19, 2009
God Bless Nick and his entire Family at these very difficult time. My life is better for knowing Nicholas. His journey continues, it is most difficult on the ones left behind. God Bless You Sharon. Stew & Deb
Matt Martinez
November 19, 2009
Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve and as always you are in our prayers.
john custard
November 19, 2009
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Margie Urban
November 19, 2009
Rest in Peace, Nicholas. You are now a star shining brightly. Many prayers for Sharon and family.
November 19, 2009
God Bless everyone who touched Nick's life! Nick will be remembered by his family and friends as a kind, caring soul who hit the ground runnig to his next adventure. Thank you all and thank God.
Sharon aka: MOM
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