Wayne Eugene Bryan Sr

Wayne Bryan Sr., age 79, of Neillsville, WI died Saturday, December 3, 2016, surrounded by his loving family, at his home on Columbia Avenue.Wayne Eugene Bryan was born on March 26, 1937 in Black River Falls, WI the son of George H. Bryan Sr. and Leona (Broihier) Byran. On May 27, 1954 he was united in marriage to Mary Jean Vinney in Waukon, IA. He worked as a truck driver at Arthur Overgaard in Elroy, WI, and then as a certified Ford Mechanic at Messic Auto Repair in Douglas, WY and Millis Brothers Ford in Black River Falls, WI. Injuries from a trucking accident forced him to retire early.Wayne enjoyed working on vehicles and spending time with his family. He especially enjoyed trading relics with his family members. Wayne also enjoyed playing guitar, singing and playing crazy eights with his grandchildren.He is survived by his wife, Mary, nine children, Lynette (Rod) Canfield of Colfax, WI, Wayne (Becky Bartche) Bryan Jr. of Douglas, WY, Jane Bryan of Lander, WY, Joan Bryan of Neillsville, WI, Beverly (Mike) Bettencourt of Black River Falls, WI, Jeff (Patty) Bryan of Neillsville, WI, Jim (Lisa) Bryan of Neillsville, WI, Brenda (Matt) Gallagher of Douglas, WY and Mike (Jessie Krietlow) Bryan of Neillsville, WI, 28 grandchildren, 52 great grandchildren, 3 great great grandchildren, five brothers, Robert (Berta) Bryan of Neillsville, WI, Donald Bryan of Neillsville, WI, Del (Joyce) Bryan of Glenrock, WY, Joe Bryan of Neillsville WI and David (Betty) Bryan of Neillsville, WI, four sisters, Susie Guetchow of Beloit, WI, Jeannie (Ron) Yankee of Round Lake, IL, Judy Bryan of Bangor, ME and Bonnie (Joe) Ferraro of Neillsville, WI. Wayne is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.He was preceded in death by his parents, George Sr. and Leona Bryan and four siblings, Viola Larson, George Bryan Jr., John Bryan and Dean Bryan.A Memorial Service for Wayne will be held at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Gesche Funeral Home in Neillsville, WI. Pastor Kevin Newell will officiate. Visitation will be from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., Saturday at the Gesche Funeral Home.Online Condolences may be made at www.geschefh.com. The Gesche Funeral Home is assisting Wayne's family with Funeral arrangements.Funeral Home:Gesche Funeral Home4 South Grand AvenueNeillsville, WIUS 54456