Jonathan W. “Bill” Wayne, age 85 of Durand, died Monday, July 7, 2014 at the Oakview Care Center in Durand with his family by his side.

Bill was born on March 28, 1929 in Boscobel, WI. He was the son of John W. and Lillian (Stein) Wayne. Bill grew up in the Mondovi and Durand area and graduated from Durand High School in 1948. After high school, Bill rented land from his father to raise beef cattle. Bill married Aileen Bauer on September 19, 1950 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand. After marriage, they bought the family farm in the Town of Durand and together they farmed and raised their family. Bill retired from farming and passed his farms down to his sons. After retirement, Bill continued to be active in farming.

Bill served as Chairman of the Town of Durand Board for several years and a member of the Pepin County Board. He enjoyed gardening, especially raising melon and berries. Bill liked fishing, hunting, playing cards and dancing. He has been an active member of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church since 1950. Most of all, Bill enjoyed spending time with family and friends.

Bill is survived by his wife of 63 years; Aileen, children; Patrick (Nancy), Sharon (Randy) Bauer, Richard (Sandy), all of Durand, Peggy (Loran) Bauer of Ellsworth, John (Patty) of Durand, Kathy (Friend, Ralph Volner) Gilles of Cottage Grove, MN, Sheila (Friend, David Peterson) Wayne of Hastings, MN, Paul (Lisa), Thomas (Vicky) and Michael (Carmen), all of Durand, one son-in-law; David Schuh of Durand, 28 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, two brothers; Robert (Sue), and James (Mary), both of Durand, three sisters; Eleanor Johnson of St. Anthony, MN, Helen (Roger) Prissel of Durand and Hazel (Richard) Swanson of Ocala, FL, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, one daughter; Connie Schuh, two grandchildren; Jessika Gilles and Shawn Wayne, four brothers; Donald, Earl, Roy and Harvey, two sisters; Mary Buchholtz and Dorothy McMahon.

Funeral Services will be 11:00 AM Friday, July 11, 2014 at Holy Rosary Catholic Church-Lima in Durand. Rev. Eric Linzmaier will officiate. Burial will be in the church cemetery. Friends may call from 4-8 PM Thursday at the Rhiel Funeral Home in Durand and one hour prior to services at the church on Friday.

Rhiel Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Durand, is serving the family.

Condolences

1. Beth Levers July 11, 2014, at 4:00pm

   Our condolences to you all. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.--Bill, Beth, Ben Levers

2. Bonnie Franzwa July 11, 2014, at 3:22pm

   so sorry for your loss, your familly has my sympathy

3. Michelle (Wayne) Bostrom July 10, 2014, at 5:26pm

   Bill will be missed greatly. Wish I could be there to say goodbye.

4. Ellen (Stein) Folker -daugher of Don Stein of Wapello, IA July 9, 2014, at 7:51pm

   So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. Wish I could be there to say Good Bye. You and your family are in my heart and in my prayers.

5. Linda Wayne July 9, 2014, at 5:30pm

   So sorry for your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you.

6. David and Carolyn(Kothbauer) Peterson July 9, 2014, at 8:20am

   I'm so sorry to hear about your dad passing. I can remember seeing him around town or at church or on the farm. It isn't easy to lose a loved one. It isn't supposed to be easy, but we can keep those memories of them alive by living our lives in their honor. He is probably talking farming with my dad in heaven right now and wondering what the fall corn prices will be. Thinking of you all.

7. Carol Danzinger July 9, 2014, at 7:03am

   Dear Aileen and family, God carries us through at times like this. Cry when you need to because I know your tears are helping you grieve. I join you in prayers as we accept God's will. With my love , Carol.

8. Rita (Palazzi) Brasher July 9, 2014, at 6:34am

   I'm so sorry to hear of Mr. Wayne's passing. He was always so good to me when I was a young girl! I'll always see him in my mind, driving up and down the road in front of my grandma's house, on his tractor. Please accept my heartfelt condolences and know that you're in my thoughts and prayers!!!

9. Rosemary Carlisle July 9, 2014, at 6:31am

   My sincerest sympathy on the loss of your beloved Jonathan "Billy". You are in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.

10. Gary and Nancy Bauer July 8, 2014, at 7:31pm

    Our sympathy to all of the family.

11. Chuck Prissel July 8, 2014, at 7:04pm

    My sincere sympathy to you Rick and Kathy and all your family . You both have touched my family in so many ways. My deepest sympathies. My brother John thought of you Rick as one of his close friends and Kathy you took such good care of Dad at the care center . Sending tons of caring and support during this sad time to your entire family.

12. Barry Bauer July 8, 2014, at 5:36pm

    My deepest condolences to the Wayne Family. Bill will be missed - may he rest in peace.

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