WOONSOCKET–Wayne K. Weickers, 54, of Second Ave., Woonsocket, died Tuesday at Woonsocket Health Center. He was the husband of Priscilla J. Weickers.
Born in Milford, MA., he was a son of the late Charles and Ellen (Hansen) Weickers. He was raised in Franklin and resided in Woonsocket for over 30 years.
Mr. Wickers was a veteran of the Unites States Marine Corps.
Mr. Weickers was employed at various textile mills in Woonsocket. He was also a painting contractor.
Wayne was member of the American Legion Post #62 in Woonsocket.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by 3 sons, 2 daughters, and 1 step-daughter, a brother, Allan Weickers, of ME, a sister, Kathy Hamilton, of FL., a grandson, and 2 step grandchildren.
A committal service with Military Honors will be held Friday, Mar. 7th, 2008, at 2 p.m., at the Rhode Island Veterans Cemetery, Exeter, RI. Calling hours are respectfully omitted. Arrangemst are by the MENARD FUNERAL HOME, 127 Carrington Ave., Woonsocket, RI. Please visit www.menardfuneralhome.com for guestbook.