He was very active in the church, serving as choir director for many years, singing in a men's quartet, and lending his talent as an electrician and working on the sound system.
Following the death of his dear wife in 2004, he moved to Lincoln and lived with his daughter, Julie, her husband, Dave Schmitt and their two children. Wayne particularly enjoyed being an active part of his grandchildren, Matt and Rachel's daily lives.
In his later years he also enjoyed taking vacations to Aurora, Colorado to visit his youngest daughter, Jane and her husband Mark Blue.
He is survived by, and will be deeply missed by his daughters; sons in law; grandchildren; sister, Wynona and brother, Paul.
He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Jerry and Donald; and his wife, Leona. The family would like to thank The Monarch Hospice for their compassionate care and support.
Funeral services will be held on Friday (4/16), 2:00 p.m. at the Fremont Alliance Church, 1615 North Lincoln Avenue in Fremont. Memorial contributions may be made to Campus Crusade for Christ - Brady Hartman Mission Fund or The Monarch.. Visitation at the Ludvigsen Mortuary in Fremont will be on Thursday 2pm to 8pm with the family present from 6 to 8 pm. Burial will be at Memorial Cemetery in Fremont.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(6)
Bari Strader
Forsyth, MO Wednesday, April 21, 2010 I had the good fortune to transfer to the Hormel plant in June of 1981 and work in the Storeroom with Wayne. I was new to the community and to the Storeroom and always appreciated how Wayne helped me learn the business of ordering and inventorying supplies as he had been in the department a long time. He was always very kind and helpful. I would see him occasionally in town after he retired and he was the same kind, cheerful man. I have thought of him often since he retired in 1984 and will always have a special place in my heart for him. Best wishes to his family.Gordon Lowe
Fremont, NE Friday, April 16, 2010 Jane/Julie, I was saddened to read of the passing of your father and please know I am thinking of you and your family. I remember meeting and visiting with Wayne and Leona a few times back in my Lincoln days. I can't begin to tell you how much I treasure those times, they were some of the best of my life. May God bless you all.Libby (Lamme) Vance
Fremont, NE Thursday, April 15, 2010 Julie and Jane, So sorry about losing your sweet father. He was such a gentle and kind man. I think Dr. Eaton is the only one left in the "old" neighborhood on Gaeth Avenue. Your parents were great neighbors and they enjoyed lots of fellowship together. Thinking of you and your families. Libby (Lamme) VanceLibby (Lamme) Vance
Fremont, NE Thursday, April 15, 2010 Julie and Jane, So sorry about losing your sweet father. He was such a gentle and kind man. I think Dr. Eaton is the only one left in the "old" neighborhood on Gaeth Avenue. Your parents were great neighbors and they enjoyed lots of fellowship together. Thinking of you and your families. Libby (Lamme) VanceLarry Dykeman ... Roxanne, Janita, and Geraldine
Spokane, Wa Wednesday, April 14, 2010 The world was a better place for the life of Uncle Wayne and Aunt Leona. Although our time together was limited by the long miles between us, those memories are very precious to me, my sisters and our Mother. Wayne was a stanchion of compassion, patience, generosity and good will...he will be missed. Thankyou to Julie, Dave, Jane and Mark and all the family for caring and providing for Wayne in his last years. God bless you.Sandy & Clayton Hartman Family
Laurel, NE Wednesday, April 14, 2010 What a nice picture of Wayne and a beautiful obituary and tribute to a wonderful man. Praise God your mom and dad are now reunited in heaven!