Leslie Wayne Terrell's Obituary
Leslie Wayne Terrell Sr., known to many as Wayne, age 80, of North Ridgeville, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home on January 4, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born December 3, 1945, in Jacksonville, Florida.
Wayne was the beloved husband of Sonja Terrell, with whom he shared 58 years of marriage. He was a devoted father to Les Terrell Jr. (Jenine), Dreana Nealon (Mark), and Mindy Siler (David), and a proud Papa to six grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his mother and father, two brothers, and a sister. He is survived by a brother and a sister.
A U.S. Navy veteran, Wayne worked for Republic Steel for 42 years. A man of God, he faithfully served his church as a deacon and member of the worship team.
Wayne enjoyed golfing, fishing, hunting, and gardening, and cherished time with family and friends. He will be remembered as a fun-loving husband, dad, and papa, whose faith and love leave a lasting legacy. Friends may call Friday, January 9, 2026 from 12PM until the time of services at 1PM at the Bogner Family Funeral Home, 36625 Center Ridge Road, North Ridgeville. Daryl Meyers will officiate.
Burial will be at Resthaven Memory Gardens, Avon.
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