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1927
DIED
2008
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Wayne Staples Obituary
Graveside service: 2 p.m. Tuesday in Mount Olivet Cemetery. Visitation: 6 to 8 p.m. Monday at Mount Olivet Funeral Home.
Wayne E. Staples was born July 3, 1927, in Fort Worth to Johnnie and Robert Staples. Wayne was raised in the Diamond Hill area and was a lifelong resident of Fort Worth. He also was a longtime employee of Bell Helicopter.
Wayne will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Survivors: Wife of 58 years, Marian; children, Stella Valdez and husband, Robert, Wayne "Sandy" Staples Jr. and wife, Cindy, and Carey Parrack and husband, Jeff; grandchildren, Rachel Flores and fiance, Jason Tidwell, Haley Turner and husband, Cody, Tracey Krieghbaum and husband, David, Laura Valdez, Boone Staples and wife, Lindsay, Casey Staples, Drew Staples, Jacob Jordan and wife, Tanya, and Jessica McCoy; 13 great-grandchildren.
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Jessica jordan
September 10, 2009
Pa, it has been almost a year now. I miss you more then words could ever say. I remember the last time i gave you hugs and kisses and told you i loved you, the next day you were gone. It was the hardest thing in my life to let you go, but you are the one that has always made me stronger, so I have been strong for you. Mommaw is doing well. Shes attending church regularly and we often talk about you and all our memories we shared. You were my biggest inspiration,encouragment and u believed in me, even when others did not. I love you so much Pa, I cant wait to see you again, and I know that I will,til then, try not to order the angels around :) I love you.
-Jessica aka Peanut
Bill and Merriann Martin
November 2, 2008
Marion and Family,
We have lost a good friend and will miss him alot. Marion, you and Wayne have enriched our lives and we have enjoyed being with you in our travels. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gene Kincaid
October 30, 2008
Marion and Family,
Wayne is one of my earliest heros. I'm sure the excitement of being on a motorcycle had a huge impact on my childish adore, but there was much more to it than that. He made me feel a part of the activities and that he wanted to be with me. He is a boy's man friend and a man's man friend. The world won't be as enjoyable without him. I think of him often and cherish his memory.
Steve Nelson
October 28, 2008
To the Staples Family,
My deepest sympathy for your loss. Mr. Staples was a good friend and hunting buddy of my dad, Price Nelson. I also have fond memories of Mr. Staples from hunting and he and my dad made a hunting rifle for me that I have to this day.
I hope that all your good memories are a comfort to you.
Steve Nelson
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Jo Ann Stout
October 28, 2008
Carey & Jeff,
My thoughts & prayers are with you.
Love,
Jo Ann
Jill Basaldua (Moorefield)
October 28, 2008
I am so sorry for the families loss. My Grandmother - Wanda Moorefield - loves your family and Wayne very much! I heard so many great great things about him! She will miss him terribly. God Bless!
October 28, 2008
Stella, Bob and family,
We are so sorry for your loss. May our Lord cradle him in his arms. Thoughts of love for all of you. We love you guys.
John, Delia & family.
Tiffany Inay
October 28, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Bill Lamb
October 27, 2008
I will always cherish the great memories that I have with Wayne. He played a BIG part of molding me into a man. We had alot of great times hunting, fishing, and just spending time together. He will surely be missed by all.
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Alvarez
October 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know we love and care about you all.
Kathy & Richard Alvarez
Frank Wagner
October 27, 2008
I worked with Wayne for many years and have fond memories of our association. He was a fine gentleman and a diligent worker with a ready smile. Please accept my sincerest condolence.
Roy Robertson
October 27, 2008
Stella
Comfort and Peace
A sweet pea is the prophet of parting. Its feathery touch and beautiful fragrance pledge remembrance. Wishing you comfort and peace at this difficult time. May God bless you and your family.
Tim, Lynn & Allison Gross
October 27, 2008
We're so sorry to hear of your loss. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Larry and Patricia Alvarez
October 27, 2008
Marian, Stella and the rest of Wayne's family; Wayne was a great man. Memories of time spent with him will always be with us. We feel his loss in our hearts; and our tears flow here too. May God's comfort be with you and with all of us.
Molly Krieghbaum
October 27, 2008
I love you pa and everyone will miss you.
Mike Krawetzke
October 27, 2008
Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
Danny Harris
October 27, 2008
Wayne trained me as a Liaison and Material Engineer at Bell Helicopter Plant 5 up until his retirement, that 5 year period ranks as one of the best times in my life, thanks to Wayne.
Wayne was a mentor and friend to a lot of us that worked with him prior to his retirement from Bell Plant 5A, America. I believe he retired in early 1989? He was old school in the best of ways, when a man's word and his handshake were as good as gold and worth a hell of a lot more. Don't get me wrong, he wasn't perfect, but he always seemed to have the best interests of all parties in mind with whatever he was involved in. He worked a lot of material review and manufacturing problems at Plant 5 for a lot of years, putting up with resistance and pettiness on all sides.
I hope his retirement years with his friends and family were good ones, he worked hard and deserved all the rewards of this life and the next.
I lost my Dad threes years ago and I still miss him dearly and we will all miss Wayne.
My God's peace be with you,
Amen!
Delton Parker
October 27, 2008
The United Aerospace Workers Local#218 send our condolences to you and your family at the loss of "Wayne''. our prayers are with you and your family. Chaplain Delton Parker. 98 West Hurst Blvd. Hurst Tx.,76053
Lisa and Dave Settles
October 27, 2008
Our hearts go out to Marian, Stella and the rest of the family during this difficult time. God Bless you all.
John Kennelly
October 27, 2008
I met Wayne in January of 1989 & worked with him up to the time of his retirement. He taught me many things . I treasured his friendship and kindness with me as a fellow engineer working at a new location.
Mike and Vicki Askew
October 27, 2008
Marian, Stella, Sandy, Carey and family,
Our love and prayers go out to you. We are so blessed to have shared so many special times with you and your family, especially at the lake.
Love you much.
George & Mary Hughes
October 27, 2008
We lost a good friend, "who frought the good fight"! We are better for having shared a small part of his life and travels. Marian, Gods Peace and Love to you and your family..
October 27, 2008
Stella & Family,
Your dad was a great man and loved by all who knew him. Take comfort knowing there's another angel in heaven.
Lovingly,
Chuck & Nancy Parker Beckum
Gail Flores
October 27, 2008
Stella,
Rudy and I are very sorry to hear about your Dad. This part of the "cycle of life" is such a challenge. Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. Those are the "moments" that will get you through this difficult time, and the wonderful memories to cherish forever. Sincerely, Gail & Rudy Flores
George & Zadie Bailey
October 27, 2008
May the peace that only God can give be yours during this time is our prayer. May He continue to comfort and bless all of you.
Our love to all from Tanya and Jacob's Mississippi family
Joanna Gafford
October 27, 2008
Marian,
I will have wonderful memories of Wayne and spending 4th of July out at the Lake with everyone. Wayne was a very kind man and I will miss him. My heart goes out to you and your family.
Love, Joanna, Terry, Hunter and Harrison
Susie & David Stevens
October 27, 2008
Marion, Stella, Sandy & Carey,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. My mind fills with wonderful memories of Wayne and Daddy at the lake and the endless days of skiing and the fun we had. I like to think that Daddy has his best friend again and they are enjoying a round of golf. He will be missed.
Robyn Goss
October 26, 2008
Sandy & Family-
Our sympathy and prayers are with all of you. Take comfort in a lifetime of wonderful memories.
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