Wayne was born June 20, 1946 in Corsicana, Texas to Trudy Faye Sutton and Oddis Cowden
Wayne dedicated his life to the city of Dallas and his welding career. He retired after thirty-two years of service. During his retirement, he enjoyed spending time at the deer lease and fishing.
Wayne was preceded in death by his mother, Trudy Faye Sutton, father Oddis Cowden, brothers Ronny Joe, and Daniel Cowden.
Wayne was survived by his wife, Leota Sue Cowden, whom he enjoyed 57 years with. Together they resided in Balch Springs, where they raised their three children; Teresa Johnson, Terry Cowden, Tammy Collins and husband, Jeffrey Collins. Wayne had three grandchildren; Matthew Johnson, Tiffney Johnson-Taylor and husband Sean Taylor and Christopher Alexander. Wayne also had seven great-grandchildren; Khloe-Lynn Johnson, Olivia Johnson, Delilah Taylor, Alexx Escarzaga, Egypt Escarzaga, Jacob Alexander, and Dixie Alexander.