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Wayne McKay

1935 - 2024

Wayne McKay obituary, 1935-2024

BORN

1935

DIED

2024

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Hooper & Weaver Mortuary

459 Hollow Way

Nevada City, California

Wayne McKay Obituary

WAYNE McKAY

April 2, 1935 to June 5, 2024

Wayne was a farmer and cattle rancher in Swan Valley, Idaho. He helped build the Palisades Dam before relocating to Grass Valley and becoming an iron worker where he worked on such projects as Bullards Bar Dam, Golden Center Freeway, and Arco Arena. He was very proud of his time with Local 118 and was admired for his abilities. He was a proud Patriot and a colorful character; he will be missed very much.

He is survived by his partner of 44 years, Lois

Robinson.

His wishes were for a Graveside Service in Idaho.

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Published by The Union on Jun. 18, 2024.

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Kelly Sanders

July 7, 2024

I have known Wayne since the 8th grade . He worked with my dad Art Piver as an iron worker. They were great friends and he was around s lot. They were hard workers and a wild bunch. Wayne always treated me great as a kid and later when I would run into him at the store or at a church. I always liked Wayne a lot and he was a man of conviction who stood up for what he believed in! My condolences to his family! Sincerely Kelly R Sanders

Tim Ciesynski

July 5, 2024

I had the pleasure to work for Wayne on some projects. Wayne expected hard work everyday and in return you earned his respect. Wayne always treated me well, I was very sorry to hear of his passing. Rest in peace my friend. Tim Ciesynski. ironworkers 118

Sheila Anne Stein

June 18, 2024

Wayne and Lois were pillars in the real estate industry for decades with Wayne always there lending a smile and helping hand to Lois and the community. He will be remembered as a good man. May he find his way to Oneness as he journeys on. Blessings Wayne.

Brenda (niece)

June 18, 2024

Uncle Wayne was a kind, caring, sweetheart of a man. Loved his stories of growing up in Idaho. He loved his Lois more than life itself. So proud of his kids. A champ at the game Phase 10. Always met us with a smile and an offer for a tasty bar-b-que. Miss him so much.

Jacci Filer

June 18, 2024

I'm so sorry to hear this! Love to his family

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