Wayne has been a resident of Florida since 2004, when he moved from Wisconsin. Wayne was proud of the fact that he was merited as an Eagle Scout. He was the football player that met and married his high school cheerleader sweetheart, Kathy. He drove Semi truck for Gateway-Fleming Foods prior to retirement. While residing in Wisconsin, Wayne was active in the Moose Lodge. In his spare time, Wayne enjoyed golfing, hunting, and his fishing trips up to Canada. He enjoyed crossword puzzles. Wayne was an avid Green Bay Packers fan. He cherished the time spent with his grandchildren.
Wayne is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Kathy Bakken; son, Matt Bakken (Mary), of Highland Ranch, Colorado; daughter, Krystal Sailors (Greg), of Durham , North Carolina; grandchildren, Alaina, Jade, and Korinne Bakken and Jackson, Luke, Landan, and Joshua Sailors; brother, Gary Bakken (Dolly), of Tuscon, Arizona; sister, Catherine Edwards (Gene), of Lodi, Wisconsin; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends.
A Celebration of Wayne's life will take place at a later date.
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