Nelson Michael Smith

Nelson Michael Smith, 17, passed away unexpectedly on August 4, 2025. Nelson, was born in Danville, VA on February 6, 2008 to Mrs. Cynthia Lynn Shoemaker Smith.

Nelson was of the Christian Faith. He was a rising senior at Bartley Yancey High School in Yanceyville, NC. He was a member of the Danville Model Railroad Club.

In addition to his Mother, Nelson is survived by a brother; Cody Chrismon; his grandfather; Larry Newell Shoemaker; his uncles; Bryan Pruitt and Gerald Pyron; his aunt; Rose Pyron; and several cousins.

A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date at Bartley Yancey High School in Yanceyville, NC. A private service for family and close friends only will be held at Livley Stone Baptist Church.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. & Crematory, Mt. Hermon Chapel, Danville, VA is respectfully serving the Smith family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.