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Wayne Lewis Wyckoff

1942 - 2007

Wayne Lewis Wyckoff age 65 of Sheridan passed away peacefully on Sunday April 15, 2007 at Sheridan Community Hospital, surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Greenville, MI on February 8, 1942 the son of Frank M. and Gertrude L. Stout Wyckoff.

Wayne graduated from Sheridan High School in 1960 and Ferris Institute in 1962 with a degree in Architectural Drafting. He was owner of Wyckoff Construction Company, Inc. for many years in Sheridan. He served in the US Army from 1964 to 1966 in Germany. On October 5, 1968 he married Janice Medlin in Carbondale IL.

He was a member of the Montcalm County Building Authority and the Home Builders Association, a member of the Sheridan Lions Club for 45 years holding various offices including President and Zone chairman and has been a member of the Sheridan Village Council for 37 years serving as Mayor from 1977 to 1987. He is a past Boy Scout leader, member of the Order of the Arrow, member of the Masonic Lodge of Stanton, served on the Michigan Works board for 20 years and was recognized by the board as “Outstanding Private Sector Volunteer of the Year” in 2001. He was an active member of his church, First Congregational of Sheridan and has participated on many boards and committees of the church and a member of the Choir for 40 years. He loved his family, the out of doors, fishing, building , music and yard work.

He is survived by his wife Jan and their children; Frank "Luke" Lewis Wyckoff of Denver CO, Jane Wyckoff-Kingshott and her husband Mark Kingshott of Sparta and Susan Wyckoff-McFarland and her husband Mike McFarland of Sheridan, Wayne’s grandsons, Simon Lewis Kingshott and Anderson Wayne McFarland, also surviving are his sister Suzanne and Del Tucker of Greenville, sister-in-law Patricia Medlin Guyon of Carbondale IL, his aunt Martha Hansen Wheeler of Greenville and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Funeral services will be held on Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 11 AM from First Congregational Church of Sheridan with Rev. Philip H. Van Dop officiating. A visitation will be held on Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 PM at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville. Burial will be in Sheridan Cemetery. In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be given to First Congregational Church or the Wyckoff Family Wellness Fund at Sheridan Community Hospital P O Box 279, Sheridan MI 48884.

There are currently 26 condolences.

Chastity Fancett-Barnes Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 1:25 PM
So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Sally Roberts Parrish Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 12:40 PM
Janice, I am so sorry for your loss. I just read the notice today and wanted you to know that I have you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. I have been thinking about you several times over the past few months wondering how you were--I am sorry I didn't follow up on that. I just wanted you to know how sorry Kent and I both are for you and your family. Love, Sally

John Phelps Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 12:11 PM
Dear Janice, I am so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I know what this is like. Please stay in touch when possible. John( Johnny) Phelps

Jewell Tauber Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 10:55 AM
Dear Jan: I was so saddened to read of Wayne's death in the paper this am. You have certainly had to say good-by to many in the past several years. Please know my heart and prayers are with you and your family today. I'll write later. Hold tight to those little grandsons!! Love, Jewell

Kim McMeeken and Delene Cramer Wednesday April 18, 2007 at 9:46 AM
Jan and family- So sorry about your loss. Our deepest sympathies, thoughts and prayers for you.

Tilman and Debra Adair Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 10:03 PM
Luke and Family-Our deepest sympathies in your loss. May your find peace in your faith, love and memories as they warm your hearts for eternity. All our Prayers are with you. Tilman and Debra Adair Denver, Colorado

Carol Gable Hare Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 9:51 PM
Dear Luke, I am sorry for the loss of your father. His obituary tells the story of a pretty great guy. You were lucky to have such a father and it explains why you are who you are. I still remember losing my father and it's pretty devastating. Time helps and having great memories to revel in is a true blessing. Give in to your favorite memories often. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Fondly, Carol Gable Hare

Heidi Hockstra Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 9:02 PM
To the Wyckoff family: I was deeply saddened by the news of Wayne's passing. My thoughts and prayers are certainly with you in this time of sorrow. Heidi

Joanie Jones Barrett Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 7:48 PM
My deepest sympathy to the Wyckoff family on the loss of a husband, father and son. May God give you strength and peace as you deal with your loss. My prayers are with you. Joanie Jones Barrett

Kathy Ries Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 4:45 PM
Dear Jan, Luke, Jane & Susan, Wayne had that old fashion gentleman style. He always extended a smile and hello whenever he saw me. May your memories carry you through your grief. He will be greatly missed by many. His influence in the community will be ever felt. My sincere condolences. Kathy Ries Kathy Ries

Gina Vogl Grubinski Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 4:14 PM
Mrs. Wyckoff, Jane, Luke & Susan-I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences to everyone in Sheridan as well, as everyone will miss him. I will always remember him with a smile.

Judy and David Bingaman Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 1:17 PM
Jan and family - we are so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Wayne will be greatly missed in our community.

Steve & Marilyn Chapin Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 12:18 PM
Jan We shall miss Wayne very much, he was a great classmate and friend. Our warmest thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely Steve and Marilyn Chapin

Chas and DawnMarie Miel Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 11:24 AM
To the Wyckoff family-May you find comfort in each beautiful memory. With Deepest Sympathy Chas and DawnMarie

Barry & Brandy Ryan Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 9:51 AM
Jan, Luke, Jane, & Susan - You are in our thoughts and prayers. Our community is mourning with you, but blessed to have been touched in one way or another by Wayne. We are sorry for your loss. Barry & Brandy Ryan & Ed Blackmer

Andy Spencer Tuesday April 17, 2007 at 2:18 AM
Jan, Luke, Jane, and Susan, We were so saddened to hear of Wayne's passing. Please accept our heartfelt condolences and distant hugs. Everyone who loves Sheridan will always carry a bit of Wayne Wyckoff around in their hearts; in that way he'll always be here with us. If I could be at the Hogshead this week I would tell the story of how wearing my Wyckoff Construction hat got me a free tow out of the M-66 ditch from K&K towing. Thanks, Wayne! We'll miss him; may he rest in peace. Love, Andy and Katie

Kelly Frost Monday April 16, 2007 at 11:18 PM
Jan and Family- My deepest sympathy for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Lucas and Bonnie Smith Monday April 16, 2007 at 10:14 PM
Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Wayne and his family always made us feel welcome on our visits to Sheridan. God Bless. Luke and Bonnie Smith

Lucas and Bonnie Smith Monday April 16, 2007 at 10:12 PM


Garry and Kathryn Tissue Monday April 16, 2007 at 10:12 PM
So sorry to hear about Wayne's passing. He was clearly a blessing to his family and community. May God's love be a comfort to you in this sad time. Sincerely, Garry and Kathy Tissue

Kelley Hufford Travis Monday April 16, 2007 at 9:59 PM
Luke, When I think of your dad I remember all the times from high school that "the gang" came over to your house to hang out. I always felt welcomed by your parents and can picture in mind your dad greeting us one by one at the door, usually with some sort of comment to poke fun at us. I'm sorry for your loss.

Stephen Hole Monday April 16, 2007 at 4:51 PM
My deepest sympathy to the Wyckoff family in this time of sorrow. So many people have been blessed by Wayne in so many different ways. It has been a joy to have known Wayne personally, and a pleasure to have done business with him.

Nummer & Daniels Family Monday April 16, 2007 at 3:23 PM
Wyckoff Family-Our prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow. It was a privledge to know such a wonderful person. God Bless Yolanda and the boys.

Kenneth Gorlewski Monday April 16, 2007 at 2:22 PM
Jan and Family- Sherri and I were saddened to hear of your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Ron and Dee Springsteen Monday April 16, 2007 at 11:49 AM
We have been so blessed to be associated with the Wyckoff family and with Wayne. You are all in our prayers. We see Wayne in each of you and we wish you some of the peace that he knows now. Wayne has given so much, and he leaves us all richer in this life.

Larry and Connie McKeown Monday April 16, 2007 at 11:42 AM
To the Wyckoff family - Our thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time of sorrow. Wayne was such a valued and respected member of our community. His outgoing and fun personality will be sadly missed. God Bless you Larry and Connie McKeown

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