Wayne Nies Root

Wayne Nies Root, age 78 of Smith Mountain Lake, passed away on Monday, October 5, 2020. He is preceded in death by his wife, Nancy Roberts Root; and his parents Everett Root and Sara Bosch. Surviving are his children, Michael Root (Carrie), Eric Root (Erika), Jennifer Root Price (JC) and John Thompson (Sherry); and grandchildren, Andrew Root, Catelyn Root, Connor Root, Kathryn Root, Madison Price, Riley Price and John Murphy Thompson. Wayne retired from Celanese Corporation after a long and distinguished career as a chemical engineer. Wayne was a member of Trinity Ecumenical Parish in Moneta. Memorial services will be held at a later date. Online condolences may be shared at www.florafuneralservice.com . In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to a local charity of your choice in Wayne’s name. Arrangements by Flora Funeral Service and Cremation Center, Rocky Mount/Smith Mountain Lake.