Wayne Keith Lites

Wayne Keith Lites obituary, Newnan, GA

Wayne Keith Lites

Wayne Lites Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory on Oct. 25, 2025.

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Wayne Keith Lites, 65, of Newnan, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025, at Newnan Hospital. He was born on December 15, 1959, in Miami, Florida, to the late Raymond Pat Lites and Mattie P. Lites. He is also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Judy Lites.Wayne grew up in Hapeville, Georgia, surrounded by his four brothers and three sisters. Known for his fearless nature, he was always the one who stood up to protect those he loved. In his later years, Wayne settled in Newnan, where he treasured spending time with friends and family and enjoyed riding his Harley.Wayne is survived by his son, Jeremy Lites and Michelle of Newnan; his son, Nathan and Ashley Lites; and his daughter, Ashley and Jake Ashley of Greenville, Georgia. He is also survived by eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM Sunday, October 26, 2025 in the chapel of McKoon Funeral Home, 38 Jackson St., Newnan, GA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service.
Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.mckoon.com
McKoon Funeral Home & Crematory (770) 253-4580

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