By Staff
Wayne E. Pompey, Jr., 64, of Niles, died at his home on Wednesday June 10, 2009 after a long battle with pancreatic cancer.
His Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, June 13, at 2 p.m. at McLauchlin-Clark Funeral Home in Dowagiac, with visitation prior from 1 to 2 p.m.
Wayne's life began on Jan. 3, 1945 in Dowagiac, the son of Wayne E. and Roselene (Harris) Pompey.
He worked hard as a truck driver for 44 years, employed by Kenneth Smith Trucking in Niles. Wayne loved to drive trucks, NASCAR racing and watching old Western Movies.
His loving family includes his children, Anthony (Pam) Pompey of Niles, Robert (Joe Holstine) Pompey of Voorhees, N.J., Mark (Brenda) Pompey of Niles, Paula (Jason) Bell of Niles and Barry (Nichole Kabara) Pompey of Niles; nine grandchildren Dominique, AJ, Shayne, Danielle, Samantha, Ashley, Cody, Seth and Olivia; fiancee Pam Crocker of Niles, sisters, Renee (Larry) Starrett of Dowagiac, and Debi (Ernest) Berkley of Dowagiac; brother, Kevin Pompey of Chicago; brother-in-law, Richard Ivens of Dowagiac and a host of family members and friends.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Patti Ivens and brothers, Richard and Brian Pompey.
Memorial contributions in his name may be directed to Hospice at Home.
McLauchlin-Clark Funeral Home of Dowagiac is serving the family. Please sign his guestbook and leave a memory of Wayne at www.mclauchlin-clark.com.