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of Chelsea, Michigan, age 72, died Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at his home with his family. He was born June 7, 1943 in Crookston, Minnesota, the son of Leo Ernst & Bertha Pauline (Hanson) Von Wald.

  Wayne was a member of Ann Arbor High School class of 1961.  He worked as an Electronic Technician at U of M's Cooley Lab from 1966-1986.  Wayne enjoyed writing. He managed two web sites and was working on a book.


 On August 4, 1967, he married Karen Marie Nimke at St. Thomas in Ann Arbor, and she survives. Other survivors include two daughters, Lisa (Eric) Kruger of Mansfield Center, CT, Kara (Rob) Kellerman of Grass Lake; four grandchildren, Madelyn & Hannah Kruger, and Sydney & Connor Kellerman. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Nix.

Private family services have been held. Memorial contributions may be made to a cancer society of your choice. Arrangements by Cole Funeral Chapel, Chelsea.


 

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#2 Willis 2015-11-28 15:41
We will miss Wayne's vast interests and curiosity. He sure was a unique man, always fun to visit. Our thoughts are with you Karen and family.
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#1 Barbara Burns 2015-11-26 07:48
Karen and girls you are in my prayers. So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing.
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