Wayne Franklin Temple

Wayne Franklin Temple obituary

Wayne Franklin Temple

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Wayne Temple Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dawalt Funeral Home - Salem on Sep. 29, 2025.

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Wayne Franklin Temple, 75, of Pekin, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at Mitchell Manor.

He was born August 5, 1950 in Madison, Indiana, to the late Stephen and Evelyn (Callahan) Temple.

Wayne retired from Eastern High School and will be remembered for his kind spirit and love he shared with those around him.

He is survived by his children, Angela Temple of Pekin, Indiana and Aaron (Jessica) Temple of Pekin, Indiana. He was a proud grandfather to Ava Temple, Raelynn Eve and Freya Temple, who brought him great joy.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents.

A service to honor Wayne's life will be held on Friday October 3, 2025 at 5 p.m. at Lyles's Park, 5581 E. Old State Road 56, Salem, Indiana.

The service will be followed by a graveside service at Emmanuel Cemetery on Voyles Road in Pekin, Indiana.

Wayne will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

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Upcoming Events

Oct

3

Memorial service

5:00 p.m.

Lyles Park

5581 East Old State Road 56, Salem, IN 47167

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Dawalt Funeral Home - Salem

Only 2 days left for delivery to next service.