Wayne G. Smith, age 76 of Miles City, passed away on December 27, 2018 at Holy Rosary Healthcare in Miles City.
Wayne was born in Miles City, MT on August 8, 1942. He was the son of Donald E. and Donna L. (Howell) Smith. He joined the United States Marine Corps on July 24, 1961 and served his country proudly for four years earning his GED. He was honorably discharged on August 12, 1965. Wayne married Kathryn Reardon on August 6, 1966 in Gillette, WY. Together they raised two children: Kristine and Cynthia. Wayne started working for the Milwaukee Railroad in 1968 and retired from Transisco in 2002. Over the years, Wayne and Kathryn enjoyed traveling all over the United States. He was an avid gardener and spent many hours raising flowers. Anytime he had a “techy” question he would call his grandson Brandon to come save the day. Wayne truly loved his family and spending time with his wife, children and grandchildren was most important to him. Wayne will be forever loved and missed by all who knew him.
Wayne is survived by his two daughters: Kristine (Darwin) Thrams of Miles City and Cynthia Smith of Rapid City, SD; his grandson “tech advisor” Brandon Thrams of Miles City; brother Matthew (Linda Hodgson) Smith of Miles City; sister-in-laws, Bonnie Smith and Phyllis (Homer) Phillips of Rapid City, SD; and numerous nieces and nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife Kathyrn and brother Doug.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 2, 2018 from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Private family graveside services will follow in the Eastern Montana Veteran Cemetery with full military honors. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting: www.stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 2, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday January 2, 2019
Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
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martha crandall says
I am so sorry to hear about Wayne. My sympathy.
Shorty And Judy says
So sorry for your loss praying for god to give you and the family strength now and in the days to come
June Opp says
To all of Wayne’s family,We were so sorry to hear of Waynes passing Our thoughts and prayers are with you all that God will bless and comfort you during these difficult days and the days ahead .
Ruben and June Opp
Jim Hall says
Sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. Always enjoyed talking to him when I delivered the family mail. May God’s Peace be with his family. Jim and Lavina Hall
kimmy smith says
Kris and Cindy,
So sorry to hear about the loss of your dad, my heart felt sympathy goes to the both of you.
Denny says
Cindy and Kris – I am really sad to hear about Wayne. I am so glad that we had the reunions with your mom and dad there for the last one. God Bless you.
Richard Meidinger says
Sorry to hear about your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May he rest in peace. Linda and Richard
Mary Jo (Joslyn) Connelly says
Cindy and Kristine and family, I am saddened for you. So sorry to learn of Wayne’s passing. You and family are all in my thoughts and prayers. May You find comfort from all your circle of family and friends, who love and care for you.
Paul & LynneRae Hazelton says
First met Wayne when we worked on the Milwaukee railroad together and he had been a friend ever since. Never saw him that he didn’t have a smile for everyone even during sad times. Enjoyed visiting with him when we met him on his early morning walks. He will be missed.
Ron & Diane joslyn says
Cynthia and Kristine and family, I am so sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.. Kathy and Wayne were at the last Joslyn reunion at the Devils Tower I had a nice visit with Wayne while we were waiting for your mothers fabulous pie to be served.
Melva Curnan says
Smith family, I’m so sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing. My sympathy and prayers to you all.
Rob Shipley says
I will miss Wayne forever. Like Doug, I always took his soft spoken ways and friendliness for granted. As most of us now care to admit, we all wish we would have planned better and enjoyed more QUALITY time with both.
The joy………………real JOY………..however, is we all gain time with both of these wonderful men in Heaven forever and ever and ever and ever. And, that is a very long time.
Sabrina Wagoner says
My thoughts and prayers are with the two of you. I’m so sorry for your loss.
John P.Shevlin says
Matt, sorry to hear of your brothers passing.