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Elaine Wayne Obituary

Elaine Wayne, age 95; Beloved wife and best friend of the late Harry Wayne; cherished mother of Corinne (Willie) Engelhart, Marlene (Dr. Laren) Garfield, Martin (Ann) Wayne, and the late E. Miriam (survived by Mark) Bromberg; loving "Baube" of Coby (Aliza) Engelhart, Jen Garfield (Jared Glanz-Berger), Shira (Daniel) Margol, Jared Garfield, Avi (Aviva) Engelhart, Merrick Wayne, Marissa Wayne, Maxx Wayne, Joseph Bromberg, Lena Bromberg, Mitchell Wayne, and great-grandchildren Shelhevet, Leora, Nessa, Hadassah, Yehuda, Dahlia, Micah, Aaron Tzvi, Ezra, Hannah, Orly, and Sidney; devoted daughter of the late Max and Jennie. As the matriarch of the family, Elaine was a positive and influential role model and left a legacy of kindness, wisdom, and compassion. Together with her husband Harry, they co-founded Wayne Engineering and worked side by side for over 40 years while remaining resolutely devoted to their loving family. A private family graveside funeral will be held Friday at 11 AM. The funeral can be viewed on Elaine's webpage at www.mitzvahfunerals.com live, or any time after the service. See webpage for information on outdoor Shiva. Masks required. Contributions in Elaine's name to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Info: Mitzvah Memorial Funerals 630-MITZVAH 630-648-9824

Published by Chicago Tribune on Oct. 14, 2021.
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