Presley’s Story

Site created on July 1, 2021

It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce that Craig and Lenee Smith’s three daughters were involved in a horrific auto accident on Wednesday June 30th outside of Lake Powell. Tragically, their eldest daughter Addison has passed away, and their youngest, Presley, was airlifted to the nearest hospital. Thankfully, their middle daughter Kendelle did not sustain major injuries.

As you can imagine, there are no words to describe all of our shock and grief. Please join us in bold prayer for the Smith family.

*** IMPORTANT, Please note that donations made on Caring Bridge via the Tribute page go to Caring Bridge operations only, NOT The Smith Family!  We will be releasing info on how you can support the Smith family in the near future. ***

Newest Update

Journal entry by Nick Carleton

Presley’s surgery on Friday was a great success and her surgeon felt like everything is healing and going according to plan with her jaw and mouth injuries. She is now hardware free in her mouth and her gums will take about 2 weeks to heal. After that, she will be able to begin the process of addressing her missing teeth which will involve a temporary solution for awhile until she can consider permanent implants down the road. 


Her next Denver trip is on August 9th where we hope to have her cast removed and the pins in her wrist taken out.  Aside from a few other follow-up appointments on the same day, she is doing great.  


Please know how grateful we are for your support, care and committed prayers on our behalf and that of the dear families involved.  Words fail to express our gratitude.


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