Wayne Thomas Smith, age 72, of Abbey, SK, passed away on January 9, 2015 at Cypress Regional Hospital with all his family by his side. The Celebration of Life was held at 2:00 pm on Saturday January 17, 2015 at Abbey Community Centre. Master of ceremonies was Rodney Scriven and prayers and scripture by Rev. Salesi Takau. The Eulogy was read by Carla Smith and family memories read by Eric and Cleo Thompson. A memories slide show was prepared and presented by his grandchildren. Ushers were Darren Halvorson and Wade Braaten. The interment will take place at a later date. Wayne was born on September 19, 1942 to Tom and Betty Smith. He grew up in Abbey getting his education at Abbey School. He then went to Moose Jaw for his auto Mechanics before returning to Swift Current to work for Sage Oilfield and then moving back to Abbey to farm with his Dad and his Uncle Jack Smith. He also worked for the RM of Miry Creek as a grader operator and at the Coop service station in Abbey. On November 14, 1964 he married Gloria Higginson of Success and started a family, with son Curtis in 1965 and daughter Carla in 1966. Wayne was an active farmer with Gloria, Curtis and grandson Riley, until his passing. He enjoyed life fully and was involved in many sports, hobbies and special interests. He loved skiing with many family ski trips to Whitefish, snowmobiling in Yellowstone, fishing in the lakes north of LaRonge and hunting with family and friends. Curling in men's league and enjoying the bonspiels. He loved to entertain the gang with his guitar, harmonica, singing. Wayne and Gloria enjoyed more than 40 years of camping at Cypress Hills, and many trips to the Kananaskis, and many other parks in Alberta. Wayne was a member of the Abbey Eagles Senior Hockey as the game announcer/working in the penalty box. He taught 4H in Abbey/Lancer 4H club and gun safety courses. Wayne served on the board of the Cabri Credit Union for many years, was the repairman/handyman for the Abbey United Church and was on the board for the Abbey Community Cemetery. He was involved in numerous community projects over the years spending many hours volunteering his skills. He received his Class IA semi licence at the age of 65 and his private pilot's licence at age 63 which was one of his proudest accomplishments. Spending time in his shop inventing all sorts of "gismos", keeping things organized and everything in its place. Keeping the yard looking nice was always a point of pride. The grandkids loved coming to the farm and spending time with gramps in his shop and riding quads, snowmobiles and the golf cart. He spent lots of time explaining things and teaching them. He instilled in all of us a wonderful work ethic which we will carry on in our everyday lives. His puppy dog "Tasha" was a constant companion for the past 4 years and especially the past year throughout his battle with cancer never leaving his side and even visiting him in the hospital the day before he passed. He lived a great life as a "Farmer". He embraced everyone who came into his life and made many friends. Wayne was predeceased by his father, Thomas (1994) and his mother Betty (2006). He leaves behind his wife of 50 years, Gloria Smith (Higginson); his son Curtis and wife Karen; grandson Riley all of Abbey; his daughter Carla and fiance Ken of Calgary; grandson Shane of Calgary, granddaughter Brittany of Lethbridge and granddaughter Ashley of Calgary; sisters Cleo (Eric) Thompson and Shirley (Terry) Burns; aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and countless friends. Memorial donations can be made to the Cancer Society, Abbey Community Cemetery, or a charity of your choice.Warren's Funeral Home were entrusted with the arrangements. For further information call 306-773-8831 or 1-800-267-6606 or visit our website at www.warrensfuneralhome.com and express your sympathy to family members in our book of condolences.