Wayne Morris Scearce

January 8, 1946 - June 9, 2019

Wayne Morris Scearce departed this earthly life to his heavenly home on Sunday, June 9, 2019 at the Salem VA Hospital, Salem, VA after several months of declining health. Born January 8, 1946 in Danville, VA, he was a son of the late Robert Wesley Scearce, Sr. and Arneta Hudgins Scearce. In addition to his parents he was also predeceased by three brothers, Harold B. Scearce, Donald L. Scearce and Alfred J. Scearce. Surviving are two brothers, Robert W. Scearce, Jr. (Ruth) of Ringgold, VA and Freddie R. Scearce (Pat) of Danville, VA; two sisters-in-law, Alice Scearce of Danville, VA and Brenda Scearce of Dry Fork, VA. Also surviving is a dedicated nephew, Donald L. Scearce, Jr. (Poogie) as well as numerous other nieces and nephews. Wayne lived his entire life in Pittsylvania County and Danville where he worked at Dan River Mills, Associated Services Corp. and Mountain Hill Mini Mart. He was an avid bowler and a member of The Eagles Club. He also served his country in the U.S. Marine Corp at Camp Lejeune, NC. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at 2:00 P.M. from the graveside at Floral Hills Memory Gardens with the Reverend Carl Burger officiating. Military honors will be conducted by the U.S. Marines. The family suggests memorials may be made to the Danville Cancer Association, 223 Riverside Drive, Suite J, Danville, VA 24541. Wrenn-Yeatts North Main Chapel is serving the Scearce family. Online condolences may be made at www.wrenn-yeatts.com.