Wayne Leroy Wilder Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Wayne Leroy Wilder of Marquette, Michigan, who passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 64, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Wayne Leroy Wilder to pay them a last tribute.
As Wayne departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Wayne. Though Wayne may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William L. Wilder, and Marcella G. Wilder, Sr. (Parker); his former wife Teresa Wilder; and his siblings-in-law, Darryl Wernholm and Pam Wilder.
He is survived by: his daughter Jaimie Peterson (Ben) of Marquette; his grandsons, Gavin, Eli and Oliver Peterson; his siblings, William "Billie" Wilder (Wendy) of Fithian, IL, Wendy Wernholm of Negaunee and Wally Wilder of Negaunee; and his pet Zeus. He is also survived by nieces & nephews.
