Wayne was the beloved father of Gabrielle (Brian) Ruzicka and Ethan (Samantha) Stocke; devoted grandfather of Emily, Lucas, and Miles; dear brother of Jane (Jess) Lafentres and Joan Burke-Ragan; a dear uncle, cousin, and friend. Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Richard J."Dick" and Pauline M. (nee Dochnal) Stocke, brother Richard J. Jr., and infant sister, Mary.
Wayne was a proud veteran and a member of the American Legion.
A visitation will take place Tuesday, June 2 from 4-8pm at Hoffmeister Colonial Mortuary, 6464 Chippewa Street 63109. A Funeral Service will be held Wednesday, June 3 at 10am in the Chapel of the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in Wayne's memory to the Humane Society of Missouri would be greatly appreciated by his family. https://hsmo.org/
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