Chester Gary Wayne

Chester G. "Butch" Wayne, 75 passed away on May 19, 2020 peacefully at home. Butch was born on September 30, 1944 to Lawrence and Celeste Wayne, who preceded him in death. Butch had a zest for life and was an instant friend to all he met. He loved playing the guitar, listening to jazz and was an avid photographer. Butch was a proud graduate of East High School and a veteran of the United States Airforce. He also attended Oklahoma University. Butch retired from the U.S. Postal Service after 42 years of service. He was most proud of his 30 years of service with AA. Preceded in death by his son, Michael E. Gwinn, Sr.; and his grandson, Michael E. Gwinn, Jr. Butch is survived by his loving wife, Rose M. Wayne. Butch is also survived by his children, Darryl (Valerie) Carey, Steven (Carla) Gwinn, Lamont Wayne and devoted daughter Paulette (Curt) Beckford; brothers Michael (Debbie) Wayne and Rick (Linda) Wayne and a host of grandchildren, great-grandchildren, family and friends. In lieu of flowers, please consider a contribution in Butch’s name to the Central Ohio Group Fellowship of AA; www.centralohio.org.