Wayne Henderson Free, 71, born July 9, 1952 in Lincoln, NE. He passed away on December 31, 2023. Predeceased by parents Doyle and E. Louise Free. Wayne’s life work was dedicated primarily to welding. He was motivated to leave his mark with his craft. His welding would be a straight and uniform bead with a consistent thickness and without spatter or cracks. He produced bridge girders, steel for building construction and had a key role in the production of Flying L horse and livestock trailers.
Wayne also was experienced in all manner of residential and commercial building construction.
Wayne sought out and valued friendships among all he of the people he worked with and those he encountered.
Wayne is survived by son Chad Horning and granddaughter Kyla. Siblings James and Russel of Lincoln and Bette Vallario of Lake Mary, Florida and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews, and friends.
Services are planned for Saturday, January 6, 2024, 2 PM at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home 6800 South 14th Street with visitation one hour prior to services.
Memorials to People's City Mission in Lincoln, Nebraska
