Wayne Smith

A photo of Wayne Smith

Wayne Patrick Smith

March 17, 1967 – January 6, 2025

A resident of Blenheim, Wayne Smith passed away suddenly on Monday January 6, 2025 at the age of 57.

Born in Chatham, Wayne was the son of the late MaryEllen Smith (Zimmer) (2021) and Jim Smith (2022).  He was the dear father of Dylan Smith and the late Bailey Smith (2023).  Brother of Deb Brown (Bob), Marg Bliss (Jeff), Ron Smith and Bill Smith (Kat).  He will be missed by many aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.

Wayne worked for Canadian Tire for several years managing stores in Ontario and Manitoba.  He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing.  He loved his hockey, playing goal in his younger years and cheering on the Toronto Maple Leafs.

Cremation has taken place, and a private family service will be held at a later date.

Family and Friends wishing to remember Wayne with a memorial donation can consider the Word of Life Soup Kitchen, Chatham-Kent Mental Health or the Heart & Stroke Foundation.

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To all Wayne's family..Our sincere condolences to you. Prayers being sent.

Margie and Deb. Our deepest condolences to you and your families on the passing of Wayne.

Bill, Kat and Family, So very sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. It's especially difficult to lose a loved one at such a young age. Thinking of you all and hoping for better days ahead. Sincerely, Heather Brodie

So sad to hear about Wayne, went to St.Mary’s until grade six. Also worked at International with him. Hadn’t seen him for a minute but I know we would have picked up right where we left off. Man how he could run like the wind. Until we see each other again your friend Eric. My condolences to the entire family.

So sad to hear about Wayne, went to St.Mary’s until grade six. Also worked at International with him. Hadn’t seen him for a minute but I know we would have picked up right where we left off. Man how he could run like the wind. Until we see each other again your friend Eric. My condolences to the entire family.

Thinking of you all and sending my sincere condolences. So sorry for your loss. Susan Poole

Our deepest condolences on your loss.

Our sincere condolences to the family.Wayne was always a gentleman when you talked to him.

To the Smith families, we are sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne. We had some real good times with the Smith brothers growing up. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.

Wayne was my goalie coach before goalie coaches existed. He helped me to improve my game and life. Thanks Smitty.

Deb, Marg and families we are so very sorry for your loss. Fred & Kaye

Condolences to the family John Uher

My condolences on Wayne’s passing, I’ve known him such kindergarten and he was always a nice and funny guy, gone way too soon ❤️

Deb, Bob, Bill and family. I am so sorry to hear about Wayne's passing. I have many memories of both Bill and Wayne growing up. May he rest in peace. My thoughts are with your family.

So sorry for your loss to all of the Smith families ❤️

Marg, Ron, Dylan, Chris may you find strength and comfort in the midst of sorrow. Our thoughts are with you, uplifting you and your family during this challenging time.

So sorry for your loss.

we are so sorry about your loss

Sending our deepest condolences to the Smith, Brown and Bliss families on the passing of Wayne. May he rest in Eternal peace. Sue & Dale Smith Horvath

Condolences to everyone. He will be missed by many.

Thinking of you Dylan, and the entire family. We are so sorry for your loss and sending you all strength during this difficult time.

Sending hugd and prayers for the family of Wayne

Condolences to the Smith family.

For the Smith family, I’m so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. He was such a friendly guy. Margie I remember our talk in the parking lot at M&M’s, you brought tears to my eyes when I seen yours. You were an amazing big sister to Wayne. I know Wayne appreciated everything you done for him. Know he’s at peace. God Bless you all. R.I.P. Smitty ❤️

Our condolences to the Smith family

So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing . Prayers for all of you. Cherish the good memories. .

Deb, Bob, Marg and Jeff, So sorry to read of the death of your brother and brother-in-law. My sympathy, thoughts and prayers to you and your families. Sincerely, Eileen Lindsay

So so sorry to hear this. My heat condolences to all the family. God bring peace and comfort to each family and friend. Amen 🙏

To All the Smith Families; My condolences to you All. I have awesome memories of him during my childhood years that I will treasure. Love to you all. Brian and Donna Walker

To all of Waynes' family, So very sorry for your loss. May the sharing of memories, help you travel this road of grief you are now on. Marvin & Sandi Turner

To Wayne’s family, Veronica and Ruth Ann families Our heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Wayne

To Wayne’s family, Veronica, Ruth Ann and families Our heartfelt sympathy for your loss

TO the Bliss family and Bill and Kathy ,so sorry for your loss.I remember him well. Love Jacquie and Phil

Our condolences to the Smith family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

My sincere condolences to all the families ❤️

So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. In elementary school he was always in trouble, but nothing for anything serious. In other words, FUN. My condolences to your family.

My deepest condolences to the Smith family. so sorry for your loss

I am saddened to hear this Wayne was a good friend and We will miss him greatly.

Dear Deb and Bob, I just saw that your brother passed away suddenly. I am very sorry for your loss. My prayers go out to you and your family, From Lynn Clark and Family.

Sorry to hear of your loss. He will be missed by meany.

My deepest sympathies to the family. He would always stopped to talk to everyone he knew.

My deepest sympathies to the family. He would always stopped to talk to everyone he knew.

So sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers to the Smith family

Deb and Bob, Margie and Jeff and the whole Smith families. So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you all. Rest in peace Smitty....

To the Smith family, Wayne is really going to be missed by many. I know any time I seen him we would always just talk about anything and talk for at least half hour to an hour just to talk . I know I will miss him. Remember all the good times with Wayne I know there were many.

Dylan, Deb, Margie, Bill and Ron. We are so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Eli and Dave.

Thoughts and prayers to the entire smith family. RIP Wayne.

Deb, Marg and all the families we are so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. Our condolences go out to you all.. Wayne and Barb Richmond

My thoughts & prayers are with the Smith family at this time. R.I.P. Smitty

My condolences on the passing of Wayne. Many great memories growing up.with both Wayne and Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

My condolences on the passing of Wayne. Many great memories growing up.with both Wayne and Bill. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

Dylan and family, My sincerest condolences. May his memory be eternal!

We are so sorry to learn of Wayne passing. May wonderful memories comfort you all. Sincerely, Don & Myra (Foulis) Pettit and family

So sorry for your loss Marg and family.

So sorry to hear . Thoughts and prayers for all the family at this most difficult time

My sympathy goes out to Wayne’s family. I had fond memories of playing hockey with “Smitty” as a kid, but lost touch with him over the years. Many laughs and fun times on the ice. My sympathy to the family.

I'm so sorry Guys, my Condolences! Wayne, you will be greatly missed my friend. Before life got in the way, we had some good times years ago, I will never forget Bro, thanks for the great memories!

Condolences to all the Smith family at this time. May your memories comfort you in the coming days. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

To the Smith families, so very sorry to hear of this loss in your family . Such a huge loss to the family at a young age. Thinking of you.

Deb, Marg & families, My condolences on the loss of your brother Wayne. My thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

So sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. Thinking of all the Smith family during this difficult time.

To the Smith family I am so sorry for your loss I remember Wayne playing goal for the peewee team and not letting any goals in He was amazing between the pipes I am sending prayers and hugs to the whole family Love Denise Stefina ❤️

So sorry to hear of your sudden loss. Our thoughts and prayers will be with your family during this difficult time. We have many fond memories of our two families spending time together connected by our fathers love for CB's..many great memories. The Jasper's

Marg & the Smith families so very very sorry on the passing of Wayne. God has gained another ANGEL & now he is at peace

I am so sorry to hear about Wayne. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Our condolences to the entire Smith family on your loss.

Please know we are so sorry to hear this news. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. Hugs to all. Andrew & Tracey

So very sorry for your loss

So sorry to hear of the passing of Wayne Our condolences to Deb Maggie and the family…sending hugs and prayers

Our condolences to Wayne's family.

My condolences to you all, you all will be in my thoughts and prayers. I had many laughs with Wayne over the years, RIP my friend.

Sincere condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with yous.🙏

Deb, Margie and families so sorry to hear of your loss xoxo

Our sincerest condolences to Wayne's family and friends. Janice and Scott

Dylan, and the entire Smith family, I was truly saddened to hear of Wayne's sudden passing. My love is with you all.

My sincere condolences to Wayne's family and friends. May he Rest in Peace.

Mark and I send our sincere condolences to the Smith family ! Thinking about you during this difficult time ! 🙏Donna Hare

So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time Paul and Kendra McKerrall

My sincere condolences to The Smith Family for the loss of Wayne! So very sorry. !

Condolences to the family during this difficult time.

Deb,Margie and smith family. So sorry for your loss. Sending thoughts and prayers

To the Smith families, We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Please accept our sincere condolences. Sue and Henry Wiebenga

R.I.P. my old friend. Thoughts and prayers sent out for the entire Smith family.

Margie, Deb and rest of Smith family, so sorry to hear about Wayne. Prayers are with you all!

Dylan, Deb , Margie, Bill, Ron and Families Sincere condolences to the family in the passing of your father, brother and uncle. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sincerely Peter & Linda RIP Wayne

Sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. Praying for comfort for all his family.

Our deepest heartfelt sympathies are with the family at this time. So very sorry for you loss of your loved one. Wayne in his own special way touched the lives of many during his lifetime therefore will be missed by many . May He now peacefully rest with his wonderful lmother and father and his son

Dylan Debbie Margie Ron and Billie& family... my heartfelt condolences on the loss of your dad& brother Wayne. I have great memories of wayne& the rest of the gang during the fun times growing up in "irishtown""". Fly high Wayne Bailey is waiting for you with his arms wide open.

My most sincere condolences to Wayne’s family . I’m sure his quick laugh and sense of humour will be greatly missed by many ☮️

So very so to hear of Wayne’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you ❤️🙏🏻 Maureen & Caleb XXOO