11/21/1933 – 1/25/2017
Of Gretna, Wayne – husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather – joined his parents, Ernest and Mae (Stokes) Childers, son David, and grandson Jeremiah to be with his Creator. Wayne was a corporal in the Marine Corps and served his country during the Korean War. He had a long-standing career during which he rose to managerial and executive positions at William T. Joyce Lumber/Hines Lumber and Werner Enterprises, then “retired” to building homes (Windstar). Throughout his life, he was a farmer at heart. Wayne is survived by his wife Jeri, children Kurt (Sharon), Karen Klausner, Val (Jeff) Lennard, Paul (Patt), Nancy (Dean) Dobmeier and John (Pam); ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; four brothers, and three sisters. The family requests donations to a charity of your choice in Wayne’s honor.
Visitation Monday 5-6:30 PM with Vigil Service 6:30 PM at church. Funeral Service Tuesday (1/31/17) 10:30 AM at St. Patrick Catholic Church 508 Angus St. Interment at a later date.
I have many fond memories of working with Wayne at William T Joyce/Hines Lumber. Wayne was always generous and kind to those he worked with. My thoughts and prayers are with Jeri and the family.
For Nancy and her family, As colleagues from Boisbriand, Canada plant, we want to express our sympathy and let know that our thoughts are turned toward your sad loss. We offer you our support.
So sorry to hear of waynes death, My prayers are with you
Cousin