Shayne Aaron Smith

CHAMPAIGN-Shayne Aaron Smith, 38, of Champaign passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October23, 2013. Shayne was born on February 14, 1975 in Jackson, MI to Gary Smith and Darlene Callahan-Campbell. He married Melissa Riemer on October 7, 2006, in Fort Meyers, FL. Shayne and Melissa had a son, Jaiden Dean Smith on February 12, 2006. He survived by Melissa Smith, his son Jaiden Dean Smith; parents, Gary (Robyn) Smith and Darlene (Dave) Campbell; sister, Dayna (Eric) Orlando; step-siblings, Michael, Matthew, Michelle, and their children; grandparents, Dean and Delores Callahan and Shirley Smith; great grandmother, Clarice Nesbitt; brother-in-law, Jim (Laura) Riemer; mother-in-law, Retha Riemer, father-in-law-, James Riemer; two nieces, Paisley Orlando and Olivia Riemer; one nephew, Jimmy Riemer; and several loving and caring friends and extended family. Shayne graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Multimedia & Animation from the Art Institute of Colorado in 2001. Shayne held many jobs as a 3D artist throughout his career and recently worked for Volition of Champaign for over six years. Shayne was very passionate about his work, and within his time there, he became an extremely accomplished 3D artist/animator, as one of few skilled vehicle artists. Shayne loved the outdoors; particularly hiking, biking, skiing, snowboarding, canoeing and kayaking. He had a huge love for spending time with his beautiful friends and family and his dogs in the wilderness, most especially in the mountains of Colorado. Also, his love for music moved his sole. But most of all, his deepest passion was in inspiring and spending time with his son Jaiden. Shayne will be fondly remembered for being an inspiration to every individual that he came across. He was an extremely charismatic and vibrant soul. He was very passionate about every endeavor he invested himself in; be it fatherhood, family, friendship, love, art, or his career. With his magnetic personality and infectious smile, he would instantly light up a room as he entered. One would say “its good to see you Shayne”, to which he would reply “Oh, Its good to be seen”. With his larger than life presence, those drawn to him would instantly become uplifted and that is how Shayne Aaron Smith touched so many of our lives. Shayne, you will be dearly missed; will forever live in the hearts and souls of each and every one of your loved ones, and most especially through Jaiden. Your love light will shine on forever and always. Rest in Peace my Love. A Celebration of the life of Shayne Aaron Smith will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2013, from 2:00pm-5:00pm at First Christian Church; 3601 S. Staley Rd., Champagin, Il. In the Oasis worship room. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Jaiden Dean Smith Benefit Fund, C/O any Busey Bank location to be placed into trust for Jaiden on behalf of Shayne Smith. Please join the Shaynes family in sharing memories of his life through his Tribute Wall at www.sunsetfuneralhome.com.