Nathan Dean Smith, age 42, of Xenia passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023 at Kettering Medical Center. He was born February 2, 1981 in Xenia the son of Susan (Zurface) and the late Dennis D. Smith. He was also preceded in death by his grandmother: Jean Randall.

In addition to his mother, Nathan is survived by his children: Shyann, Autumn, Destyn and Dylan Smith; a sister: Delana Smith (Billy Wick); brother: Isaac (Angela) Smith and 2 grandchildren; the mothers of his children: Beth Neville and Natosha Smith; special cousins: Richie Edwards and Jacob Zurface; numerous nieces and nephews.

Nathan had been a tree trimmer with his father. He enjoyed driving for the demolition derby and small engine repair. He was an outdoorsman, camping, canoeing, and hunting turtles. He especially enjoyed eating his mother's peanut butter fudge.

Celebration of his life will be held Saturday, August 26, 2023 at 2 PM at the Moose Lodge 947 Cincinnati Ave., Xenia.