Dylan James Smith of Kingston, NS, died unexpectedly of organ failure on June 13, 2017 at the Valley Regional Hospital in Kentville. He was only 25 years old. Dylan had a heart of gold and would give the shirt off his back if someone needed it. He loved and was deeply loved by his family and friends. Dylan enjoyed the outdoors, had an affinity for animals, and loved working with his hands. Dylan was also a talented and avid guitarist. Dylan is survived by his parents, Geri and Brian, of Kingston, NS; his sister, Shelby, of Halifax; his maternal grandfather, Pius, of Fox Cove-Mortier, NL; his girlfriend, Alicia McDonald, and her son, Evan, of Hantsport, NS; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Maternal grandmother, Jean, and paternal grandparents, Irene and Douglas Smith, predeceased Dylan and were waiting with open arms when he arrived in heaven. A memorial service, led by Minister Perry Cooper, will take place on Friday, June 16, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. at the Middleton Funeral Home 398 Main St. 902-825-3448. The family asks that you consider donations to the Canadian Liver Foundation or the Kidney Foundation of Canada. Dylan's loss is tragic, most especially because of all the roads he never got to travel. Online guestbook may be signed by visiting: www.middletonfuneralhome.com