Wayne Michael Heine

Wayne graduated from East Alton/Woodriver High School and later from Peru State College, where he spent four years playing his favorite sport, basketball—an early reflection of the steady dedication that would mark his life.

Wayne worked for Varsity Transportation for 35 years. He also served as the general maintenance man for his wife’s hair salon—owned together—for more than 50 years, offering his time and care in countless practical ways that spoke to his kind heart and faithful devotion.

Wayne was married to his wife, Linda (Schwer) Heine, for 56 years. Together, they raised two daughters, Jaime (Jeremy) Hodges and Kelli (Adam) James. Wayne was a loving father and Papa, and he will be deeply missed by his grandchildren: Lydia, Lauryn, and Layton Hodges, and Noah and Brody James. He is also survived by his brother, Robert Heine.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Roland and Mary, and his brother, Bernie.

Wayne lived in Papillion, Nebraska, and will be remembered with gratitude and respect for the love he gave so steadily, the care he showed so naturally, and the devotion that shaped his life and family.

The family will be having a private graveside service.