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Wayne Albert Gustafson |
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March 27, 1942 ~ November 7, 2014 |
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November 11, 2014 |
Wayne Albert Gustafson, age 72, went to be with
the Lord on Friday, November 7, 2014. Private
Services were held by the family.
 Wayne
was born on March 27, 1942 in Blue Island,
Illinois. He was the son of the late Albert G.
Gustafson and Agnes A. (Marlow) Gustafson.
Waiting for him to arrive was his big sister
Sandra and soon to follow came his little
brother Terry. His family moved to Barstow,
California, where he spent the next 54 years. He
met the love of his life, Joy Hartzog, in
Rialto, California on a surprise blind date.
They were married on January 12, 1964. They were
blessed with two daughters, Sherri Lynn and
Suzanne Marie.
Wayne was an electronic tech in communications
at Goldstone Deep Space Tracking Station for 28
years, where he retired. His hobbies included
souped up classic cars and trucks, singing
oldies with his grand kids, and getting dirty in
the yard. But his passion was woodworking. Hand
making wheelbarrows, and hand crafting the
wheels was his favorite. He had many first place
ribbons from all his unbelievable talents. You
could always find him puttering in his garage
creating something new and amazing. For the last
eight years of Wayne's life, he has resided in
Bonners Ferry, Idaho, where he enjoyed making
new friends, watching the animals, and loving
all four seasons.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife Joy of
fifty and one half years, also daughters: Sherri
(Robert), and Suzanne (Danny). Grandchildren:
Jeffrey (Seirian), Amanda (Josh), Catalina (Jr),
and Elizabeth. Great grandchildren: Josiah,
Leland, Julian, and Levi. Sister: Sandra Depue
Brother: Terry Gustafson and many nieces,
nephews, friends and his little buddies Bubba
and Susie.
Family and friends are invited to sign Wayne’s
book at www.bonnersferryfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are entrusted to the care of
Bonners Ferry Funeral Home. |
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