Wayne Allen Morley

Wayne Allen Morley, age 55, passed away on October 12, 2021, at McLaren Northern Michigan Hospital in Petoskey, Michigan. 

Wayne was born on September 19, 1966 in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, to Francis “Mo” and Dorothy (McPherson) Morley.  He graduated with the Sault Ste. Marie Class of 1985.  On November 2, 1991, he married his wife, Symantha, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church.   Wayne worked doing what he loved, as a car mechanic.  He also worked for the City of Sault Ste. Marie as a heavy equipment operator. 

Wayne was a member of the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians.  He enjoyed rebuilding cars, camping, boating, snowmobiling, and spending time with his family and friends. 

Wayne is survived by his wife: Symantha; his daughter:   Alyssa Morley of Sault Ste. Marie; his mother, Dorothy; and his sisters:  Patti (Joe) Forrest and Karen Harlukowicz, all of Sault Ste. Marie, MI.  Wayne is also survived by many nieces and nephews. 

Wayne was preceded in death by his father, Francis “Mo” Morley.  

There will be a visitation on Sunday, October 17, 2021, at C. S. Mulder Funeral Home from 4 – 6 PM, with prayers being held at 6:00 PM. A funeral mass will be held at St. Mary’s Catholic Church at 11:00 AM on Monday, October 18, with Father Nick Thompson as Celebrant.  Burial will be at Oaklawn Chapel Gardens.  In lieu of flowers, donations may be left to Gift of Life. 

Condolences may be left online at www.csmulder.com