Wayne J Harrington

Wayne Harrington passed away peacefully on December 3, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. Wayne was born on July 21, 1922 in Osh Kosh Wisconsin. Wayne proudly served in the Navy and was a World War II Veteran. He met and married Margaret “Peggy” Hector in 1946. Wayne was a good business man and worked hard to provide for his family. He was owner and operator of Northwest Ceramics, and Hobby Land in Fargo, North Dakota. In 1987 he decided to retire to Arizona with his wife and sold his businesses to his son Fred. Sadly, Peggy passed away in 1997. The same year Wayne met Judy, a woman he was lucky enough to spend the rest of his life with. Wayne and Judy enjoyed the Arizona life together. They were active and enjoyed being members of Mesa Buckhorn Elks Lodge #2656 and Wayne was proud to be an Escort Patrol with the Shriners. Wayne leaves behind many friends and family who will miss him dearly. Wayne is survived by his loving partner Judy, son Fred and Dorothy, two grandchildren Anissa and Heidi, and two great grandchildren Courtnie and Hunter. Wayne was preceded in death by both of his parents, brothers Ron and Doug, and sister Joyce. Services for Wayne will be held at Melcher Mortuary Mission Chapel 6625 E. Main St. Mesa, Arizona, Thursday, December 9, 2010 at 2:00 pm. Arrangements entrusted to Melcher Mortuary Mission Chapel 480-832-3500. More information on the service can be obtained by visiting www.melchermission.com.