Wesley C. Smith

Wesley C. Smith obituary, Wilmington, DE

Wesley C. Smith

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Wesley Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek on Feb. 23, 2026.
Wesley C. Smith age 68, of Wilmington, DE, passed away on March 13, 2026. He was a devoted Husband, loving brother, uncle, and cherished friend.

Born to the late parents and was raised as a Christian in Pennsylvania.

He dedicated many years of service working as an astute shipyard welder. He also enjoyed a second career as senior software systems analyst, earning the respect of colleagues through his expertise and professionalism. He greatly enjoyed watching sports, traveling, hiking, and was a voracious reader of novels.

Wesley is survived by his spouse and three siblings. He is also lovingly remembered by his many nephews and nieces.

A memorial service will be scheduled at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to ASPCA, The Delaware Library Association or The Friends of the Delaware Libraries.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Wesley C. Smith, please visit our floral store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Doherty Funeral Homes, Inc. - Pike Creek

3200 Limestone Road, Wilmington, DE 19808

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