Wayne
was born on March 27, 1942 in Blue Island,
Illinois. He was the son of the late Albert G.
Gustafson and Agnes A. (Marlow) Gustafson.
Waiting for him to arrive was his big sister
Sandra and soon to follow came his little
brother Terry. His family moved to Barstow,
California, where he spent the next 54 years. He
met the love of his life, Joy Hartzog, in
Rialto, California on a surprise blind date.
They were married on January 12, 1964. They were
blessed with two daughters, Sherri Lynn and
Suzanne Marie. Wayne was an electronic tech in communications at Goldstone Deep Space Tracking Station for 28 years, where he retired. His hobbies included souped up classic cars and trucks, singing oldies with his grand kids, and getting dirty in the yard. But his passion was woodworking. Hand making wheelbarrows, and hand crafting the wheels was his favorite. He had many first place ribbons from all his unbelievable talents. You could always find him puttering in his garage creating something new and amazing. For the last eight years of Wayne's life, he has resided in Bonners Ferry, Idaho, where he enjoyed making new friends, watching the animals, and loving all four seasons.
Wayne is survived by his loving wife Joy of fifty and one half years, also daughters: Sherri (Robert), and Suzanne (Danny). Grandchildren: Jeffrey (Seirian), Amanda (Josh), Catalina (Jr), and Elizabeth. Great grandchildren: Josiah, Leland, Julian, and Levi. Sister: Sandra Depue Brother: Terry Gustafson and many nieces, nephews, friends and his little buddies Bubba and Susie.
Family and friends are invited to sign Wayne’s book at www.bonnersferryfuneralhome.com Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Bonners Ferry Funeral Home.