Wayne Smith

Celebrating the Life of Wayne Smith
1965 – 2024

On January 5, 2024, Wayne Smith took his last drive down life’s highway. Left to mourn his indescribable loss are his beautiful daughter, Delaney, his ex-wife and best friend, Laurie Watters (Doug), and his constant sidekick and trucking partner, his puppy Aurora.

Wayne was deeply loved by his mother-in-law, Sharon Watters, sisters-in-law Kelly Devall, Shannon Watters (Peter), Tracy Watters, his sister Glenda Cacic (Gasper), and numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and a great-nephew. He was pre-deceased by his father-in-law Alf Watters and his brother-in-law Mike Devall.

Wayne was born in Regina, SK on November 27, 1965. He left home at 15 years old and bravely made his way in the world on his own. Wayne worked various jobs in the farming industry and on the oil rigs until he found his true calling in truck driving through his father-in-law, Alf. Wayne loved being on the road and was an excellent driver, who was respected by his peers. He was meticulous with his trucks and owned several over the years.

In June of 1994, he met his future wife, Laurie, in a country bar where they two-stepped the night away. They were married on January 7, 1995, and although they divorced many years later, they continued to share a mutual love and everlasting friendship.

In 2017, Wayne was diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer and despite a grim prognosis, he endured several different treatments and was even able to return to work for over two years. During this time, he raised and loved his puppy (and often-times dance partner), Aurora J, who went everywhere with him! He also discovered a passion for cooking and the art of barbecue and the smoker. A meal made by Wayne was always a fantastic feast!

In 2001, Wayne and Laurie’s precious daughter, Delaney, was born and she was the true blessing of his life. She was his everything…his sun, his moon, and his stars. She was the light in his eyes and the love in his heart. His greatest joy after coming home off the road was holding his little girl in his arms. Wayne’s life was devoted to Delaney’s happiness, fiercely protecting her, and always giving her a soft place to fall with her Daddy.

Our hearts are broken as we learn to live without his hand to hold, without his sense of humour, and without the twinkle in his eyes, but we will never be without his love. We embrace the memories, the sound of his voice and the warmth of his hugs. We will love and honour him in all we do as we walk life’s road without him by our side.

Rest easy, sweet man. You are forever remembered, forever cherished, and forever loved.