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Francis Giles Wayland-Smith

Oneida, New York

Sep 25, 1935 – Oct 28, 2016 (Age 81)

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BORN
September 25, 1935
DIED
October 28, 2016
AGE
81
LOCATION
Oneida, New York

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ONEIDA >> Francis Giles Wayland-Smith, 81, died suddenly at home in the Oneida Community Mansion House on Oct. 28, 2016.Born Sept. 25, 1935 in Oneida, N.Y. to Robert and Prudence (Skinner) Wayland-Smith, Giles was much loved by everyone who knew him and was a loving partner to his wife,...

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Grandchild Giles El-Assal

Condolences all .... When possible, be sure to tune-in and listen to his (Francis Giles Wayland-Smith's) video/digitally recorded lecture, which conveys his apt sketch of the Oneida Community's history -- though bear in mind that several of the following link features an oft outright ill-recorded audio file. Nonetheless, thanks all the same FGW-S contribution ... at least some semblance of a digitize, direct-legacy recounting:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pLq2p-7n-9c

Kate: Mary told me the sad news. Even though it was many years ago, I have very fond memories of Giles. I hope your memories will sustain you through this difficult time. John (Reiss)

We miss grandpa Giles so much that its hard to express.

Kate,I am so sorry to hear about Giles' passing. I really enjoyed our conversations and learning about the Oneida Community from him. He was one of the kindest men I have met. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Mary Jo Fero (Lusher)

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Dear Kate, Ellen and Sara,
We were stunned to hear of the sadness that has come to you.
With sympathy, Barbara and Hans

Kate and girls, We are sad to hear of your lose. The little grey house on Ben Avon St. will always be the "Wayland-Smith house to us. Will remember Giles as a young father, husband, and neighbor. Good and happy memories. With sympathy, Ed and Janet Stets