Wayne Paul Mamock

Born in Baltimore, MD on July 1, 1948 to Katherine and Herbert Mamock. Brother to Katherine Borsella, father of Meghan and Gabriel; grandfather to Jackson, Sean, Barrett, Emma, & Kellan. Known by many, loved by all. Wayne was a graduate of Loyola Blakefield High School of Towson, MD. Wayne followed the Jesuit teachings and was a, "man for others." He earned his Bachelor's degree from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA. While attending LaSalle, Wayne, rowed for crew. He would go on to say the experience made him realize the importance of team work and galvanized his inability to quit when times were tough. He would never let his team down. Upon graduation from LaSalle University Wayne lived in Mt. Washington, NH. He worked for the Cog Railway and became an enthusiast of the magnificent trains upon which he worked, and the beautiful landscape which he viewed. Wayne was a small business owner. He owned Mamock's Motor Electric in Annapolis, MD. Wayne proudly served in the United States Air Force and was a Combat veteran; having deployed to multiple locations around the globe-to include Italy, Germany, Afghanistan, & Iraq. MSGT Wayne Mamock worked on the A-10 Warthog throughout his career in the Air Force, and was proud to support the untold number of men on the ground in harm's way in numerous areas engaged in combat. Wayne's passion for flight lead to his pursuit and receipt of a pilot's license, and in retirement he went on to work at Signature Aviation to remain involved with airplanes. Wayne was a proud brother, father, grandfather, and Catholic. His faith was strong, as was his will to live. He was a devoted Catholic, father, airman, and citizen. He was surrounded by those that loved him all the way until the end. He will be missed greatly by his family and friends. His support by Terry Fitzsimmons & Deborah Wagner meant the world to him. He valiantly battled cancer for two years, and inspired all who encountered him. He lived by a simple motto, "pray toward Heaven and row toward shore." Friends may call on Friday, January 29, 2016 from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at John M. Taylor Funeral Home, 147 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis, MD. Mass of Christian burial will be offered on Saturday, January 30TH, 9:00 A.M. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 109 Duke of Gloucester Street, Annapolis. Interment will be in Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial donations be made in Wayne's name to Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. 11311 McCormick Rd., Ste. 350, Hunt Valley, MD 21031. - See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/capitalgazette/obituary.aspx?page=lifestory&pid=177040239#sthash.2u0UWrFy.dpuf