Wayne E. Smith

Wayne Smith, 85, of Westfield, Indiana, passed away on August 13, 2026. He was born on August 8, 1941, in Cave City, Kentucky, to parents, the late Paul and Margaret (Gaskin) Smith. Wayne married the love of his life, Joyce (McCain) on August 19, 1961, enjoying a wonderful 65 years of marriage together before his passing.

Wayne was a true person who never met a stranger, striking up conversations with anyone he encountered. He loved traveling, admired classic cars, and found great joy in singing, especially the timeless songs of Frank Sinatra and Elvis Presley. An avid golfer, some of his favorite memories were made at real estate golf tournaments alongside his sons, Daniel and Gregory. Wayne was deeply passionate about his career in real estate, earning his license in the 1970’s, and proudly keeping it active throughout his life. Even retirement could not keep him away for long, as he genuinely loved the work and the relationships it brought him. Above all, Wayne cherished his family and spoke of them often, never missing an opportunity to brag about those he loved. He was immensely proud of his family, the life they built together, and the legacy of love, laughter, and hard work they shared. Wayne was a member of The Metropolitan Indianapolis Board of Realtors for 56 years. He was listed in the “Who’s Who” in American Real Estate. He sold over 4,000 homes during his career in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. Wayne started his real estate career at Carriage Estates in the 70’s and shortly after opening his own company called Wayne E. Smith Co. Realtors through the 80’s. He later worked for Remax Realtors and F.C. Tucker where he finished his career. He won numerous awards throughout his lifetime as one of the top producing realtors in Indianapolis and surrounding areas. He was an avid golfer and former member of Heather Hills Golf Club, now called Maple Creek. He volunteered for the BMW Golf Championship at Crooked Stick as a walking scorer. He and Joyce are members at St. Maria Gorretti Church in Westfield, IN.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife, Joyce J. Smith; children, Daniel (Terri) Smith, Douglas Smith, Gregory Smith; grandchildren, Tyler (Kayla) Smith, Hannah Smith, Andrea (Robby) Chadwick, Madysen (Collin) Kuhstoss, Austyn Smith, Clayton Smith, Brandon Smith, Lauren (Tate) Kelso; great-grandchildren, Charlie McCurry, Finn McCurry, Lydia Chadwick, Hudson Kuhstoss, Shepherd Smith; and step-great-granddaughter, Audrey Chadwick.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Edgar Smith, Rondell Smith, and Jerry Smith; and sister, Dorothy Combs.

Visitation for Wayne will be from 5 pm – 8 pm on Thursday, August 20, 2026, at Flanner Buchanan – Hamilton Memorial Park (Prairie Waters), 4180 Westfield Road, Westfield, IN 46062. Additional visitation will begin at 10:15 am, with a Funeral Mass at 11 am, on Friday, August 21, 2026, at St Maria Goretti Catholic Church, 17102 Spring Mill Road, Westfield, IN 46074. Entombment will take place at Hamilton Memorial Park Cemetery.

Memorial contributions in his name may be made to: Tunnels to Towers Foundation & Humane Society of Indianapolis.