Michael Patrick Wayne

December 29, 1946 - October 23, 2022
Michael Patrick Wayne

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Michael “Mick” Patrick Wayne, 75, of Wilmington passed away on Sunday, October 23, 2022. He was born in Philipsburg, PA on December 29, 1946 to James and Betty Wayne.

Mick retired from the United States Marine Corps in 1990 as Lieutenant Colonel. He also retired as Director of Transportation for New Hanover County schools in 2013.

He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Louise Ann Wayne and son Sean Wayne, brothers; James Wayne and Robert Wayne, sisters; Mary Lego, Barbara Mellott, and Kay Ludwig.

A celebration is his life will be held on Saturday, October 29, 2022 from 3:00pm to 5:00pm, with military honors at 4:00pm at Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403.

In lieu of flowers please make donations to a Parkinson’s organization of your choice.


Celebration of Life

Military Honors by USMC at 4:00pm

Saturday, October 29, 2022
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Wilmington Funeral Chapel - Directions
1535 South 41st Street
Wilmington, NC 28403
910-791-9099

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  • December 09, 2022
    Clarinda Ruoff says:
    what a great website!!! this help me so much!!! thank u so much!

  • October 29, 2022
    Rebecca McCollough says:
    Louann, I Love you! May Mick Rest In Peace & know that I am praying for you sweet friend. <3

  • October 28, 2022
    Dave Fry says:
    Mick and I go back a ways as Marine buddies. His wonderful wife Luann and son Sean have so much to be proud of. What we did in the Marine Corps? Easiest said as "The best time we ever had with our clothes on. What a ride..." Mick will be missed. My very best to Luann and Sean. Semper Fi Mick. Save Marty, Mike and I a place. Dave Fry

  • October 28, 2022
    Jacqueline Genes says:
    I worked for New Hanover Transportation Department for 32 years. Mr. Wayne was one of the nicest men I had to deal with. He was always considerate to all he came in contact with. My Sympathy to his family and the ones that called him a friend.

  • October 28, 2022
    Leon & Awilda Smith says:
    Our sincere sympathy and condolences to the family of Col. Wayne. I worked with Mick for many years at New Hanover County Board of Education Transportation Department and found him to be very supportive and a good friend. May he rest in peace.