Wayne A Headley was born December 11, 1940 in Wyandotte, Michigan.  He grew up in Chicago, Illinois. After high school, Wayne served proudly in the Marine Corp from 1959-1963. He then went to work for Montgomery Wards until he retired. He was a son, husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather.

Wayne was preceded in death by his parents , his wife, Ruby J Headley , and his son, Timothy Headley.

Wayne left behind his brother Robert (Ruth) Staples, Florida, his sons Mike (Katie) Bernt and Dennis Bernt, his daughter Kathy(Carl) Mitchell. His grandchildren, Ashley (Adrian) Salazar, Brandon (Ashley) Mitchell, CJ Mitchell, Tyler (Gabby)Mitchell, Kevin (Emily)Mitchell, Emilee Mitchell, Stephanie Mitchell, Michael Bernt, Rachel Bernt,  Tony Boettjer, Casey, Dennis Bernt Jr, Jason Bernt, Brandy Estrada; and 20 great grandchildren and counting.

Wayne loved the Chicago Bulls and Chicago Cubs. He also was an avid gardener and spent hours in his garden taking care of his vegetables and flowers.

He passed peacefully to be with Jesus on May 9, 2024.