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Wayne Erwin Obituary
Wayne L. Erwin
HOBART, IN - Wayne L. Erwin, age 70, of Hobart, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2019 at the VNA Hospice in Valparaiso. Wayne was born on August 10, 1948 in Gary, IN to the late Russell and Helen (nee Merrill) Erwin. Wayne retired as a Business Planner from US Steel; he was a 1966 Hobart High School graduate and proudly served his country in the United States Army. He will be remembered as a loving brother, uncle and friend.
Wayne is survived by his brother, Harold (Candy) Erwin of Valparaiso; sister, Patricia (Rick Sr.) Fahey of Hobart; four nephews, Richard (Jessica) Fahey Jr., Kevin Fahey, Russell Erwin and Andrew Erwin; two nieces, Annette (Michael) Coulombe and Heather (Kevin) Ogawa. He was preceded in death by his parents and infant sister, Sandra Kay Erwin.
Funeral service for Wayne will be held Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at 10:00 a.m. at REES FUNERAL HOME, 600 W. Old Ridge Road Hobart, IN 46342 with Pastor Bob Burton officiating. Burial will be held at Evergreen Memorial Park in Hobart. Visitation will be Tuesday, April 23, 2019 from 4:00-8:00 p.m. at REES FUNERAL HOME, HOBART CHAPEL. For information (219) 942-2109 or online condolences at www.reesfuneralhome.com.
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Karen Ereler
April 25, 2019
Dear Pat, Rick, Ricky and Kevin, I am so sorry for you loss. Even though we know that he Wayne is in a better place, with the angels, it hurts the hearts of the ones who love him. May your love and memories keep him close to you. I am so sorry but I will not be able to attend visitation due to the hours. My work schedule gets in the way but my prayers and love are with you.
April 22, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss. May God comfort your hearts and give you strength in your time of sorrow. 2Thessalonians 2:16,17
Brenda Ditlinger
April 22, 2019
When I remember Wayne, it brings a smile to my face recalling his arrival to family reunions in his latest vehicle. And, he certainly had an impressive racetrack in his basement when I was young.
Sherry Treat (Merrill)
April 21, 2019
I'll always remember my cousin Wayne with a smile on his face. Although I was younger and probably annoying he would play ping pong or race cars with me in the basement when we visited. I really appreciate all he did to care for his parents. I know Pat, Harold and their families will miss him greatly.
cook thomas
April 20, 2019
I went through Hobart High School with Wayne. We were friends - both graduating with the class of 1966. Later we were drafted into the U. S. Army on the same day and went to basic training in the same company at Ft. Bragg. Wayne became very ill during basic training - I believe it was appendicitis. He went to the hospital and I did not see him after that. He was a good man and a good friend.
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Apr
23
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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN 46342
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24
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10:00 a.m.
Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel - Hobart600 West Old Ridge Road, Hobart, IN 46342
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