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Charles Wayne Smilie

December 9, 1951 — June 10, 2025

Charles Wayne Smilie, affectionately known as Chuck, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 10, 2025, at the age of 73. Born in Mobile, Alabama, Chuck was a longtime resident of Daphne, where he made his home and built a life rooted in family, faith, and service.

Chuck dedicated more than 40 years to a successful career with Southern Earth Sciences, Inc., working in environmental inspection and testing. His commitment to his profession was matched by his devotion to his community and church. He was an active member of Christ the King Catholic Church in Daphne, where he faithfully served as an usher.

A proud member of the Knights of Columbus, Chuck was affiliated with Fairhope Council 8959 and the 4th Degree Assembly 2573, where he lived out his values of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism.

Chuck was a 1970 graduate of Davidson High School and earned his degree from the University of South Alabama in 1975. He was preceded in death by his parents, James L. Smilie and Olivia Elizabeth "Betty" Midgette Smilie, and by his beloved wife, Emily Sitterle Smilie.

His is survived by his two sons, Michael Andrew Smilie (Kimberly) of Huntsville, Alabama, and David Matthew Smilie (Melissa) of Spanish Fort; four cherished grandchild - James, John David, Thomas, and Luke - his sister Darlene Smilie Wilson of Houston, Texas, and his brother Lawrence M. Smilie (Vivian) of the Bromley community in Baldwin County, Alabama.

Chuck had a passion for the outdoor and enjoyed fishing, playing golf, and sharing his love for music through the tenor saxophone. He was known for his kind heart, quiet strength, and unwavering support for his family. To his sons, he was not only a father, but a role model and a source of enduring love and wisdom.

The Smilie family extends their heartfelt gratitude to those who cared for Chuck in his final days.

He will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew him.

A memorial mass will be held on Thursday, June 19th, 2025 at 10am at the Christ the King Catholic Church in Daphne. Alabama. Friends are invited to visit an hour before the memorial mass starts. Following the service, internment will conclude at the Belforest Catholic Cemetery. 


Arrangements by

Wolfe-Bayview Funeral Homes & Crematory Inc.

27409 US Highway 98

Daphne, AL 36526

Phone: (251) 625-2900

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Thursday, June 19, 2025

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Daphne, AL 36526

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