Wayne Hammermeister, 68, of Waco, passed away on August 22, 2021.
Memorial Visitation: 6-8 PM Friday, August 27 at Lake Shore Funeral Home, 5201 Steinbeck Bend in Waco.
Wayne was born November 29, 1952 to Donald and Agnes Hammermeister. Wayne was a man of faith who loved his Lord and Savior first a foremost with Vicky, the love of his life for over 50 years, a very close second. He loved, supported, and was involved with his kids and grandkids in every way possible. Wayne treated friends of his kids and grandkids like they were his own and would drop everything to lend a hand at any time. Wayne was proud, hardworking, and courageous and expected that same effort from those he loved, no exceptions. He was one of the strongest men you could ever meet physically, mentally, and spiritually. He expected his family and friends to work hard and love each other and the Lord as hard as he did which was almost impossible. Wayne was a man who you just wanted to make proud and always wanted in your corner. Once he was your friend, he was your friend for life no matter what. Wayne loved and served his country in the Airforce and Navy Reserves, was great pilot who loved to fly, but most of all loved his horses and was a cowboy in the truest sense of the word. He was loved by many, influenced more than can be counted, and will be truly missed.
He was preceded in death by father, Don Hammermeister; sister, Sandy Hatcher; and brother, Joe Hammermeister.
Survivors include wife, Vicky Hammermeister; daughter, Dawn Dulus and husband Jon; son, Greg Hammermeister and wife Courtney; grandchildren, Tylor, Taryn, Kendyl, Weston, Parker, and Wells; mother, Agnes Hammermeister; brother, Ed Forbes; and many other relatives.
Place of Service: Lake Shore Funeral Home Chapel , 5201 Steinbeck Bend; Waco, TX 76708
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So sorry for your loss. I will keep you’ll in my prayers.
I wish I could be there for the service. My thoughts and prayers are with Vicky, Dawn and Greg, and his grandkids. I count myself blessed to have known and worked with Wayne. Godspeed my friend.
To the precious family of Wayne Hammermeister:
It was my privilege to have Wayne in my life for so many years, and although he was not blood – I never thought of him as anyone other than my cousin. I have never known anyone like Wayne. It was apparent in everything he said and did that he was a Christian and that he adored his family. Wayne was such a good husband, father and grandfather. He was a kind and gentle man – with a laugh that I loved.
I thank God for the blessing of having had Wayne as a member of my family and as my friend.
He will be forever missed. May God grant peace and comfort to Vicky and her wonderful children and grandchildren.
I first knew Wayne as the outstanding pilot that he was, but knowing him as a Brother in Christ was far more important. His desire to faithfully lead others to the Lord mattered to me. I will miss him, but I know it’s nothing compared to the way his family must be feeling. I’m so sorry for your loss.
I worked with Wayne at Farm Bureau. He was one of the sweetest men you’d ever meet. May God hold you close and give you comfort.
My condolences to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.
Steve Rosentreter-Grapevine Texas
Vicky & Family,
You and Your Family are being lifted in prayer during this time. I called Jan and she told me about this. I can’t remember when I saw YOUBOTH last. Since March
I lost my beloved wife of 42 years. I will be thinking about YOUALL & the Prayer Team
of my Church will be prayer for YOU.
My deepest condolences to the family
Agnes my heart hurts for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. ❤
My deepest condolences to Vicki and the family. May God give you the comfort that only He can.
I didn’t know Wayne, I only spoke to him a time or two at church, but I am genuinely sorry. I’ll continue to pray for God’s Peace over your family. Loss is always terribly hard, but we know you’ll see him again and He’ll be with Jesus when you do. God bless your family.
Vicky, I am so terribly, terribly sorry to hear about Wayne. He and I spoke by phone for about 20-30 minutes a little over 3 weeks ago for the first time in a Long while. What a great pleasure that was for me and now that he’s gone, it obviously breaks my heart and makes me so sad for not only your loss but Our loss too. It does hurt. He’ll never ever be forgotten. Even though it doesn’t seem so, and yet it will take tremendous effort and a lot of time, especially for you as well as all of us, you will get through this. No, it will not be easy but you can and you will get through this. Continue to Believe and have Faith. – Love You, Jamey L. Davis.
Vicky, Dawn and Greg,
Much love and prayer for you and your family. John .
A wonderful man who loved The Lord and loved his earthly family. Wayne will be missed, but will re-unite again as we all re-unite as Brothers and Sisters for eternity. God Bless this fine man and his family, and may The Lord Bless each family member with comfort and a sense of Gods almighty presence.
Dear Vicky, Greg, and Dawn,
So sorry to hear about Wayne. I have so many good memories of him and all of you. I can never forget our relationship that we had together and the many happy hours. May our God bless you and give you peace during this time. We can never know why this happened, but we can know that we will all meet again. I am sorry that I have to work this Friday and cannot come to the viewing, but know that I will pray for each of you during this time and will miss you husband / dad / friend terribly.
Vicky, I am so very sorry to hear about Wayne’s passing. I really loved that guy, he taught me so many things when we were on those trips to Oshkosh. I will miss him very, very much. If you ever need anything, please call me I am always here to help.
Wayne was a good man…… With a good heart….
My prayers to Vicky and the family.
Wayne was not only my friend, he graciously step in as a father figure to me. He put his arms around my family and let us know, Always we were an extension of his own family. He’s been there for us and for me, through many challenges. We shared so many conversations through the short 10 years of our friendship with one another. His love of Our Lord helped me find my own faith and ultimately lead me closer to Christ, his leadership as a teacher of the word, facilitated my accepting Christ as my Lord and Savior. He inspired me to be baptized with my daughter, who had also accepted Christ as her Savior. For me that was his BIGGEST gift. Our trail rides together my dear, dear friend will never be the same, but you will be remembered on everyone of them I take from now until we meet again in the heavens. Thank you , FRIEND for all you inspired, loved, challenged, and laughed with me and my family through the years. Vicky, WE LOVE YOU, know that you have Family extended from your beautiful children and grandchildren, that are here for you, ANYTIME – DAY OR NIGHT. I pray for your peace, for God to shower you with his grace and give your heart rest from the hurt in the lose of Wayne. Sending you ALL Our LOVE!!!
I got to know Wayne and Vicky from 1998-2018 as we all worked in the ministry of StoneGate Community Church. Also, we caught each other at grandchildren’s ball games. Wayne had cowboy class and interacted with honesty, gentleness, and a desire to know others. He was also the real deal as a strong and loving man projecting his spiritual faith not as a badge but that of an identity to our world for both strength and peace. He was truly a blessing to me and many others in our community. My prayer goes out to Vicky, Dawn, Greg and all the rest of the family we’ve heard so much about. Wayne is missed but his influence through our Lord will be forever. God Bless, Keith M. Hankins
Prayers for you, Vicki, and your family. I stopped and visited with Wayne in your driveway a couple of months ago………so glad I did. Wayne was one of the nicest guys I’ve ever known. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Vicky, I am so sorry for your loss. Take comfort in knowing that Wayne is in his heavenly home, but he also will continue to be with you. May God give you strength and pour out his blessings on you and your family.
Gene Kroll
Wayne was someone I not only liked, but also respected. He was a man and a man of God, a great example that a Christian isn’t some milktoast that you can ignore. He was not just a friend, but an example of the type of man I aspire to be. Wayne I’ll miss you, but know that I will see you again when I get to Heaven.
Vicky we are here for you.
My deepest condolences, Vicky, Greg and Dawn. I pray to the Lord to strengthen your hearts and comfort your souls in this time of sorrow. He certainly will be missed. Wish I could be there for you all. Love you guys.
Our deepest sympathy to Vickey, Dawn, Greg and all the family May God comfort each of you during this loss and the days ahead . Praying for peace to each of you in knowing he with our Heavenly Father . May he Rest In Peace.
I am very sorry for your loss. Prayers for God’s comfort and peace to surround you.
We are so sorry for the loss of your beloved dad and grandpa. May God hold you in the palm of his hands…..The Lovitch Fanily.
Greg, Courtney, Dawn, Jon and family,
We are so sorry for the loss of your dear dad. Words are never enough, but please know that we are praying for your peace and comfort in the days to come.
With love,
Nancy and Tom Willis
Vicky I’m so sorry for your loss Wayne was one of the best friends in high school prayers for you and your family
Dear, Taryn
I’m family peace ✌🏻 feel promise love you Greg and Courtney and Taryn sister and Tylor Brother
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It has been a year brother. We didn’t have enough time.