Wesley M. Smith, of Vero Beach, Florida, the beloved husband of the late Barbara J. Smith, passed peacefully on Saturday, January 17, 2026 at the age of 89. Born in Caribou, Maine on September 3, 1936, Wesley grew up and worked on the family farm, a place of which he had many fond memories. He graduated from Caribou High School in 1954. Wesley married his first love, Judith Taylor in 1958, and they resided in Bristol, Connecticut. Wes worked for Pratt & Whitney, an aircraft engine manufacturer, until he retired in 1991. Wes and Judy then lived in Port St. Lucie, Florida, until Judy’s passing in 1995.

Wesley found love again and married Barbara J. Anderson on November 30, 1996, and they resided in Fort Pierce, Florida for almost 30 years. Wes enjoyed playing golf, playing cards, going for walks, spending time with family and friends, traveling the country with his wife, and watching every UConn Huskies basketball game. Over the years, Wesley was always a strong, dedicated, caring and devoted husband, especially during some very difficult, challenging times. His unwavering love knew no bounds.

Wesley is survived by his daughter Vicki Davis; his stepson Steve (Cathy) Anderson; his stepdaughter Karin Anderson; his sister-in-law Diana Smith; his grandchildren James Davis, Jillian Davis; Jordan, Austin and Aaron Anderson; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his late wife Barbara who passed in July 2025, Wesley was preceded in death by his parents Charles and Clara Smith; his first wife Judith Smith; his brother Wade Smith; and his sister Sandra and her husband Robert Adomavicia.

Rest in peace … May your memory be eternal.