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David Nathaniel Smith

Passed 09/07/2021

Obituary For David Nathaniel Smith

David Nathaniel Smith, 66, of Henrico, departed this life September 7, 2021. Surviving are two sons, David N. Smith, II, and Brandon E. B. Smith; grandson, Mason Nathaniel Smith; sister, Joyce Smith; brother, Elder William E. Smith (Sheneice); niece, Adrienne Maria Smith, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd, where viewing will be held Thursday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday September 17, 2021 at Scott's Chapel, 116 E. Brookland Park Blvd, Pastor Samuel Peters, officiating. Remains will be forwarded to Leevy Funeral Home, Columbia S. C. for funeral services and burial. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions to the American Cancer Society or Lustgarten Foundation. Livestreaming and online guestbook at scottsfuneralhome.com, video: https://vimeo.com/612854198


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Oh Dave. Today would have been your 67th birthday and I'm so sad you're not here. Thank you for being such a good friend. I will always treasure our time together. To Dave's siblings, sons, grandson, and family, he loved you so. I'm so sorry for your loss, our loss.

I had the pleasure of working with David during his banking years. He was a great man. Praying for your family. May God bless you. Cheryl Ivey Green

Best father a son could ask for and an even better Pops to Mason. You will never be forgotten

Heart felt condolences are sent to the Smith Family. In the coming days God will sustain you, let Him.πŸ’•πŸ™ Deacon & Sister Herbert Isaac

David was loved and respected by so many of us in the banking industry. Rest In Peace my brother.πŸ™πŸΏπŸ™πŸΏ

David was a "gentle giant" of a man whose countenance lit up a space. May God's peace rest upon the family as they grieve this special loss. Rose Stevens & Family

David had a big smile, and a deep contagious laugh. Whether in a board meeting or other, I cannot recall ever seeing him in any other light. R.I.P. David Sympathy and Peace, in time, to your loved ones.

Vanessa B. Minter-Fegans

David will always be remembered! God's strength for you and the entire family. Class of '73, Cheryl McMillan

My sincere condolences and prayers to the Smith family. David was a dear friend and brother, he will be missed. You take your rest in Jesus because you fought a good fight! May God give each of you strength and comfort during this difficult time. In Christian love the Jennings and Sims families.

My deepest condolences to the family! David was my supervisor at VDOT and I'm so saddened to write this post. I pray comfort and peace for the family that only God can provide πŸ™πŸ½πŸ’™ ~Tesha

David was a great friend. You will be missed my brother. My condolences to you and his family.

My condolences to the Smith family I will miss David his smile his laugh but most of all his hugs when he greeted me will miss him dearly

Our David was a dear brother in the Lord with a kind, loving demeanor. His engaging smile and sweet spirit had a wonderful way of making you feel at ease. He will surely be missed. Barbara K. Jones

David was the kindest, most loving person I ever knew. I will miss him forever. Sending my sincere condolences to William, Joyce, Brandon, David and Mason. With Love, Marcey

Our prayers are with you πŸ™πŸΎ. May you comfort in memories you shared. I know David will be missed but not forgotten. Bishop Theodore and Sister Gail Jenkins.

I served with David during the administration of Governor Tim Kaine. We worked together on several projects and he was an absolute joy. I don't know how to put these descriptions in order; he was intelligent, dependable, diligent, conscientious, resourceful, respectful, even-tempered, courteous and outrageously funny. One of my responsibilities was to be the keeper of the Kaine Administration lapel pins - David would lose at least one a week, much more than anyone else - he never admitted that he was selling them on E-Bay. David was a wonderful friend and the very best example of a public servant.

Bernie Henderson

RIP

David was a great friend and I will miss him dearly. His hearty laugh and encouraging words will never be forgotten. Dad loved his family! I send my love and prayers to his sons, grandson, sister, and brother.

With our deepest sympathy and love to our aunt Joyce and the rest of the family. Always, Tasheema & Kamari Grimes

I offer my condolences to the family and friends. It was my honor to meet him during his tenure with the Kaine administration. We have been friends in the intervening years. I know well of his love and devotion for his family. He was also an insatiable Gamecock fan. May he rest in heaven, and may the family be comforted by their memories and blessed with peace. Catherine Hogan

We met through a mutual friend and although our interactions were few I knew I was in good company when around him. He was a gentle giant and a man among men. He truly will be missed and I am deeply saddened by his passing. May he Rest In Peace and may his family and friends find comfort in knowing he is in a much better place than we.

Dave was and still is one of my best friends. He was more like a brother to me. I have so many memories of our time together and know that he has truly gone on to a better place. A very good man has gone on to glory. Dave you will truly be missed. I love you brother.

Mark C. Mann Sr.

Our heartfelt condolences to the family. David was a wonderful person who made many profound contributions to society. We will miss him dearly! We are sending love to the family! (Carolyn, Desiree, Michael, Eddie, Sean, Raphael, Carolyn, Barbara and all the family). Love, Tracey, Lillian, Lisa, Uncle Wiley and familyβ€οΈπŸ™

May God continue to comfort David's family at this time. As a kid, I always wanted to be William and David's little brother. I feel as if one of my big brothers is now gone. To God be the glory. Dennis

I will miss my dear friend. He was such a kindhearted and good man. I love you my friend.πŸ’”πŸ™πŸ½ Angie V. Fields

I was sorry to learn of David passing away. He was a Classmate at Denmark-Olar High School and was a very likable Man. Peace be with the Family. John C Haskell Barnwell, SC

Greetings, Our condolences to the entire Smith family. A good man indeed may he rest in our Father God's love and peace. Thomas Evertte and Lashundree Renita Jenkins Crawford.

Our deepest condolences to the Smith Family. May the Lord continue to keep you all in His tender care, comfort and strengthen you each day. You're in our prayers and we love you all always.

David was one of the very talented young men I had the pleasure of interviewing and hiring into a significant position at a local bank many years ago. He was quite an achiever and went on to serve his community and state in myriad constructive ways. I will always be proud of his successes and to have called him my friend. God's greatest blessings are prayed for his family. Mary DePillars, Richmond, VA

As you go through life you always hold dear the precious friendships you develop in your formative years. David I was shocked to hear of your passing from this earthly life. You have made your run through this life with dignity and grace with a genuine love for people. You continue to live in the hearts, minds and souls whose lives you have touched. Rest in eternal peace.

Tom Hayes

I so enjoyed working with David during the Kaine Administration. His voice was superb as was his singing. Rest easy, David. Love surrounds you and your beautiful family. Margaret (Hughson) Pugh

On behalf of the English family, we extend our deepest sympathy to the Smith family on the loss of a dear son, father, uncle, grandfather. David was a long time close friend and colleague. Will miss you buddy. Rest in Peace. Bryan, Priscilla, Bryan Jr. and Chris.

To all of David's loving family members we send our condolences. We must remember how David persevered and kept his mind on our Savior. This life, with all its pain,is not our final destiny. Much love and respect, Roger & Ernie Taylor - Powhatan, Va

My sincere condolences to my former national choir director and friend Elder William Smith, his precious wife Sheniece, Joyce Smith and the family of David Smith. I did not know David personally but met him during convocation services. He was very kind and always had a smile. I can say the same for Bishop Edward Smith and sister Edna Smith who left encouraging words in my heart. Go forward knowing that the Lord will see you through and give you his shalom. Praying for you. Florence Woods, Jacksonville, FL

The Johnson family sends our sincere condolences to the Smith family. We are so sorry for your loss and will continue to pray for your strength. Charlene

I offer my condolences to the Smith family. David was such a kind, generous and loving man and a friend who has left a huge imprint on my heart. I will miss our Sunday chats on the porch and your larger than life, booming laughter. I know you rest in heaven with your mom and dad, whom you cherished, and that allows me to be at peace in this difficult time of your loss. I will miss you my friend.

Pam O'Berry

David was my colleague and friend as we worked diligently together to deliver for our clients in the banking business. He took great care of his clients and his teammates always the professional. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my brother. You have left a legacy of love for us to honor.

David was our friend, a classmate, and Brother in Christ! We cherish the memories of the times we spent in his presence. His deep baritone voice and genuine laugh were comforting. May God's sustaining Goodness and Mercy reside over William, Joyce, David, Jr., and Brandon during this season of transition. Love, Ben and Saundra Hall in Houston, Tx

May God comfort and keep the Smith family during this difficult time. We are praying for the familyπŸ™πŸΎ

May God continue to give you the strength and comfort you need during this time of sorrow. You are always in our prayers! With much love and prayers to the Smith Family. Elder & Sister Ricky Finklea

We send our sincere prayers and deepest sympathy to the Smith family during the loss of David. May God continue to give you comfort during your time of sorrow. With much love and prayers, Sherman & Diana Linning

A dear Brother in the LORD. He always greeted us with a great smile, and kind words. Our deepest sympathy to the Smith Family. God will continue to give you the needed comfort, peace, and strength. πŸ™β€οΈπŸ’ Brother Richard & Sister Mollie Hayes, Mullins, SC

Dave meant a lot to our family. He was generous with his time, and always had a smile and an uplifting word for our children. He was a kind friend and neighbor. We send warm condolences to his sister and brother, and especially to David and Brandon. - The Buckleys

My brother/friend, David will forever be missedπŸ™πŸΎπŸ™πŸΎπŸ’”

His Excellency David, my friend and brother, you left so soon. I and my family will 😒 miss you! To your brother William and sister Joyce and you sons, my deepest condolences and prayers for Almighty God's comfort! "Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; LOVE leaves a memory no one can steal"!

πŸ™πŸ™πŸ™πŸ’™πŸ’™πŸ’™. My condolences to you and your family.

David is a kind, compassionate man who loved his family so much. Over the years we had a wonderful sister brother relationship and I will never forget him. Sending hugs, love, and praying for comfort for his family and friends. Frances Ashe-Goins

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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