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07/24/1937
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12/15/2025
Wayne Gaylin Obituary
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Chris McAyeal
January 31, 2026
Wayne was one of my dad´s best friends. When Wayne was CEO of the credit union, my dad was president of the board. They enjoyed golfing together and time in Arizona up until my dad´s passing. Wayne was one of the best men I´ve ever known. Sending all my love to Quanah and the family.
Vicki Cropper
January 10, 2026
I remember many years ago, when I first started dating Wayne and Quanah´s nephew, Jeff. Even though Jeff and I were incredibly young at the time (15 & 17) It meant so much to him for me to meet his Uncle Wayne and Aunt Quanah-they were incredibly important to him. Uncle Wayne and Aunt Quanah took the time to invite us to their home, and were incredibly kind and welcoming. We shared such a wonderful evening together. Now after 45 years of being in the family, I can attest that Uncle Wayne was an exceptionally kind, loving, and honorable man-someone deeply loved, greatly respected, and truly cherished. We were blessed to have him as an uncle.
Prayers and hugs to Quanah, Treena and the rest of the immediate family.
Vicki (and Jeff) Cropper
Roger Michaelis
January 9, 2026
This photo of Wayne is from September just before he received his diagnosis.
There are many aspects in describing my times spent with Wayne over the years. Here are a few that immediately come to mind.
I came to know Wayne through his work at Oregon Telco Credit Union. He had just moved back from California. He was a highly respected CEO. During his tenure at the Credit Union, he was very involved in many important positions within our industry, including serving on the National Board for State Chartered Credit Unions and the formation of Automated Items Management (AIM).
On the charitable front Wayne was involved in the Hank and Moose golf tournament which raised funds for the Children´s Miracle Network (CMN). He participated in all credit union events supporting Doernbecher Children´s Hospital in Portland.
In the evening following our industry events we would often gather to engage in playing poker or dice. Wayne always seemed to the instigator of these pastimes. I guess it was because he often won. One time we held an annual company party for the employees of AIM where at one junction during the party Wayne was able to convert his pool table into a professional card table including chips. (He also won most of the money). He often traveled with a deck of cards or his dice to start things up.
To add to his gambling stories, Wayne won so much money from playing golf with me at one time he wanted to issue me a 1099 Statement to declare his winnings. It was always in good fun and a fun time.
Wayne introduced me to bourbon (and lots of it).
One of the activities that we always kidded Wayne about, was that on every Monday night he had to get home early for Quanah´s fried chicken. This went along with Quanah calling his local restaurant to place Wayne´s lunch order. He almost had to call Quanah while in a buffet line at Salishan once because he didn´t know if he liked mayonnaise on his sandwich.
Most of all Wayne was my friend. I have not come across many people in my life that could measure up to him. He was lots of fun, loyal, loved his family and was a great influence on many.
He will be missed.
Greg Bottaro
January 7, 2026
Wayne is my father-in-law and I have many great memories with him. I was not the best handy-man but Wayne was always there with tools in hand and taught me so much. We both loved to golf and had many great rounds that always ended with his golf group, beer, collection of bets and many good laughs. Wayne was always kind to us all and made me feel welcome always; I'll miss him.
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Greg Bottaro
January 7, 2026
Gina Palatka
January 6, 2026
My Grandpa was the best ! He had such a kind heart and was a big part of my life . My grandpa made sure we went on amazing trips, and enjoyed making Christmas extra fun. My grandpa was the best Dad, Grandpa, husband and friend. He was always there anytime someone needed anything. I am so grateful that my son got to know his great grandpa Wayne for many years. He always showed up for his soccer games, holidays and performances. I enjoyed meeting him and grandma at breakfast some Sundays and watching his favorite game shows. I love you Grandpa so much
Jim & Sheila Sloan
January 6, 2026
Wishing you comfort and peace to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart
Jim and Sheila Sloan
January 6, 2026
Treena (Gaylin) Bottaro
January 6, 2026
I could never have asked for a better dad. I was a daddy's girl from day one and remained that way through his life. He was always there for me and my family and made life so much fun. He especially loved Christmas time and Disneyland. I never could keep up with him in Disneyland or out eat him in Chocolate Covered Frozen Bananas there. I have so many wonderful memories of my dad...those memories are so special to me now and will always keep him close.....but I will still miss him everyday....
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