Layne Michael Smith Obituary
The family announces the passing of Layne Michael Smith (Bartow, Florida) on May 31, 2026. Layne, born on September 14, 2006 in Lakeland, Florida, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Layne Michael Smith to show support.
Layne will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Layne by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Layne is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Layne’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He is survived by: his parents, Glen Smith and Leslie Derk Smith of Bartow; his grandparents, Richard, Barbara Derk of Lakeland, David and Becky Smith of Auburndale; his uncle Adam Derk of Wellington; his aunt Pati Gete of Wellington; and his cousins, Sofia and David Derk of Wellington.
