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Obituary For Kaitlyn M. Nesmith
Princess Kaitlyn Makenzie Nesmith(Kaity Bug), age 11, peacefully transitioned on Tuesday, March 8 th at Prisma Health Children’s Hospital in Greenville, South Carolina. She was born on July 25, 2011. Kaitlyn was the Princess of Gary and Harriet Nesmith of Spartanburg, SC. Kaitlyn was preceded by her maternal grandparents the late Harry and Martha Lee Gleaton and two siblings Tamara Michelle Nesmith, and Kristen London Nesmith Kaitlyn was affectionately known as Kaity Bug, Pumpkin, My Sweet Thang, My Sweetie Pea, Kaity Pooh, and from her dance friends Queen. She loved fingernails of all kind and even was working on doing them professionally. Starbucks and Target were her outlet and spent much time and Moms’ money there. She loved Tik Tok, making videos, and spending time with family and friends. She was a devoted and active member of First Worship Church. She served the church in many capacities at her tender age which included singing on the Youth Choir, serving on the Stewardess Board, Usher Board, a Youth Ministry Leader and an instrumental mentor to the children of the church. Kaitlyn was an honor roll student at R.P. Dawkins Middle School Spartanburg, as well as she was affiliated with Arts Academy of the Carolinas Dance Studio for numerous years. She was a band member at Dawkins Middle as well as the Dawkins school choir. She loved to be a second mom to her brother Drake in which she called him her Drakey. Drake will all miss her say “Come on Drake”, each time it was time to go somewhere. A lovely, outgoing child, Kaitlyn was known by her friends and family to be smart, witty, ambitious, sweet, caring, loving, strong willed and ready for anything. Special Phrases from her dance friends are “Yess Queen”, “We love you” and” Never give up”. Her favorite songs were “Shine Like A Dimond” by Rihanna, “Stand Up” by Cynthia Erivo and she also Loved Janet Jackson. In addition to her parents, she is survived her brother, Drake Nesmith; her paternal grandparents, Rand and Bobbie Nesmith of Andrews, SC; her uncle, Alonzo (Jobreyia) Gleaton of Whitmire, SC; and her aunts, Gail Pressley of Kingstree, SC and Attia Nesmith of Andrews, SC. Balvin Dorsey a special uncle and a very special cousin Andrea Gleaton. Adopted sisters Cara Childers, and Lexi Gosnell. God sister Zuria Wilson, and God brother Malachi Johnson as well as a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
A Celebration of the Treasured Life of Kaitlyn Makenzie Nesmith will be held on Sunday, March 12, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at First Worship Church, 504 N. Church St., Spartanburg, SC. The Reverend Arnold McJimpsey will officiate.
Interment will be held at a later time at St. Mark A.M.E. Church, Kingstree, South Carolina.
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Kendrick Wilson sent The Peace Lily for Kaitlyn M. Nesmith - March 11, 2023
From : Bernard & Cynthia Wilson Kendrick & Tracy Wilson Damien & Samanda Wilson We all are truly sorry for your loss and give our deepest condolences...
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Iesha Jefferson sent Living Spirit Dishgarden for Kaitlyn M. Nesmith - March 10, 2023
Praying for your peace and strength during this dark hour. With Deepest Sympathy, Iesha Jefferson-Oliver,Charles Oliver, Ivella Jefferson and Blondell Williams.
Julie Elliott sent Sweet Moments for Kaitlyn M. Nesmith - March 10, 2023
We pray for comfort and peace for family and friends. Love Julian & Lillie Garner Rhonda and Sydney Lawson
May your memories bring you comfort during this time. We love you and will continue to pray for you.
Kendrick and Latrice Johnson
Sending my most sincere condolences to you and you family during this difficult time. My Praying for strength during this difficult times. Tiffany Jackson (SMC c/o 1996).
We are praying that you find peace and comfort during time. Jamey & Yvette
My condolences goes out to you and your family. I'm sorry for your loss. I pray you have strength. Love Sonya Gillespie.
I'm praying for peace and comfort for your family and you. My deepest condolences goes out to your family. I'm sorry for your loss.
Gary and Harriet We extend our sympathies, thoughts and prayers to you all during this difficult time. May God comfort you all and give you strength in the days to come. Darren, Christie Wright and Family
TO The Nesmith Family, you have our deepest sympathy and unwavering support, wishing you peace, Comfort, Courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. Love The Gibson Family
I'm so Grateful for being a part of my Katie Katie life her laughter is forever in my heart God's love is Forever Near your Angel is not Gone but Dancing For God we love Gary,Harriet and Drake.
To Cousin Gary, Harriet, and the Nesmith Family, we pray as the days continue to pass, you find comfort and support in the people that surround you, in the wonderful memories, and comfort in knowing Princess Kaitlyn is safe in the arms of Jesus. Wallace and Berlinda Nesmith-Mack & Family
Gary, Harriet and the family, I am so sadden for your loss. I send my deepest condolences to the entire family and Kaitlyn's many friends. May God's peace, comfort, love, and wisdom help you during this very difficult time. Emma S Garner and family
Gary, Harriet and the family, I am so sadden for your loss. I send my deepest condolences to the entire family and Kaitlyn's many friends. May God's peace, comfort, love, and wisdom help you during this very difficult time. Emma S Garner and family
Gary, Harriet and the family, I am so sadden for your loss. I send my deepest condolences to the entire family and Kaitlyn's many friends. May God's peace, comfort, love, and wisdom help you during this very difficult time. Emma S Garner and family
Gary, Harriet and the family, I am so sadden for your loss. I send my deepest condolences to the entire family and Kaitlyn's many friends. May God's peace, comfort, love, and wisdom help you during this very difficult time. Emma S Garner and family
Gary, Harriet and the family, I am so sadden for your loss. I send my deepest condolences to the entire family and Kaitlyn's many friends. May God's peace, comfort, love, and wisdom help you during this very difficult time. Emma S Garner and family
Gary, Harriet, and Drake, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Kaitlyn. She was such a Princess. I will never forget her infectious smile and her genuine hugs. I pray that God will provide you with the strength you need at this time. I know He will. I am speechless! A beautiful soul gone too soon!🌹Bert Smith
Gary, Harriet, and Drake, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Kaitlyn. She was such a Princess. I will never forget her infectious smile and her genuine hugs. I pray that God will provide you with the strength you need at this time. I know He will. I am speechless! A beautiful soul gone too soon!🌹Bert Smith
Gary, Harriet, Drake and the Nesmith Family, no amount of words can express the pain we feel right now, because your pain is our pain. Kaitlyn was in inspiration to all of us. We are praying that God will give us comfort and strength during this sad time. Lillian R. Robinson and family
Sending sincere condolences to both of you! Continue to lean and depend on God! He will see you through! Hillard and Jackie Stevens.
Condolences to Gary, Harriet and Family. I am so terribly saddened by the loss of your beloved daughter. Words cannot convey to the sorry I feel. Please accept my condolences at your time of bereavement. Sleep in Perfect Peace Kaitlyn. I'm praying for you Gary and Harriet.🙏🏽🙏🏽 Love Dorothea Jones and Family...❤️
Gary and Harriet, my heart goes out to you for the untimely death of your beautiful daughter! May God hold you two close during this time of bereavement. Lean on the beautiful memories of your sweet daughter! Love, Mary Chandler
Gary and Harriet my heart goes out to you all on the untimely lost of your beloved daughter ! I continue to pray that God will comfort you all during this time of bereavement. Think of the good memories of your baby girl. Love to both of you.
Harriet, and Gary - please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. My heart is heavy. Lord, please give this family strength to endure.
Angela & Darren Butler
My Lord thank you for your love
I don't know your family personally, but a few of my friends danced with your daughter. I have watched their hearts break over the loss. I can see that she has made such an impact on everyone around her. Prayers for your family and friends during this tough time.
Harriet, I met you when you helped me with my mother's paperwork at the Pearl Street White Oak Manor. (Mildred Wofford) You were so kind and I always enjoyed the family photos you displayed in your office. My heart breaks with you for this overwhelming loss, as I also have lost a daughter. I will be praying for God's grace to cover you and your family and give you comfort. Ann W Compton
Children are most certainly a precious gift from God. Kaitlyn was our beautiful angel. Her phenomenal smile would light up any room that she entered. Kaitlyn's vivacious spirit along with her respectful demeanor always made others gravitate to her. Our talented angel has transitioned, but she will live in our hearts indefinitely! Gary and Harriet, you are both the epitome of how parents should lead and guide their children. God will continue to strengthen you throughout this difficult time. We love you! May God grant us the serenity to accept the things that we cannot change, the courage to change the things that we can and the wisdom to know the difference. {The Family of the Late Reverend Horace and Mary Nesmith}
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