Wayne Joseph Delaware Sr.

WATERVILLE – Wayne Joseph Delaware Sr., 82, of Waterville, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 22, 2021, at Maine General in Augusta.

Wayne was born in Waterville to Gertrude (St. Peter) and Gilbert Delaware on Nov. 4, 1938.

He attended Waterville schools. He worked for Fred’s Vending for many years as well as Colby College and Thomas College in dining service. He also attended Sacred Heart Church in Waterville.

He enjoyed spending time with his family and especially his grandchildren.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Annie Delaware of Gardiner; his son, Wayne Delaware Jr. and his wife, Melissa of Pittsfield, his daughter, Debbie Delaware of Winslow; his granddaughters, Skylar D’Orio and her husband, Dakota, and Sophia Delaware, his grandsons Josiah Griffeth and Grayson Davis; and by many nieces and nephews.

Wayne was predeceased by his parents Gertrude and Gilbert Delaware; his twin sister, Jane, his sister, Juliette “Honey” Manson, his brother, Richard Delaware, his sister, Jean Houston, and his brother, Gilbert “Dud” Delaware.

We would like to thank Oak Grove Nursing Home and Maine General CCU, especially nurse Tiffany for his care and their compassion.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 17 at Winslow VFW from 3 to 7 p.m. Everyone is welcome.

An online guestbook may be signed, and memories shared at http://www.familyfirstfuneralhomes.com.

Arrangements are by Lawry Brothers Funeral and Cremation Care, 107 Main St., Fairfield.