Brian R. Smith
October 11, 2013
Brian R. Smith, age 29, passed away from this life on October 11, 2013, after suffering complications following open heart surgery. He was surrounded by his family at the time of his passing, and went to be with Jesus. He was born on July 10, 1984.
Brian was a student at Iowa State University in the Software Engineering program, and had previously attended DMACC. He enjoyed working with and fixing computers. Prior to becoming a college student he had worked a few years for Larry's Window Service, and he found it an adventure to clean the windows of high-rise buildings.
Brian was a musician as well and played the guitar and saxophone, and he used his talents in high school in various bands. He enjoyed going to various music concerts as he liked a wide range of musical types - classical, jazz, rock. He also loved animals, and especially his current dog, Kiara, a Norwegian Elkhound. Brian spoiled her with lots of attention and she loved him.
He is survived by his mother and step-father, Marilyn and Dan Waugh; his father, Karl (Jennifer) Smith; his sister, Stacy; brothers Jesse (Kenzie) Smith and Bradley Smith; step-brother, Zachary Miller; his grandmother, Darlene Garwick; his significant other, Rachel Emmons; his step-grandparents, Bill and Marie Waugh; step-sister, Danette (Mike) Sullivan; step-brother, Matt (Kristie) Waugh; and many extended family members including cousins, aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces.
He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Kenneth Garwick, his aunt, Linda Joy Rutenbeck, and his grandfather, Robert Smith.
Funeral services will be held at 10 a.m., Wednesday, October 16, 2013, at Grace Church, 4200 E. 25th Street in Des Moines, followed by burial at Avon Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, October 15, 2013, at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Brian.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Aaron Sterrett
10/16/2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to your family.
Stephanie Huff Roiland
10/15/2013
I am so sorry for your loss. It was such a shock to hear of his passing. My prayers go out to all of his family and Rachel during this very hard time.
Paul & joAnn Kitt
10/15/2013
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will be praying for Gods comfort for your family.
Heidi Greene Warren
10/15/2013
Our deepest condolences to the Smith family on your loss of Brian. We hope you feel the Lord's loving embrace during this time and will continue to pray for you.
The Warrens,
Gloucester, Virginia
Coleen Stewart
10/15/2013
Greg and Brian used to love to jam on the guitar. He was so much fun and felt like one of my own kids. He will be dearly missed.
Dan & Mel Cockerham
10/15/2013
Our heartfelt sympathies goes out to the entire Smith family & Rachel. Hoping the precious memories you have of Brian helps you all through this sorrowful time. RIP Brian
Annette (Fink) Miller
10/15/2013
Always enjoyed listening to Brian create music, this world has lost a gem. RIP Brian!
Dan Chen
10/15/2013
So sorry for your loss. We will all miss and bless this tall guitar guy.
Linda Martin
10/15/2013
So sorry to hear of your loss.
jim dunn
10/14/2013
what a tragedy!! So sorry for your loss. we shared "the guitar thing."
michael wilson
10/14/2013
very sad to hear that brian is gone he was a great friend you will be missed R.I.P
Cheryl Klein
10/14/2013
Marilyn I am so sorry to hear of Brian's passing. Know he is with the Lord and you will see him again. My prayers to you and your family at this sad time.
Joe Hugen
10/14/2013
Brian was one of the nicest people I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. His kindness was as tall as he was. I never recall seeing Brian without a smile on. Prayers out to him and his family.
Melody Fischbacher
10/14/2013
Marylin, I am so sorry to hear of this. Know that you and your family in our my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
David
10/14/2013
Very sad to hear. Way too young. Lots of thoughts and prayers with the family during this trying time.