Obituary of Scott Huston Smith

Scott Huston Smith, 39, of Seminole, FL passed away April 28, 2023. Scott is survived by his loving wife Erica Johns-Smith, mother Peggy Smith, father Chuck Smith, brother Mark Smith and wife Jenn, brother Jason Smith and wife Parisa, nephew Lucas and niece Elizabeth, sister Katelyn Smith and his cats Jake and Finn who were like his children; as well as a plethora of other family, friends and coworkers. Scott was born in Park Ridge, IL and moved at age four when his father's job transferred the family to Concord California. Scott attended Diablo Valley Community College in California then moved to Indiana to attend Purdue University before moving to Tampa Florida to attend University of South Florida. Scott was employed as a Systems Engineer at Amazon Web Services. He lived life on his terms with an open heart, kind smile and gave the best hugs that anyone could imagine. Scott was the most unique individual whose light on this earth went out too soon. Scott played the saxophone in marching band in high school at DVC, he was in their music program and played guitar in a band. His passions were his cats, music and being a part of a worldwide gaming community. Services will be held on May 5th at 2:30pm at Anderson McQueen Funeral Homes 7820 38th Ave N, St. Petersburg, FL 33710. Scott will be missed more than anyone can imagine.

I’m Scott’s Dad, Chuck and this is the most unfortunate way to meet with all of you today.

Since last Friday when Scott’s physical self left us there has been an outpouring of love and respect regarding Scott to Peggy and myself.

One conversation that Peggy and I had that really touched us deeply was from a very dear friend from Chicago it was.

Remember the “love” That is of how Peggy and I loved Scott and how he loved us, loved his family and Erica

Noting else matters just the love

Scott’s spiritual and physical selves were on a journey. He touched our lives with his love for us, his family, friends, his music, role play gaming, Vikings and always being there for you when you needed it.

So, where is Scott? All you need to do is to think about all your times with Scott and how he made your life better and there you will feel his love, Scott’s presence is there in you.

Nothing else matters just the love

Scott’s physical journey has ended there is no more physical pain or demanding work schedules.

Scott’s spiritual journey moves forward.

Remember his love for you.

We all remember that Scotty truly embraced a Viking moniker.

Here is Scott’s spirit

This is an excerpt from James Jarrett’s "Valhalla"

Now they will carry me on my shield
Though my burning bier
Be but a lonely cell
And tonight I will dine
In the great hall of Valhalla
That place that still lives on
In the mind of men

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