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David Wayda Obituary
WILKES-BARRE — David Mark Wayda, 57, of Wilkes-Barre, passed away Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2017, at Geisinger Medical Center in Danville.
He was born July 14, 1959, to the late Leonard and Mildred Wayda, of Shickshinny. He attended Lake-Lehman High School, and then went on to serve for four years in the U.S. Navy. He was an avid outdoorsman, a talented bow hunter and fisherman, and he shared this love with friends and family members. He was a member of St. Matthew's Evangelical Lutheran Church, of Wilkes-Barre, and was very proud of his Slovak heritage.
Dave is survived by his four children, of whom he was immensely proud, Elijah, of Philadelphia, Danielle, of Brooklyn, N.Y., and Christian and Anya, of Moscow. He is also survived by his siblings, Richard, of Mountain Top, Debra Fagan and Robert, of Shickshinny, as well as nieces, nephews and close cousins.
No funeral services will be held, as his children have chosen to donate his body, through the Humanity Gift Registry of Pennsylvania, to medical research and education. A private memorial service will be held for family and friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in Dave's name to the food pantry at St. Stephen's Episcopal Church of Wilkes-Barre, Volunteers of America of Pennsylvania, or Catholic Social Services of the Diocese of Scranton.
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Memories and Condolences
for David Wayda
February 5, 2017
Sending continued condolences, love and prayers to all in our extended family. Yesterday was a day I will never forget. There was a lot of love, fellowship, and renewing of relationships that would have made Dave (and his parents) happy and proud. Words don't do service to describe the love we have for Dave's children and their mothers, and his siblings and their families.
Dave touched a lot of people. My brother's friends and my friends (originally from the King of Prussia area....now scattered near and far) all have met Dave, and kind words and condolences came pouring in to all of us from all over the country and including our family in Slovakia.
Godspeed cousin. Whenever I see your beautiful kids, or watch PSU or the Little League World Series, I will be reminded of you. My 2nd big brother.
Lysbeth Olexy-Feliciano
January 24, 2017
Elijah,Danielle,and to all of my cousins and family, I am so sorry for the loss of our cousin David. Too soon, too soon!
My childhood memories and the love of our family will sustain me and always make me smile when I think of David. I know that he loved us all. Rest in peace dear cousin. Love, Lysbeth
donna patts
January 23, 2017
so sorry to hear of his passing. He was a great person and very kind in school. He will be missed. God bless him and rest in peace my old school pal of 1977
Deb Fagan
January 23, 2017
Elijah and Danielle, I am so proud of you and you're courage with your decision. I love you all dearly. David...If only we had more time?...My heart breaks for losing you not once, but twice. I love you Big Brother! Until we join hands again. Be at peace. Luv, your "Little Sister"
Taryn Barrall
January 23, 2017
So sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Lots of fun memories from our younger days. God's love&speed old friend. My sympathy to his family.
Taryn
Jean Olexy
January 23, 2017
Words cannot convey how deeply we grieve the loss of our beloved nephew David Mark Wayda. He was a big brother to his Olexy cousins, Jay, Douglas, and Lysbeth and close to the hearts of his Uncle Jay and Aunt Jean. In our memories forever.
Joel & Jane Jones
January 23, 2017
Deb& family, we are so very sorry for your loss , may our prayers be of comfort to you
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