Wayne L. Del Ponte

August 24, 1940 - February 7, 2022

Wayne L. Del Ponte, of Mayville, passed away peacefully on February 7th, 2022, at the age of 81. A private memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Mary Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Tom Biersack presiding. Military honors will be conducted by the Mayville American Legion Post #69. Inurnment will take place at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery at a later date.He was born August 24, 1940, to Peter and Marian Del Ponte of Knowles WI. He graduated from Mayville High School in 1958. April 28, 1962, he married the love of his life, Arlitt Wegener and made their home in Mayville Wi after serving 4 years in the Air Force in Delaware.Wayne is survived by his wife Arlitt Del Ponte (nickname “Chickadee”), and daughter’s (nickname “Wayne’s Angel’s”), Kim (Gill) Brown, Christine (Greg) Neu, Jackie (Dev) Beal, 9 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren.He is also survived by his siblings Denis (Sue) Del Ponte, Dale (Jan) Del Ponte, Carol (Steve) Krueger, Lee (Carol) Del Ponte, Sally Baier, Tim Del Ponte & Alan Del Ponte. Sister In Law Kate (Keith) Stieve, Brother In Law’s Dennis (Kim) Welak, and Tim Welak (Patti Clement).Wayne was proceeded in death by his parents and Mother In Law and Father in Law, Elinor and James Welak.Prior to his retirement, Wayne worked as a master carpenter of his own business, W & W Builders. Later he worked as an Engineer for Gleason Reel.Spending time with family was his favorite past time, but many of his memorable days were on the water fishing and traveling. He was active in the community throughout his years, serving as a volunteer firefighter, Lions member, Knights of Columbus, and Legion member.His cheerful/sassy attitude and bright smile will be deeply missed.Special thanks to the staff of Hope Health and Rehabilitation in Lomira for the care and support shown to Wayne and his family.Memorials may be directed to the St. Mary Cemetery Association or Hope Health and Rehabilitation in Lomira.

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Aflitt you have my sympathy.

My deepest sympathy to you Arlitt & family on the loss of Wayne. I sure enjoyed visiting with him when he came to the Golf Course.

Arlitt and Family, My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time. Sorry for your loss.

Deepest sympathy to the family. I enjoyed playing music for, and chatting with Wayne at Hope in Lomira. Our last conversation was just a few weeks ago.

Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.

Christine, we are sorry for your loss.

So sorry to hear I lost another high school classmate. My thoughts and prayers are with Arlitt and her family.

Dear Arlitte and family, We are here in Florida and a gloomy day it is as I read Wayne's obituary. Our sympathy to all, but knowing he is in a better place gives all who knew Wayne sweet comfort. Blessings one and all, keeping you in our prayers.

I'm so terribly sorry for your loss.

SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY

Thinking of you all - I have great memories of Wayne - he was always smiling.

Great guy always friendly and a kind word. We live in one of the houses that Wayne built. We were so sorry to hear of his passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers as you grieve the loss of Wayne.

So very sorry to hear of Wayne's passing--Bill and Wayne spent lots of good times together from high school,
fire department activities and running the Adaptive Sportmen's sport show booth plus good visits--sincere condolences to Arlitt and all the family. Bill and Bette Koch West Bend WI

I am sorry of the passing of Wayne who always had smile on his face and always willing to help at the Lion's Club Dances...remember the fond memories during this time and always...prayers are with you all....

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.