Wayne "Sarge" Belden

Count me among those who will miss Mr. Belden immensely. He was like my second father (I know a lot of people can claim that!). Our families were close since I was 8 years old and I grew up with his kids.

Mr. B was a godsend to me. If I was ever in a jam (and in my rebellious youth, that was fairly frequently), I always knew I could call him, at any time of the day or night, and he would come to my rescue, no questions asked.

I will miss the way he always called me...

I am very sorry to hear about Wayne passing away. I didn't know Wayne but I knew his wife Phyllis. I worked with her at the Elks lodge. I saw the obit and just had to write a note. Phyllis I hope you are doing well. Take care. I saw my parents Jim and Shirly Poage last weekend and they remember you very well. Eileen Poage

Wayne was well known by all of us here at Hearthwood Dog and Cat Clinic. His daughter Sue is a receptionist here. His humor was always a bright spot in everyone's day with his concerned calls about his "sick elephant that had to be seen by the doctor". We will miss all the different hats he would show up in. Wayne was an amiable very likeable person who saw the good in people and situations. This is evident in his family he raised and the love so many people had for Wayne. There is...

I am a fairly recent addition to the Belden extended family, and I can say I feel so lucky to have known Wayne, even though it was not for nearly long enough. When I first met him, I was welcomed as if I had been around for years! He was always right there with a big hug, smiling and joking around...he will be missed very much by me and my husband (Wayne's nephew) and my heart goes out to his family and friends that have lost such a wonderful man in their lives.

March 31,2011
Happy Birthday Dad. We will miss you and love you always.

I count it a blessing to have known and love Phyllis and Wayne like a second parent..... Wayne's smile and humor will be missed.

I count it my blessing to have known and love Wayne and Phyllis as my second Parents.... His smile and humor will be missed and my heart and love is with his precious Family.

Susan, Derek and family, I am sorry for your loss. our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.