Brandon M. Smith was 24 when he died in Arkansas on March 15, 2011. A Cabot resident, he had enlisted in the United States Army in 2007, reached the rank of Sergeant with the 82nd Airborne Division, and served in Afghanistan from September 2009 to September 2010. His military awards included the Good Conduct Medal and the Commendation Medal.

Friends and family remembered Smith for his loyalty, infectious smile, love of the outdoors, and devotion to helping others.

If anyone knew Brandon, his activities in Cabot, or has information about what happened on March 15, 2011, please share what is known.