After a short bout with Cancer, Wayne Lathrop, age 83, peacefully passed away to join his Lord, surrounded by all his family on March 3, 2015 at the Holy Rosary Hospital in Miles City.
Wayne was born on February 3, 1932 the son of Clifford and Donna (Loop) Lathrop. Wayne attended school in Miles City until he graduated from Custer County High School in 1949. Shortly following high school graduation Wayne enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served his country for four years until his honorable discharge in 1954. After his years of service Wayne moved back home to Miles City where he began working for Provost Motors as a service manager. Wayne worked for a couple of dealerships in Miles City including Miles City Ford and Mac’s Frontierland. On November 19, 1955 he married the love of his life Delores Ford in Miles City at the Presbyterian Church. To this union they had three beautiful daughters Pam, Tracey and Toni. Together they raised their children in Miles City and Wayne started a business called Waynes Sound which was the only outdoor sound company within 50 miles. Most recently he worked on the Miles City Economic Development Council with Mike Coryell.
Wayne was a true people’s person he loved talking to friends and being involved in many local organizations. He was a member of the Jay Cee’s, Eagles, Elks, Young Life, COPS and the Lion’s Club where he served as president from 2007 – 2009. Wayne was a lifelong member of the Presbyterian Church, something he was very proud of. Most of all Wayne enjoyed spending time amongst family and friends.
Wayne is survived by his wife of 59 years Delores; three daughters, daughter Pam (David) Millican of Dallas, TX and children Casey, Connor and Leighton, daughter Tracey (Todd) Thun of Anaconda, MT and children Shannon & Jordan, and daughter Toni (Pat) of Ephrata, WA and children, Dustin, Lindsey and Danielle; one sister, Rena Krieg of Miles City, five grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clifford and Donna; step –father, George Raastad; two sisters, Joann Morgan and Beverly Causley and one brother, Warren Lathrop.
Visitation will be held on Friday, March 6, 2015 from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m. at Stevenson & Sons Funeral Home in Miles City. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, March 7, 2015 at 11:00 a.m. at the First Presbyterian Church in Miles City. Interment will follow in the Custer County Cemetery. Memorials can be made to a charity of one’s choice. Should friends desire condolences can be made to the family by visiting stevensonandsons.com.
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday March 6, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 7, 2015
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service
following funeral
Saturday March 7, 2015
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
Service Schedule
Visitation
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday March 6, 2015
Stevenson and Sons Funeral Home
1717 Main Street
Miles City, Montana 59301
Funeral Service
11:00 a.m.
Saturday March 7, 2015
First Presbyterian Church
1401 Main Street
Miles City, MT 59301
Graveside Service
following funeral
Saturday March 7, 2015
Custer County Cemetery
Miles City, MT 59301
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Linda Lang says
We will miss him.
Lee Spears says
I always enjoyed talking to Wayne while he was at work in the Courthouse! Worked with him while dis-entering at the Sunset Gardens. He brought donuts once, also Augie his little dog. Rest in Peace, friend Wayne!
Susan Mc Dannel says
Wayne was always upbeat and friendly. I will miss visiting with him.
Kirk Sturdevant says
I’m going to miss seeing Wayne at the courthouse. I always loved stopping by for a little chat. It was a pleasure getting to meet Wayne and I’m glad to be able to call him my friend. Things just aren’t going to be the same without you. Rest in peace buddy.
Tracy Bertrand says
Tracey, Toni & Lathrop family, Sorry about your loss Wayne was a great man that raised a beautiful family. Our condolences and prayers go out to all of you. God Bless.
Ella Mae Pelletier says
Sorry for you loss.
PERRY and JUDY SWEENEY WOLFE says
We are just so sorry for your loss. Wayne was such a great guy and will be missed by many many people.
Ginger & Joe Kiel says
Delores, Tracey & families I am so very sorry for your loss. Wayne will be greatly missed by all! So very glad I got to see him at the last couple of ball games. God bless and may your memories keep you at peace.
Angie (Holmlund) Lohrke says
So sorry to hear of Wayne’s passing.
Cindy and Allen Kelm says
May god comfort you and your families during this most difficult time. Wayne was always such a wonderful friend and neighbor. We will all miss him so much!
Emily Bennett says
He sure will be missed by everyone. He was a great guy
Barb Shields says
Delores I am so sorry, I don’t even know what to say. I really liked Wayne. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. C.O.P.s. will not be the same without him.
Cherie says
My prayers our with all of you. Your hero is in arms of Jesus. May you feel the comfort of Gods blessings on your family. Wayne was a beautiful person always so kind. Hugs to you all.
Denise Harvey says
A big hug to you all in the loss of a wonderful man and a great asset to the community of Miles City. He will be missed very much! Prayers to you for peace and cherished memories to lean on when you miss his presence.
Denise and Jay Harvey
JIM & KAREN ELLIOT says
DELORES AND FAMILY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY. WAYNE WILL BE MISSED !!!!
JIM AND kAREN ELLIOT
Amy Losing says
Delores and family I’m so sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ruben and June Opp says
Delores and family , we were so sorry to hear about Wayne passing away. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all May God bless and comfort you all during these difficult days and the days ahead.
Ruben and June Opp
Arlene corbin says
We are devastated. Wayne was a pillar in the church. God bless and strengthen you all
Chet says
So sorry to hear of Wayne passing away. He will be missed.
Phyllis Anderson Stevens says
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Lathrop’s passing! He was always so much fun to work with and I loved him very much! Just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this tough time!
Joan & Dale Hubber says
Delores, Tracey, Pam, Toni and all of Wayne’s Grandkids, we are both so sorry about Wayne. He was such a nice guy & it was always fun running into him whenever we were in Miles City. Hugs to all of you ❤️
Kevin, Sheila, Chance, Lesslie, & Kimber Krausz says
Delores and Family,
We were sad to hear that Wayne had passed away. What a great guy. He will be missed by us all. Prayers that God will comfort you at this time.
Kevin and Sheila Krausz
Rick & Joann Powell says
We were saddened to hear of Wayne’s passing. We sure enjoyed him all these years. He was always fun to work with. He was a good man! Wayne was always proud of his girls. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Sherri & Rob Schneidt says
So very sorry for your loss. You all are in our thoughts.
Candy and John Laney says
Wayne always had a smile and kind word to say. He will truly be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Phyllis griffin says
Deloris and Family so sorry to hear of Waynes, passing, he will b e missed by many!!!!
Mollie Phipps and family says
I will always have the fondest memories of Wayne…. of Wayne’s sound…. He was a truly jovial man, who never ceased to make me smile, even in the middle of whatever FFA Sound crisis we were having. His love for his wife was visable every time he looked at her. Rest in Peace where the sound system has no wires, no speakers, and is always clear and sweet.
Jim Howe says
Wayne was one of those people that made our world a better place to be in. God’s light did shine through him. Rest in peace, friend.
darlene russell says
So sorry, My thoughts are certainly with your family. I am in Seattle on vacation, with Annetta and family, Please, Please to call if you need to, been there,Darlene Russell
B Dean Holmes says
To the family my prayers and thoughts are with you. As a moved thru Miles City and city government, no matter where you turned, there was Wayne involved in most every community event. He will always be missed.
Ken and Kristi Stein says
Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you Dolores and your family.
Ken and Kristi Stein says
Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you Dolores and your family. Wayne was a true Gentleman.
Kathy (Hinnaland) West says
I’m so sorry to hear that Mr. Lathrop passed away. He taught me guitar lessons when I was in grade school. He was such a nice man and a good teacher with lots of patience! I remember him fondly, especially whenever I play the guitar.
Sincerely,
Kathy (Hinnaland) West
Wanda Holmlund says
Delores & Family: Our sincere sympathy and condolences to all of you. Such a pleasant man, he will be missed tremendously. I remember fondly many summer encounters at Hell Creek.
Eileen and Vern Entzel says
Dolores and family, Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you
Scott and Sue Jens says
Dolores, Pam, Tracy and Toni,
We were saddened by the new of Wayne’s passing, he was a good friend, always a kind word to say about everyone he knew, I know you will miss him dearly. You are all in our prayers and thoughts. God bless all of you.
Fern Griggs says
Thinking of the family at this time.
Cathy (Hall) Emerson says
Delores, Tracey and families, Please accept my deepest condolences. It is never easy to lose those that we love and we can never prepare for it. May you find comfort in knowing that others share your grief and are praying for you. May your memories bring you comfort. He was such a pleasant man when I would come to your home.
Sincerely,
Cathy (Hall) Emerson
Billie Goggin says
There are people who leave a lasting impression on our lives. Wayne was one of those people. He will be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with Delores and his family.