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Wayne Clausen Obituary
Born on November 11, 1940, in Albany, New York, Wayne was the son of the late Nola Eggleston Clausen and Nicolas Charles Clausen. He was also preceded in death by his sister, Norma; his brother, Jim; and his grandson, Nicolas.
Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps from 1961 to 1964. During his service, he was stationed at 8th and I in Washington, D.C., where he served as a Ceremonial Guard and was a member of the prestigious Silent Drill Team. He later served as an Artillery Surveyor at Camp LeJeune, North Carolina.
Following his military service, Wayne founded Clausen Instrument Company, where he applied his skills and entrepreneurial spirit. He was also a passionate youth soccer coach, dedicating many years to coaching both girls' and boys' teams and positively impacting the lives of countless young athletes.
Wayne is survived by his devoted wife of 64 years, Nancy Clausen; his daughter, Jennifer; his son, Charles; his estranged son, Wayne; six grandchildren; and his sister, Phyllis (Jack), along with a niece and nephew.
Wayne will be remembered for his service, his dedication to family and community, and his lifelong commitment to mentoring and guiding others.
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Nancy Staten
November 23, 2025
So very sorry for your loss. Miss you all here in Raleigh.
Nancy Engebretson Staten
Jack & Leona Hughes
November 18, 2025
It was so nice to have you as neighbors. Wayne was a wonderful man. He will be missed. We will Prayer for him & your family
Jimmy Hughes
November 17, 2025
My condolences. I am sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories of Mr. Clausen. I still have the guitar I bought from him when I was a teenager. He is a great man. He will be missed.
Fred Brooks Taylor
November 15, 2025
Nancy, my best to you in this sad time. Memories of you at Milne and good times with many are still vivid for me. Hope they are for you too. Fred Taylor
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Tim Lamm
November 6, 2025
Good afternoon.
I remember Wayne as a kind gentleman.
Always willing to help with questions I had as a young concrete contractor.
I purchased 6 Lazor and three instruments from Wayne.
He was always willing to show me how to best use the latest technology that was on the market.
Helped me with get them back in calibration.
Even after moving his business to Black mountain he was still willing to help me.
He was a fine person.
Thank you Wayne.!!!
Tim Lamm
T B Lamm Enterprises.
Sybillyn Hoyle Jennings
November 4, 2025
Dear Nancy,
My sympathy to you, your children and family upon the death of your husband.
I believe I met Wayne only once, a fine man with whom you shared your life.
May their be comfort in your mourning and joy in your memories.
With care and love for you, Syb
Kathryn P Wilson
October 30, 2025
Wayne was always a gracious host when I visited them in Swanannoah. He will be missed.
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