WAYNE FARISS Obituary

FARISS WAYNE, of Lake Placid, Florida, went to be with the Lord October 21, 2011. Wayne was born in Tampa, Florida January 29, 1929. Preceding him in death were his parents Robert Patterson Fariss and W. Mae Fariss, sisters June Joyce Crumpton and Alice Ruth Mabry.Wayne lived in Lake Placid, Florida with his devoted, loving and caring wife Betty of 59 years. He leaves behind 4 loving children Bob (Susan), John (Jean), David (Cindy), Anne Reed (Barry), and seven grandchildren, Kristopher, Stephen, Jessica, Thomas, Victoria Fariss, Erica and Emily Reed. He also had one great-grand daughter, Harper Fariss.A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, October 24, at 10:00 am at the First Presbyterian of Lake Placid, 118 N. Oak Avenue Lake Placid, Fl 33852. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Good Shepherd Hospice 110 Hammock Road, Sebring, Fl 33870. View this Guest Book at www. MiamiHerald.com/obituaries.

Published by the Miami Herald on Oct. 23, 2011.
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I grew up in Miami and watched Wayne every night. Stangely enough, I Started my TV career at "Big 13" in 1986. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family

Randy Hardison

November 30, 2011

One of my favorite Newsmen when I lived in South Florida so many years ago...Prayers for all of his Family...

Ron and Linda Prowell

October 29, 2011

It was with deep sorry that I heard of Waynes passing. He was a beloved fellow Kiwanian and church member and neighor. He will alway be remembered as the man we all listened to each and every evening to know what was going on in the world. He will be missed and always remembered.

Robert Butler

October 28, 2011

I just remember "Uncle Wayne" as a part of our extended family. He was always the true gentleman, always the gracious host, always the dry humored comedian. Aunt Betty, John, Bob, David and Anne, my thoughts and prayers are with each of you as you grieve the loss of husband and father.

Laurel Gardiner Gardner

October 27, 2011

Dear Betty,
Remembering our days at Miami Shores Ele., and the good friendship of our daughters, Pam (then "Pamie")and your Anne. They had such fun together.

Our condolences on the loss of your husband. Know your family is a great comfort. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Wilma Baggesen

October 25, 2011

This is going to be a tough one for a while...such a wonderful man, who had so many people (friends, family and fans) that loved him so much. A gentleman that left a huge impact on everyone me met...always a story to tell...South Florida is going to truly miss you. With all our love,

Kathy & Michael

Kathy Toth

October 24, 2011

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Mike Carr

October 24, 2011

Wishing the family and friends of Wayne comfort in their loss. My memories of him and my dad working together in Miami at WCKT go back over 45 years - doesn't it all go by in the blink of an eye?
Requiescat in pace -

Richard Whitcomb

October 24, 2011

The Archbishop Curley Notre Dame Prep Community joins in expressing condolences to the family of Wayne Fariss, especially his grand children Thomas and Victoria. May he rest in peace and may you take joy in his memory.

Brother Moffett, CFC

October 24, 2011

Wayne was a broadcast pioneer and remembered by viewers in Tampa and Miami for his straightforward anchoring of the news.

Mike Clark

October 24, 2011

Dave and Family: I am very sorry to hear about your dad. I know how much you loved him. I really enjoyed talking to him the day you brought him to the Dolphins game.

Dick Daker

October 23, 2011

Betty and family - our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family - all good memories of you both in the old North Miami days.

Sammie & Allan Tait

October 23, 2011

May the Fariss family find peace and comfort in this difficult time. Be strong in the Lord and know he is with you .

David Comesanas

October 23, 2011

I heard about Wayne's passing away in the news. I really regret hearing the news, since he was my favorite anchorman when I first arrived at Miami from Cuba at the age of 15. May he RIP.

isidore stein

October 23, 2011

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