Obituary for Wayne Smock

Wayne G. Smock, 86, passed away peacefully at Mount Carmel St. Ann’s in Westerville on Saturday, August 11, 2018.  He was born in Zanesville, Ohio on October 3, 1931.  He was preceded in death by his parents Edith and Leonard Smock, his brothers Bill and Cliff Smock and sister Sarah Rosalie Haehnlen.  He was a graduate of Lash High School and Meredith Business College. On September 21, 1951 he married Nancy Kent, who will miss him dearly.  He started working for Nationwide Insurance Company in Zanesville in 1958 and transferred to the Columbus office in 1971.  He proudly worked for Nationwide for 30 years. He was also a volunteer for the Golden Hobby Shop and a member of Church of the Master. Wayne is survived by his wife Nancy, to whom he was lovingly devoted for 67 years; his three children Nanette (Ron)Yusko, Wendy (Bruce) Thompson and Blair (Lynn) Smock; and his 5 grandchildren: Amanda, Jeffrey, Justin, Christa and Tyler.  He was always eager to hear about the activities and passions of his children and grandchildren.  Wayne was an avid woodworker, enjoyed traveling, playing golf with friends, and above all else, spending time with his family. 

Friends may call on Wednesday August 15 at Hill Funeral Home in Westerville from 10:30 - 11:30 with services at 11:30.  Following services, interment will be at Blendon Central Cemetery.   In lieu of flowers donations in Wayne’s memory can be made to Alzheimer’s  Assoc.