Wayne Orson Obituary
Wayne Sherman Orson was born on November 30, 1945, to Walter and Sadie (Hjelle) Orson in Willmar. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in New London, Minnesota. Wayne attended school in New London and graduated in 1964.
Following high school, Wayne entered the United States Air Force, where he proudly served as a firefighter. During his service, he was stationed in Montgomery, Alabama, and at RAF Lakenheath in England. He was honorably discharged after completing his service.
Wayne worked for many years as an electrician, first alongside his father and brother Marlyn. He was a dedicated volunteer firefighter in New London for more than 20 years. Throughout his career, Wayne worked for Quade Electric, Northwest Airlines, and several other employers, all while being a proud and longtime member of IBEW Local 292.
Wayne had a deep love for his family and rarely missed an opportunity to gather with them. He also enjoyed collecting coins, flying as a private pilot, driving his pickup, and spending time doing the things he loved.
He is survived by his brothers Wilbur Orson of New London; Marlyn (Jackie) Orson of New London; Ronald (Marsha) Orson of Phoenix, Arizona; and his sister Marlys Bjur (Ed Marklowitz) of Litchfield. He is also survived by his nephews Eric (Joy) Orson of Minneapolis; Christopher (Nicolle) Orson of Rice Lake, Wisconsin; Bryan (Jessica) Orson of North Branch; Clifton R. Orson of Phoenix, Arizona; and his niece Loen (Daniel) Reinhart of Phoenix, Arizona. Wayne is further survived by his grand-nephews Gavin, Ari, and Henry Orson; and his grand-nieces Ella, Vera, Winnie Orson, and Cora, Amelia, and Lily Reinhart.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Walter and Sadie Orson; his brother Clifton S. Orson; his brother-in-law Dick Bjur; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
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