Wayne Selivanow

Wayne Selivanow obituary, Newberg, OR

Wayne Selivanow

Wayne Selivanow Obituary

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Wayne Selivanow passed away January 3, 2026. He was born September 27, 1932, and raised in Killdeer, North Dakota, later moving to Oregon at the age of 13.

Wayne was a skilled tradesman who owned and operated his own hardwood floor laying business. He was married to Ethel Ann Selivanow from 1951 until her passing on November 18, 1982.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Ethel Ann Selivanow, and his son, Kevin Selivanow (November 11, 2011). Wayne is survived by his children Kim Selivanow, Carlyn Whiting, and Christy Denham, along with 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Wayne had a lifelong love for the land he developed, the farm he created, the animals, the oak tree, the woods, the fruit trees, and the flowers he planted. He could almost always be found outside working, weeding, and caring for the land he loved.

Funeral services will be held January 19, 2026, at Attrell's Funeral Chapel in Newberg, Oregon.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Attrell's Funeral Chapel - Newberg

207 Villa Road, Newberg, OR 97132

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