Tribute

Wayne passed away at the South Okanagan General Hospital in Oliver. He died of Metastatic Pancreatic Cancer. Wayne was able to handle his cancer with deep and enduring strengths until it was no longer possible. His passing was gentle.

He was predeceased by his mother, Margaret (Tatlock) Moore; father, Cecil Reuben Moore; and sister, Marlene Frances (Moore) Allen; as well as both his uncles in Winnipeg: George Robert Tatlock and John Frederick Tatlock.

Wayne is survived by his loving wife, Claudia, of 44 years. He is also survived by Marlene’s husband, Don Allen, and their grown children:  Jeff (Norine) Allen, Kandy (David) Charnley, Jamie (Sheri) Allen, Calvin (Anne-Marie) Allen, Penny (Herman) VandeGoede,  and Jill (Barry) Ewanyshyn.   Wayne also had several great nephews and nieces who will miss him dearly. Wayne is also survived by his first cousin, Linda-Mary (Tatlock) Bluma, her husband Roman, and children, Susan and Andrew, of Victoria.

Wayne worked in retail and banking before leaving Canada to live in Oregon and manage M Crow Family Mercantile in Lostine where he was also involved in selling Real Estate in the county, and as a school bus driver for a 10 year stint. A move to McMinnville in the late 90s placed Wayne at Hillsboro Aviation as an Admissions Director for students learning to fly.

Wayne enjoyed vacation travels to Europe and most all travel and get-aways, in general.

He was involved in many organizations:  BC Naturalist Club; a volunteer fireman; Lions Club; differing duties with McMinnville Chamber of Commerce, McMinnville City, and the McMinnville High School; such as, a Work-based Learning Advisory Board.  Wayne’s communication and organizational skills proved an asset in these experiences in conjunction with his dedicated, positive, and caring attitude.

As a Baptist Church member he served in worship and leadership activities and was also affiliated with First Presbyterian Church over the years, as well.

He was awarded McMinnville Downtown Association’s Volunteer of the Year for 2 years and numerous Certificates of Awards over the years.

Wayne’s interests included British sport cars, hiking, fishing, hunting, along with flying. He enjoyed his daily routine of walking. He would go to the store so that he would be around others. He enjoyed meeting and getting to know people.

Donations may be made to the BC Cancer Foundation.

Condolences and tributes may be directed to the family by visiting www.nunes-pottinger.com