Wayne Carter Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
Wayne L. Carter, 79, of Finleyville, passed away Monday October 13, 2025, in AHN Jefferson Hospital.
He was born March 2, 1946, in Lexington Va, a son of the late William and Elsie Carter.
Wayne was self-employed in construction and was a veteran of the U.S. Army, serving during the Vietnam War.
Surviving are three sons; Wayne (Julie) Carter Jr., Gregory (Alison) Coffey and Dylan (Sandy) Carter, one daughter; Chelsea (Tyler) Elliott, three grandchildren, two great-grandchildren, two brothers; Terry and Donny McGowan and many nieces and nephews.
Deceased is his brother Chuck McGowan.
Arrangements are private and under direction of Kegel Funeral Home, Inc. in Finleyville. Memorial donations can be made to a charity of one's choice.
To send flowers
to the family or plant a tree
in memory of Wayne L. Carter, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
3560 Washington Ave, Finleyville, PA 15332
Make a Donation
in Wayne Carter's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
People and places connected with Wayne
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Wayne's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Wayne Carter's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
