Wayne was born to Homer Michael and Phoebe Delphine (Jantz) Engle on October 17, 1949 in Thomas, OK and passed away on Sunday, December 4, 2022 in Thomas, OK having reached the age of 73 years, 1 month and 17 days.

Wayne was raised in the Thomas area and attended school in Custer City, graduating in 1967. After high school he attended Southwestern State College for one year. Wayne worked in the oil field as a pumper and welder.  In his free time, he enjoyed playing pool. In the world of pool players, Wayne was President of Black Gold Pool Association and 2 Rivers Association of Pool Players.  Wayne was a caring and passionate person, helping others anonymously.

Wayne is survived by his sister, Marilyn Tyson of Wernersville, PA; two nieces, Shelley Lipscomb of Philadelphia, PA and Jenny Ludwig of Wernersville, PA.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents, Homer and Phoebe; one sister, Lois Engle; and two brothers, Merle and David.