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WAYNE BROOKE Obituary
Wayne D. Brooke of Gainesville, passed away Friday, April 5th at Shands Hospital after a brief battle with cancer.
Wayne was born to Don and Gwyneth Means Brook/ Chestnut of Gainesville on March 12, 1956 at Alachua General Hospital. He graduated from Gainesville High School in 1974 and held a AA Degree in Business from Santa Fe Community College. He began working for Central Florida Office Supply at the age of 16. Wayne called Square Dancing for many years in both Florida and Georgia, and was an avid fisherman especially in Cedar Key. He enjoyed RVing, tending to his home garden and Koi pond.
Wayne is survived by his sister Katherine E. Brooke, Caregiver Shar Harley, His Lifelong Companion Fritz Frugoli and his dogs Lucy and Ricky.
He will be missed by family, friends and many business associates for his quick wit and dry humor.
A celebration of his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the American Cancer Society.
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Lest we rest to ease our worries.
Charley McWhorter
April 27, 2013
I was heart broken to hear of Wayne's passing. My heart and support go out to his partner Fritz & Sister Kathrine. Know that he is at peace. My thoughts and hopes for are there for you moving forward.
Shannon Whitten
April 18, 2013
I am terribly sorry for Wayne's loss. I worked with him at CFOP for 30 plus years. He was one of my great loves in life. His enthusiasm, playful nature, quick wit and gentle sweet nature, always made him a favorite amongst all who knew him. I feel great loss today, having just found out about his death. God bless his family and friends during this overwhelming loss.
April 14, 2013
I worked with Wayne for several years at CFOS. We always had a good time together. I will miss him a lo
t. Connie Mitchell
Suzie Svacina
April 10, 2013
May he rest in peace.
Jean and Paul Kirchner
April 9, 2013
Fritz, We visited Grand Lake a couple weeks ago and thought about the many memories we had as neighbors of you and Wayne for several winters. Wayne took such good care of Jean and all of her art and garden musings. Wayne's memory lives on for us in many places. RIP neighbor and friend.
Shar Harley
April 9, 2013
It was a pleasure and an honor to have known and loved Wayne. He is somewhere tending the most beautiful garden and with his two dogs Vivian and Fred who went before him. No more pain my friend and that is a good thing. Peace and love.
Gloria & Bob Jones
April 9, 2013
Katherine & Fritz,
So saddened to hear of Wayne's passing! Worked everyday with him for many years. My love & prayers go out to you!
Here's lookin' at you kid! It was an honor and a pleasure my friend. This photo was taken of Wayne 3 weeks ago while we were at Dudley Farms.
April 9, 2013
April 9, 2013
To Fritz and Wayne's Family, our sympathies to you all.We spent many years together at Grand Lake enjoying the RV lifestyle and get togethers.Wendy and Felton
April 9, 2013
Fritz, We are so sorry to hear about Wayne. He had a tough time with his health for quite a while. We wish we had a chance to say goodbye before you left Grand Lake. You are both in our prayers.
Larry and Elizabeth McCormick
Karen Ann Bunner-Edwards
April 9, 2013
Fritz,
I am so sorry to hear about Wayne's passing. We are here for you when you need. Stay strong.
Carol Campbell
April 9, 2013
Fritz; So very sad to hear about the passing on Wayne. I will keep you in my prayers.
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