I miss you DJ and I will always love you.

Although you are gone, you will never be forgotten.

Miss you and love you.
Aunt Paula

I miss you everyday DJ.

Love you, Aunt Paula

DJ, your memory will live on and will never be forgotten.  
Miss you - Aunt Paula

Today is the Anniversary Eve of the day D.J. went away.  Time slips by and life goes on, but from our hearts he will never be gone.  He will never be forgotten and every year I will shed a tear and wish he was still here.
 
They say that times a healer but as the time goes on I find it hard to face the fact that D.J. is gone.  Our time together was special so were the memories we made.  And although you live in Heaven now those memories never fade.
 
We think about you always, we talk about you too, we have beautiful memories but we wish we still had you.
 
I miss you D.J.
Aunt Paula


So the 13th was your birthday and the entire day I couldn't stop thinking about. Happy heavenly birthday Deejay!!! We will celebrate again one day! See you on the otherside my friend!!!

Hi Dan, I miss you every day.  Just wanted to thank you for making me smile.  Look, the orchid you gave me is blooming again. Must be you letting me know that you're OK. I'll see you, again, someday in Valhalla. 

Dj,

Everyone tonight kept mentioning how they saw you as a brother and that couldn’t have been more true. You were the kind of older brother I didn’t want, but  the one I needed.  Without your tough love, I would have never been able to grow this thick skin that I needed for this world.  Dj, you really did leave an impact on everyone you crossed paths with. You are an extraordinary soul who will be greatly missed. I will too miss that crooked smile and obnoxiously loud laugh that used to make me want to pull my hair out. Now, I would do anything to hear it one last time. I consider all of my brothers friends to be family, but you were definitely a Federico at heart. I love you & please say hi to my uncle for me.

DJ,

I remember meeting you for the first time during swim team when we either 8 or 9 years old.  From then on, we would end up finding each other at various activities that our parents signed us up for.  All while teasing each other relentlessly.  Even through all the teasing we were still friends. I'm glad you were a part of my childhood, my adolescence, and even my early adult years at EVC. I'm sad we lost touch after 2010.  I hope you see again some day on the other side. 

Always,

Melissa

We had some good times together. I can still here you joking around with that funny face and voice you always did. Standing over me with that slant in your step making me laugh. Gone but not forgotten brotha!!!!

I knew DJ since Laurelwood Elementary. 
Even though we didn't hang out with the same kids, we definitely shared plenty moments of friendship through our deep fanatical obsession with Pokemon and Digimon.  Him and I would set up secret Pokemon battles in the boys bathroom during recess with other students since it was banned (we were both adamant that we could never lose to someone in a lower grade!) 
I can't remember what grade he came in to Laurelwood but my earliest memory was when him and I were assigned rainy day lunch duty for a lower pod classroom. We thought we were SO much older and cooler!
Little did we know at that time that a few years later we would both be cast as WINGED MONKEYS in the 6th grade musical Wizard of Oz play (yes we sang and danced--I think DJ was King Monkey even!)  We both went to different middle schools and didn't talk much at Silver Creek but when we did cross paths at school events/social gatherings, we would always have a great time and remissness on "back in the Laurelwood days."

DJ was a great man and a guy that anyone could warm up to within seconds--not something we come by often.  

DJ,

I'm having a hard time thinking of the right words to say right now. I miss you so much. You made such an impact on myself & everyone around you & I hope you know that. You are so deeply loved & missed. Thank you for all the joy you brought to us. Thank you for all the lessons you taught me & all the experiences we shared. I love you & I always will. 

To Mom & Dad, your son was an amazing man. He loved you both, I know that for a fact.

When we lost you, we lost a man with an exceptional sense of humor, a wicked smart conversationalist, a professional wrestling aficianado, and a loyal and loving friend for life. Your intensity for life was compelling, and will be sorely missed by all of us who were lucky enough to know you. I can't believe I won't get to have another one of our wrestling debates ever again. We're all gonna miss you, brother. Rest easy...

I am so grateful to know you, Dan. Even on my lowest of days, you could make me laugh and brighten things up. Even when you were low, we could joke enough to lighten up life enough to be ok. I will always remember your goofy and jovial spirit. I still can't believe I never get to say hello and hug you again. You have been such a caring and loyal friend. May you rest in peace and may we always remember you.

DJ,

My big little brother.  For many years of our lives we were inseparable.  The memories we created are now stories that sound unbelievable.  It is still surreal that you are no longer here.  However, the joy and happiness that you brought into my life as well as everyone's lives you touched, will last forever.  You are a special, one of a kind individual and you brought so much happiness to this world.

There are so many things I wish I can say to you, but I know we will meet again.  You are greatly missed here but I know you are spreading your light elsewhere.  Love you bro.  

- Tito

Whether it be an accent war or just telling crazy jokes you always kept me on my toes and laughing so hard my cheeks and stomach hurt! I will forever remember your voice and all of the really fun times we had and how you loved our kids before you met them.  It never mattered if we went to a boring milestone celebration with Kat and Sonia's work or a gathering with friend's you were the one who made it a memorable moment.   It will NEVER be dosvedanya my friend. ❤

DJ what can I say that you haven’t said 1000 times with no words. You were the life of the party your smile lights up a room you’re a really good guy and I had a lot of fun with you and I can’t believe you’re gone. You will be missed you will always be loved and you’ll always be a friend of mine close to my heart. I love you DJ rest in peace my friend until we meet again on the other side

Dearest Dan
Thank you for being the shoulder I could cry on and for making me laugh so hard I could cry.   Thank you for your friendship and love.   Thank you for always looking out for me and protecting me.  You will always be one of my dearest friends.  You know you are like a son to me and will remain in my heart forever.  I love and miss you, Kid
 
Love Always and Forever
Beth

DJ
You made me laugh until I cried, I loved being silly with you, I will never be able to hear a Russian accent without laughing, watching you and Kat have dance battles is one of my favorite things ever, listening to you and Jaime debate on wrestling  was hilarious, so many memories that until you left us were just fun times with more to come but now will be cherished happy times forever that will warm my heart. 
             You life was a blessing,
            Your memory a treasure, 
          You are loved beyond words,
          And missed beyond measure. 

            Love and miss you forever 


You brought a lot of joy into this world. You always lived for the moment, and did what you felt. I’ll always admire that about you. This place most definitely won’t be the same without you. Always loved, never forgotten. 

DJ, 

The world was so much brighter with you in it. You had the largest heart and soul of anyone that I’ve known. Oh, all the memories I will forever cherish. 

You were such a delight to be around. I’ve never seen anyone that could liven up a room the minute they walked in, the way you could. Your smile was always the highlight of my day.  I will forever miss our random moments of boredom and look at each other  and say “dance party?” and dance we did. 

I will always miss the sound of your voice and laughter and the way your long arms would just wrap me up in the biggest bear hug that you would give me at the most random moments. 

You are forever in my heart and you know that, I know you are looking down and watching over all of us. In the meantime I will take of everyone here for you, okay. 

I love you forever,  DJ. Can’t wait to dance with you again one day ❤️

To Pat and Dan,

I am here for anything you need, always. Rain or shine. I love you both. 

Love always, 
KAT  (Kitten) 

From EVC classes to kicking back at Violas. You were a great person to be around, and for sure the life of the party. Remember when we lifted weights like crazy! I'm gona miss you brother! Much love for you! Til we meet again my friend. Forever in our hearts. Amen.

To my baby sister Pat and brother-in-law Dan, our family has been blessed to have been given the honor of having so many memories of DJ.  He was a shining light in a sometimes dismal world.  I know it will be hard, but you can take joy in knowing Mom and Dad will watch over him.
Love you forever,
Paula, Chelsea & Arianna

DJ you made the world a bit more wonderful. 

As a youngster you were a rascal; getting into trouble regularly. But you were hard to stay mad with. Your crooked smile, or your warped wisdom about any of your misdeeds; like the time you refused to wear a jacket when it was cold. Pam, if I don’t wear a jacket when it’s cold I don’t have to worry about losing it—this made perfect sense to him and, I must admit, to me as well. However, a smile and a snarky remark will only take you so far. 

I asked Pattie and Dan to let DJ come to LA. I wanted him to understand the “other” side of life. Skid Row is a scary place, and I wanted DJ to understand what life was like on the streets. I got him a job feeding the homeless.  Skid Row is a tough place. The smell of the street people or their dazed look is enough to frighten anyone. DJ wanted to know how could people live like this? But after several conversations with the homeless, he realized that this could be him. He saw the world with his heart instead of his eyes. He showed compassion that was beyond his age.

My memories of DJ are funny, pleasant, quiet interactions. A culinary delight was watching him eat a pile of croutons with Ranch Dressing. Babysitting and staying up all night just to make sure he was safe gave me great comfort.

He had so much potential and so much left to do. He was my little prince.

We always think we have time and better things are coming tomorrow. We only have now. Those we love don’t go away; they walk beside us every day, still missed and still loved. 
DJ, my sweet prince, rest in peace.

Love you much,
Aunt Pam


So very sad to hear of DJ's passing.  He is taken way to soon.  My husband and I have known him since he was in Elementary School.  Watched him grow up to be a kind young man.  My condolence goes out to Pat and Dan.  We are always here for you.

Doug and Sue Van Ess

Words can’t describe the disbelief and heart ache I felt  when I realized you were taken too soon from this world. We’ve known each other since we were little kids and even though we lost touch over the years; you, your mom and dad were never far from my mind! I remember our last chat was late night as I was just barely getting home from work; it was always good seeing you from time to time. BUT  now I’ll only be able to see you in my dreams. 

Thank you for being a lifelong friend and neighbor. You will be missed greatly! 💔

Love always, 
Jenn Moran 

Dear DJ,
We are shocked to hear of your passing.  I pray you are at Peace. Jennifer called me today to say she received a flyer left on her car windshield about your funeral.    You were a good friend to Jennifer and a good neighbor.  You both have shared a great friendship and I loved watching you both grow up and still keeping in touch or just saying Hi when you saw each other. 

I pray for your Mom Pat and Dad Dan.

The Moran's



Deejay,
You came into my life in 2004. I was going into freshman year at Silver Creek and you were a Senior. I fell in love with you almost instantly and I cherished every single day we spent together while you were still in school. From my surprise birthday parties after cheer practice at the quad.... To Valentines day when you surprisingly got me the sweetest gifts. I remember walking with you to Derek's house... When i should have been in my last class but talking to you and being close to you made life seem better.  For 4 years, you made my life memorable... You told me I couldn't be you "girlfriend" until I turned 18... Then soon after I was 18 you proposed to me. We had our ups and downs and we were so young. When you showed up to go with me to senior prom I felt like the luckiest girl alive. I will forever cherish our time and love until I see you again! I will always love you my Danimal! Forever your Oreo! Xoxo

Dan ( Mejo ) you left to enter Gods Kingdom early , but i know your Dancing in Heaven . I will forever keep you in my heart and remember how you wore so loving and kind and full of life. and how you always looked out for me. Until we reunite again in Gods Kingdom forever yours as  you would call me  ( Abuelita  ) . Love you 

I cant Believe my friend Dan  is gone . I have three pictures on my desk and one of them is he and I. I love that guy , he was the life of the party . Dan could always make us dance,sing and laugh.  He was so smart and knew everything about music. 

I cant pic one memory as my phone is full of them from birthday party's to new years ever party to just a fun sunday watching his favorite team win GOOD OLE SEAHAWKS.

LOVE YOU MY FRIEND I WILL FOREVER MISS YOU  

OBITUARIO

Daniel E Smith-Johnson

13 julio, 1987 – 20 febrero, 2020

Oak Hill Funeral Home & Memorial Park

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