He served his country in the United States Army from 1946 to 1949. He was employed by McDonnell Aircraft from 1955 to 1966, then moved to Rochester and worked for RF Communications from 1966 to 1983. Wayne retired to his hometown of Bainbridge, where he was employed by the Binghamton Press as a motor route carrier until his death. He was known for his love of plants and animals, great and small. He was predeceased by his sisters, Beverly Griffith and Gloria Gillett.
Funeral services are private and at the convenience of the family.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Guilford Emergency Squad. Fla. She was born in Cooperstown. She moved to Deltona, Fla., from Richfield Springs in 1997. Fla. She was an avid bowler and enjoyed crocheting and traveling. Fla. Memorial donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, 218-A E. New York Ave., De Land, Fla., 32724.