Wayne passed away peacefully at the age of 79 years old, on July 21, 2020 at his family home in Yakima, Washington.
He was the youngest of 5 brothers and 3 sisters.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Mary Karel, and his children: Nona Karel-Vasquez, Leslie Karel, Tony Karel, and Tina Karel, 18 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren, 1 great-great-grandchild, and numerous nieces & nephews, including his nephew Dick Karel, who was more like a brother to him.
Wayne was preceded in death by his youngest son Timothy Dell Karel.
Per Wayne’s request, no services will be held.
Always remembered, he will be forever in our hearts.
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