WAYNE OLER HARTLEY, passed away on Sunday, April 30 at the age of 91 years. His passing has brought a sweet reunion with his beloved wife June, children Matthew and Jill, parents Russell and Malinda, and siblings Dale and Doreen, Lola. Wayne was born on February 23, 1932 in Stirling, Alberta. He spent his childhood working with his dad in the hay fields, tending to livestock, socializing with friends, and playing basketball. After high school Wayne served a 2 year church mission in Australia and studied agriculture at BYU before returning to the farm. Wayne married June in 1962 and together they raised 8 children: Cindy, Beverly, Timothy, Stephen, Jason, Matthew, Jill, and Pam. Wayne and June raised their family in Stirling until 1978 when they moved their family to Aetna after purchasing the ranch. Wayne raised purebred hereford cattle. Wayne was a loving father and grandfather. He spent time taking his grandkids gopher hunting, taught them how to play rook, and supported them in all their talents and interests. In his retirement years his grandchildren would often find him shooting gophers in the fields on the quad or working in his garden. Wayne was an active participant in his community. He served as a town councilor in the village of Stirling and served on the Aetna Irrigation District. In his retirement years he volunteered his time to help with several political campaigns at the riding level. Wayne was a devout, and loyal believer in the Gospel of Jesus Christ. He and June served a senior mission in Pennsylvania and together they served in the Cardston temple baptistry. Wayne was soft spoken, kind, and a friend to all. He leaves a legacy of great faith to his 21 grandchildren, 41 great grandchildren, and 4 great great grandchildren. The Hartley family would like to thank all the staff at St. Therese Villa for their kind and dedicated care for Wayne and June.
A family funeral service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home. Interment to follow at the Cardston Cemetery.
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A family funeral service will be held at Legacy Funeral Home. Interment to follow at the Cardston Cemetery.
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