Robert J. Wayne age 57 currently of Ladysmith, formerly of Downsville, died Thursday September 11, 2014 at Sacred Heart Hospital in Eau Claire.

Bob was born December 1, 1956 in Durand.  He was the son of Roy H. and Kathryn A. (Weisenbeck) Wayne.  Bob attended school in Durand until 1969 when he moved with his family to Downsville.  Bob graduated from Menomonie High School in 1975.  Bob married Linda Bauer November 6, 1976 and had three children, they later divorced.  Bob worked in the family business, Wayne Pallets in Downsville for several years.  He went on to own and operate his own logging business and continued to work in the lumber industry for the rest of his life.

Bob loved hunting and fishing and anything to do with the outdoors.  He enjoyed spending time with his family especially his grandsons and other family and friends.  Bob had a huge heart and an infectious smile.  He touched the lives of many people and though he will be sadly missed he left many fond memories to be cherished by those who knew him.

Bob is survived by his three children, Joe (Sarah) of Menomonie; Amber (Chris) Weeman of New Prague, MN; Chelsie (Adam) Anderson of Colfax; six grandsons, Adam, Samuel and Benjamin Wayne; Zachary and Caleb Weeman; Ayden Anderson; his mother, Kathryn Wayne of Menomonie; five brothers, Larry (Julie), Terry (April), of Menomonie; Gary (Dianne) of Holcombe; Mark (Cathy) of West Bend; Jason (Jessie) of Menomonie;  five sisters, Linda (Allen) Mans of Jim Falls; Nancy (Doug) Hurlburt of Durand; Lisa Wayne-Kitzman of Plymouth, MN; Lori (Mark) Radke of Cottonwood, MN; Michelle (Dean) Bostrom of Farmington, MN and many nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.  He is preceded in death by his father, Roy in 2012 and a niece, Kayla Marie Wayne.

Funeral services will be 11:00 AM Wednesday September 17, 2014 at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Menomonie with Rev. John Mano officiating.  Burial will be at a later date in the church cemetery.  

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 8:00 PM Tuesday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Menomonie and one hour prior to services at the church on Wednesday.

Condolences

1. Toni Kremer Lippert September 21, 2014, at 6:01pm

   Gary and family,
   My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
   Toni Kremer Lippert

2. Amanda E Glaus September 21, 2014, at 4:08pm

   So sorry for you loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

3. Marsha McMahon Sullivan September 19, 2014, at 10:56am

   So sorry to hear about the passing of Robert. I hope your memories can help with your grieving. So young, he left us way to soon. You have our deepest sympathy. Love your cousin Marsha and Brian God bless

4. Johnnie and Diane Carroll September 18, 2014, at 4:20pm

   Our sincerest sympathy to the Wayne Family.

5. Jackson Lumber Harvester Co., Inc. September 17, 2014, at 3:26pm

   We extend our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

6. Pat and Neil McNaughton September 17, 2014, at 2:48pm

   Sending our sincere sympathy to the Wayne family at this sad time.

7. Julie & Dennis Stratton September 16, 2014, at 8:01am

   To the Wayne Family and Bob's children Joe, Amber and Chelsie~ may you find strength from each other to help you through this difficult time.

   Julie, Dennis and Kyle Stratton

8. Bob Schmidt September 16, 2014, at 7:16am

   My sincerest condolences for your loss

9. Mike and Mary Jo Flocca September 15, 2014, at 1:46pm

   We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Bob. Memories of times spent with him are those things that we can hold onto and cherish.

10. Jane & George Supri September 15, 2014, at 7:21am

    Our thoughts and prayers go out to all the family during this time of loss. We are thinking of you Dianne and Gary. God Bless and comfort you all.

11. Dr. Barry Bauer September 15, 2014, at 6:41am

    My condolences to Bob's family - he will be missed.

12. Charlie and Karen Sinz September 14, 2014, at 8:10pm

    We are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Wayne family.

13. Dan and Karen Gullick September 14, 2014, at 7:42pm

    So sorry to hear of Bob's passing. He was a generous man and a good friend.

14. Lindsey Ladell September 14, 2014, at 6:36am

    I'm so sorry for your loss. Bob had the biggest heart and was such a special guy to so many. He will be certainly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

15. Rodney and Patricia Hurlburt September 13, 2014, at 10:17pm

    "Heartfelt Sympathy" to you "Doug and Nancy" and 'ALL' the families...... sometimes Life is so short. May God be with each of you at this time and give Everyone the strength in the days ahead - Sending PEACE and Love......

16. Dean Lausted September 13, 2014, at 9:52am

    So sorry to hear of your Dad's death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

17. John Judy parr September 12, 2014, at 7:31pm

    You all have our sympathy. Hoping all is well. Lots of memory's to have.

18. Jackie Pederson September 12, 2014, at 4:10pm

    Just found out about Bobby's death. Shocked and so sorry to hear about it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
    Cousin,
    Jackie and Jack ( Buchholtz) Pederson

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