Mr. Honor "Wayne" Duane Woolridge

On November 14, 1956, in Fort Worth, Texas Honor B. and Naomi Woolridge were blessed with their one and only son, they named him Honor Duane Woolridge A*K*A Wayne. Wayne attended Polytechnic High School and went on to work for Clark Lawn Care Services, and he also did home repairs. Wayne was a man of many things but most importantly he was a man that loved and cherished his mom beyond words. She was his biggest supporter and his best friend. Wayne being the only boy raised with six girls loved his sisters and cherished the love they had for him. He took great pride in the way he dressed; he had a deep love for old school music and going to the game room where winning was always on his side. He had his own way of expressing himself, and his sense of style was a part of what made him uniquely him. Family held a special place in his heart. The love he shared with those closest to him will forever remain a treasured part of his legacy.

Wayne’s life was filled with connections to many, memories, and moments that will continue to live on in the hearts of those who knew and loved him. His presence, his voice and humor will be deeply missed, but the stories, laughter and love associated with his life will never be forgotten.

Those Who Preceded Him in Death

Wayne was preceded in death by his beloved parents, Honor B. Woolridge and Naomi Woolridge; his eldest sister, Linda J. Cole; his nephews, Curlee Marshall, Tyhee Marshall and his aunt Sarah D. Fields.

Those Left to Cherish His Memory

Wayne leaves behind a loving family who will forever treasure his memory his son, Anthony (Bree); four grandchildren, Kayla, Kenddrick, Charles and Lora; his sisters, Janice Marshall, Sherry Badger, Diane McIntyre (his diamond in the ruff), Alicia Osborne (Jerry) and Johnnie English (David), adopted sister, Jennie Lockett (Dre); his nieces Rochelle Brinson (Greg), Celeste Brewer, Audrianna Osborne (Des), Deshunay Osborne, Deshume Badger, Ebony Brewer (Marcel), Monica Thompson (Priestly), Corlitta Johnson, Carla Whatley. his nephews James Badger (Kim), O’Bryan Wright, John Whatley, Jr, Staron Badger, Rayfield McIntyre, Jr. (Kayla), and Salestirest Brewer, Jr.

He also leaves behind a host of great nieces, great nephews, cousins and special friends Bobby Reed, Clayton Brookins, Russel and Kathy Teal, Nathaniel Allen, Patricia Tolbert, Dana Bonner and Sonya Wilson along with a ton of friends and family who will continue to carry his memory in their hearts.