Wayne E. Marshall, 85, of Springfield died at 9:50 pm Thursday, November 13, 2014 at St. John’s Hospice. He was born November 6, 1929 in Laclede, to Everett and Ethel Burton Marshall. He married Patricia Ann Crosley on June 2, 1948. He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother, Glen Marshall and a daughter, Pamela McClain.
Surviving are his wife, Patricia; two sons, Steven and Brian Marshall, both of Springfield; five granddaughters, Michelle, Christa, Faith, Lindsey and Chelsea; nine great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Wayne retired from the Illinois National Guard after 37 years of service as a computer programmer. He also worked at the Illinois Department of Military Affairs for 10 years. He was a 33rd degree Mason and 50 year member at Edgewood Lodge AF&AM. Wayne was a member of the Scottish Rite in Springfield, National Guard Rifle Team Member for years. He also was an Assistant Scout Master for Troop #36 at Laurel United Methodist Church and a past president and director of the Greater Springfield Bowling Association.
Visitation: 9-11 am Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home.
Funeral Service: 11 am Wednesday, November 19, 2014 at Staab Funeral Home with Reverend John E. Nelson officiating. Burial will follow at Camp Butler National Cemetery where military honors will be conducted.
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Time: 09:00 am - 11:00 am
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Time: 11:00 am
Staab Funeral Home - Springfield
Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Camp Butler National Cemetery
Address:
5063 Camp Butler Road, Springfield, IL, 62707Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project.
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Adam Crosley posted on 11/25/14
Aunt Patty, Steve, Brian and the entire Marshall Family, I am so sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Uncle Wayne, particularly during this time of year, Thanksgiving. One Thanksgiving in Columbia during the mid 80s I had been courting my late wife Roxanne. I really wasn’t sure if I was going to marry her, but it was possible. After the usual family feast, during the afternoon Brian came up to me and said in a loud voice in front of the entire family, “Adam are you going to marry Roxanne?” I was silent. So was everyone else. All turned and looked at me for a reply. I think I mumbled something in the affirmative. Then Uncle Wayne stood up chuckling and said to Brian, “Well done Brian. I’ll give you your $20 later.” Everyone laughed. I can still hear Uncle Wayne’s laugh and feel his crusher handshake. I am thankful to have known him. God’s peace, Adam