WAYNE SMITH
Wayne R. Smith went to meet his Lord and Savior on December 7, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Rush County, IN on April 19, 1940 to parents, Richard & Lucille Waggoner and foster parents, Clarence & Fannie Maple who preceded him in death along with a brother, Carl Smith.
He is survived by the love of his life of 43 years of marriage, Carolyn L. Smith. In addition, son, Scott Smith; daughter, Lori Smith (Tim Lynn); daughter, Amy Morris (Scott); son, Scott Jones (Stacy); five grandchildren, Devin, Danell & Zachary Morris, Brock Jones (Meghen), and Keiston Jones Rogers (Matt); 13 great-grandchildren; and several nieces & nephews.
Wayne retired from Ormet Aluminum as Vice President of Aluminum Operations after 37 years of service. He was a dedicated 40-year member of Christ United Methodist Church serving in many capacities including council chair along with leading Sunday school classes. He was also a member of many different civic organizations and served on the Board of Directors for Youth Service Systems, Inc., and the Fort Henry Club. He especially enjoyed serving as a volunteer for Faith in Action Caregivers, Meal on Wheels, Wheeling Soup Kitchen, and the Appalachian Christmas Project.
This man came as a witness, to bear witness of the light, that all through him might believe. John 1:7.
Wayne felt it most important to witness to the love of Christ, as he did up to his final day.
Friends are invited to attend visitation on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Kepner Funeral Homes, 166 Kruger Street, Wheeling, WV (304-242-2311) where services will be held on Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11 a.m. with Reverend Jake Steele officiating. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family in Mt. View Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to any of the above in c/o Christ United Methodist Church, 1232 National Road, Wheeling, WV 26003.
Condolences may be offered to the family at www.kepnerfuneral.com