Wayne Gregory Harnisch, age 63, of Ozark, passed away March 22, 2013 at his home. He was born October 5, 1949 in Chicago, Illinois to Raymond Theodore and Hedwig Josephine (Krietzner) Harnisch. On June 1, 1972 he was united in marriage to Joyce Elaine Lytle. Wayne proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a Quartermaster.
Wayne was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Elaine Rowell.
He is survived by his loving wife Joyce of the home; a sister, Marilyn Yout of Chicago, Illinois; and a brother-in-law and closest friend, Samuel Rowell of Barrington, Illinois.
A graveside service will be held 10:00 A.M. Thursday, March 28, 2013 at Missouri Veteran"�s Cemetery in Springfield, Missouri. Funeral arrangements under the direction of Adams Funeral Home in Ozark.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made to the Disabled American Veterans or to the Humane Society of Southwest Missouri.