Wayne Smith

Wayne W. Smith passed away Oct. 4, 2025 at St. Mary’s Hospital He was born on September 24, 1948, in Kankakee, IL. He was the son of Wayne & Norma (Statler) Smith. Wayne married Karen Schulz, his loving wife, on April 3, 1976, in Bradley, IL. Together they had their son Timothy Smith, their daughter, Amanda Smith, as well as their daughter in law, Heather, and their son in law, Mike. He loved his children and their spouses He worked over 30 years at BASF Chemical Plant. Upon retirement, he worked for Endor Construction Company. His enjoyment was his two pups- Tevye & Golde. He was a great fisherman, enjoyed camping and trips to Tennessee with his wife. He loved grilling, barbequing, and adding another log to the fire. He was a Jack of All Trades- there was not one thing he could not do He leaves behind his wife, Karen; His children and their spouses; His grandchildren; His brother, Raymond Smith; Sister in law, Paula Roush, and his Brother in law, Bill Schulz Services will be on Wednesday, October 8, 2025, at 11am, at Community Presbyterian Church, located at 64 S Walnut Street, Manteno, IL There will be a visitation prior to the service, starting at 10am Burial will be at Elmwood Cemetery, Manteno In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to St. Jude Children Hospital