Wayne Farnum, 02 Nov 1937 - 24 Apr 2007

FARNUM, UELTZEN, HEWITT, GOETTSCH, MICELI

Posted By: Netha M Meyer (email)
Date: 4/25/2007 at 17:09:14

The son of Forest Stephen and Lena Stella Ueltzen Farnum, Wayne was born November 2, 1937, on the family farm in Warren Township, near Victor, Iowa. He was raised in the area and was a 1955 graduate of Victor High School. On December 10, 1958, he was married to Charla J. Hewitt, in Newton, Iowa. The couple farmed the family farm in Warren Township until 1989 and then moved to their current farm north of Brooklyn. He farmed for many years in Poweshiek County and enjoyed raising purebred livestock. Wayne was very active with the business development in Victor and worked closely with the Iowa Economic Development. He was also active with the Poweshiek County Fairgrounds where he served on the Poweshiek County Fair Board and also served as beef superintendent. He drove a school bus for the HLV school district, sold real estate in the area, and was an auctioneer. He was also a 4-H leader for many years. Wayne was a proud farmer and a mentor to many. His family was very important to him and he loved them dearly. He loved nature and animals and was very devoted to his dogs and horses. He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, horse racing, and attending auctions. Survivors include his wife, Charla of Brooklyn; three sons, David of Estherville, Donald of Hammond, Indiana, and Robert of Eddyville; his father-in-law, Charles A. Hewitt of Marengo; two sisters, Thelma Goettsch and Esther Miceli, both of Cedar Rapids; three grandchildren, Graye, Payton, and Mika Farnum; three step-grandchildren, Kenny, Kathy, and Steve Myer; and three step-great grandchildren, Amber and Samantha Baum, and Kenny Myer. Wayne died April 24, 2007, at his home, at the age of 69. He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Donald, in infancy.

Smith Funeral Home, Victor
Cedar Rapids Gazette, 25 Apr 2007, 4b