Keaton Wayne Smith

Keaton Smith, a tender soul whose life was a testament to the purity of childhood, entered into rest on July 27, 2025. Born on August 21, 2021, in Temple, Texas, Keaton's journey, though brief, was marked by an abundance of love and joy that he generously shared with all who knew him. He was the beloved son of Hannah Ochoa of Temple, Texas, and Blake Smith of College Station, Texas, and the dearly loved brother of Colt Smith of Temple, Texas. Keaton’s days were filled with laughter, wonder, and simple joys. He had a special fondness for and often seen delighting in play with his beloved toy animals. His eyes lit up with excitement every time The Lion King played—always by his own enthusiastic request. Side by side with his brother, Colt, Keaton found his favorite playmate and closest friend. Their bond was full of adventure and discovery, a shared journey of childhood filled with moments that will live forever in the hearts of those who witnessed them. At the center of Keaton’s world was his loving family, especially his mother, Hannah Ochoa, whose nurturing presence helped shape his gentle and kind spirit. As we remember Keaton, we are reminded of the words of Jesus Christ, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14). In his innocence and purity, Keaton was a living example of this heavenly grace. In the wake of Keaton's passing, we find solace in the words of the renowned poet, Helen Keller: "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Keaton's spirit, his loving nature, and the joy he brought to our lives will forever remain etched in our hearts. As we bid farewell to Keaton Smith, we celebrate the light he brought into this world. His gentle soul and kind heart have left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him. Though his time with us was brief, the love he shared will continue to ripple through our lives for eternity. Keaton is now cradled in the arms of our Heavenly Father, where he will watch over us until we meet again in the glory of God's kingdom.

Keaton’s days were filled with laughter, wonder, and simple joys. He had a special fondness for animals, often seen delighting in play with his beloved toy animals. His eyes lit up with excitement every time The Lion King played—always by his own enthusiastic request. Side by side with his brother, Colt, Keaton found his favorite playmate and closest friend. Their bond was full of adventure and discovery, a shared journey of childhood filled with moments that will live forever in the hearts of those who witnessed them. At the center of Keaton’s world was his loving family, especially his mother, Hannah Ochoa, whose nurturing presence helped shape his gentle and kind spirit.

As we remember Keaton, we are reminded of the words of Jesus Christ, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." (Matthew 19:14). In his innocence and purity, Keaton was a living example of this heavenly grace. In the wake of Keaton's passing, we find solace in the words of the renowned poet, Helen Keller: "What we have once enjoyed we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Keaton's spirit, his loving nature, and the joy he brought to our lives will forever remain etched in our hearts.

As we bid farewell to Keaton Smith, we celebrate the light he brought into this world. His gentle soul and kind heart have left an indelible mark on those who had the privilege of knowing him. Though his time with us was brief, the love he shared will continue to ripple through our lives for eternity. Keaton is now cradled in the arms of our Heavenly Father, where he will be playing with gentle lions until we meet again in the glory of God's kingdom.