Lester Wade Smith, 77 Lakeland - Lester Wade Smith He was survived by his wife Becky Spann Smith, his 3 sons, 2 step-sons, 13 grandchildren, 1 great grandchild, and 3 siblings. He served in the US Navy and retired from the Florida Highway Patrol after 31 years of service. He was a faithful servant of his Lord, Christ Jesus. He loved his family, enjoyed being with friends. He will be missed and remembered as a gentle, loving husband, father, and grandfather. A Visitation will be from 5-7pm, Wednesday, September 13, 2017 at Heath Funeral Chapel. A celebration of Wade's life and new life is planned for Thursday, September 14, 2017 at 10am at First United Methodist Church of Lakeland and followed by a graveside service at Oak Hill Burial Park. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.heathfuneralchapel.com.