Wayne Timothy Smith's Obituary
Wayne Timothy Smith, 75, a Ft. Myers, FL, resident since 2000, formerly of West Poland, ME passed away on Monday, November 5th, 2018 in Ft. Myers Florida. He suffered a sudden onset of pulmonary fibrosis that took him from the world quite unexpectedly. He was born in Worcester, MA on June 14th, 1943 to Olive and Ernest Smith, now deceased.Wayne was a United States Navy Veteran. Upon getting his degree from Worcester State College, he entered the Naval Air Corps. He graduated from the Pensacola air flight training school and became a flight instructor. During the Vietnam conflict, he flew C-130’s from Japan to the war zone. Later, he built a career with the Federal Aviation Administration as a flight inspector. Wayne loved boating, fishing, and wood-working with his father-in-law Mac. He also enjoyed hosting large get-togethers with his friends and family. Wayne had a sharp intellect, an adventurous spirit and an unwavering zest for life. He charmed everyone he met with his warmth and hospitality. Wayne was preceded by his sister, Judith Dicky.He is survived by his loving wife of 31 years, Joan Carroll Smith of Ft. Myers, FL and daughter, Michelle Ann Smith of Weymouth, MA; two brothers, Ernest Smith Jr. of Harwich, MA and Clifton Johnson of Mustang, OK; two grandsons Darby Wallace Fetterly and Charles Finnegan Prior.No formal services are planned at this time.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice in loving memory of Wayne Timothy Smith.Arrangements for final care have been entrusted to Fort Myers Memorial Gardens Funeral Home, 1589 Colonial Boulevard, Fort Myers, Florida 33907. (239) 936-0555. To share a story or photo, leave a tribute or to offer a condolence at this difficult time please visit https://www.fortmyersmemorial.com and sign the guest book.
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