Sidney Ward Smith Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of Sidney Ward Smith in Chelsea, Michigan is shared. Sidney, born on June 6, 1939 in Fort Worth, Texas, passed away on August 20, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Sidney 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 Sidney by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Sidney is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Sidney’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.

He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Wurster; his sister Sharon Smith; his nephew Wayne Shellabarger; his niece Jill Brown (Tony); his sister Martha Capovilla (Charlie); his nephew Brian Capovilla; his niece Abby Capovilla (Jess Gleasman); and his close friends, Paul and Barb Marshall.

In lieu of memorial contributions, a tree can be planted in Sid's name through A Living Tribute (https://shop.alivingtribute.org).