Wayne Arthur Smith
Wayne Arthur Smith, 77, of Friendship, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, March 7, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 15, 2025 at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church. Pastor Terri Skildum will officiate. Visitation will be on Saturday, March 15th, from 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at the Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church.
Interment will be at the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove at a later date.
Wayne was born on January 10, 1948, in Kenosha, Wisconsin, to Arthur and Viola (née Schlinske) Smith. He grew up in Kenosha and graduated from Bradford High School in 1967. Shortly after, he served in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969, including a tour in the Vietnam War. Wayne worked for Chrysler Motors for 30 years before retiring in December 2000. On February 20, 1985, he married Susan Jean Burgess in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Wayne had a passion for hunting, fishing, woodworking, camping, and boating. He also enjoyed trips to the casino and, most of all, spending time with his family. He was a member of Arkdale Trinity Lutheran Church.
Memorial contributions in Wayne’s honor may be made to the American Cancer Society.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Viola, and his siblings, Howard, Lloyd, James, Eleanor, Arlene, and Doris.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife, Susan Smith of Friendship, WI; his sons, Jody (Heidi) Smith and Ryan (Deanna Neumann), both of Kenosha, WI; and Jason Acerbi (Hasha) of Humble, TX; grandchildren, Haley, Jayden, Macie, Beckett, Ethan, and Isabella; and nieces, Christine (Donald) Brooks of Lake Mills, WI, and Jami (Joseph) Styx of Trevor, WI.
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Online condolences and further information can be found at www.roseberrys.com.
Susie, So sorry for the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.
So sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers to the entire Smith family. He will be missed.
Susie and family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
As Chaplain for American Legion Post 21, Sons of The American Legion Squadron 21, and District 1 out of Kenosha Wisconsin, prayers go out to you all! Remember the gift of knowing this great individual! Salute to you and thank you for your service! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
We are so sorry to hear about Wayne. Sue, you are in our prayers.
I’m so sorry for your loss. Deepest sympathies.
Susie and family.I’m sending prayers and sympathy. Gods Peace Be With You !
So very sorry for this loss of a really good man. Sending my thoughts and prayers for comfort to Susie, Jody, Ryan, Jason and family and friends
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My sincere condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God bring you peace and comfort during this time.
My sincere condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. May God bring you peace and comfort during this time. 🙏❤️🙏
My sincere condolences to you and your family
Gods Blessings to all
So very sorry for your loss, thoughts and prayers for you family.
Sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers go out to the family.