It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of our beloved brother, uncle and great uncle on November 8, 2013 at the age of 77. Wayne was born on February 14, 1936 to Albert and Esther Penner at Bethesda Hospital in Steinbach, Manitoba. Wayne will be missed and forever remembered by his brother Rodney (Sylvia), nephews Craig (Lynette), Chad (Lorisa) and Curt: great-nephew Zackary and great-nieces, Mikyla, Calla, Hailey and Eve. He will also be remembered by many relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents Albert and Esther Penner and his sister Julaine. Wayne worked with his brother Rodney as carpenters for many years until they started farming together. Wayne was still actively involved in the farm including this year’s harvest. Wayne got to see one last harvest, which was the best year yet. Wayne was a quite, kind hearted man that loved spending time with his family. The great nephew and nieces loved the endless supply of cookies and big mint candies. For this farmer the worries are over, lie down and rest your head. Your time has been and struggles enough, put the tractor in the shed. Put away your tools and sleep in peace, the fences have been mended. Hang up your shovel inside the barn, your work here on earth is done. Years were not easy, many down right hard your love of Gods soil passed on to your nephews. The sun is setting, crops are harvested, and here now is the end of your day. Wash off your work boots in the puddle left by the blessed rain, one final time. You always believed that the good Lord would provide, and he always had somehow. Take off your gloves and put them down, no more sweat and worry for you now. Your labor is done, your home now is heaven. Your legacy lives on, for your love of the land, we will close the gate. The family would like to extend their gratitude to Dr. Fredette, EMS and staff at Ste.Anne Hospital for your exceptional care and support. Funeral Service for Wayne will be held on Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 10:00am at the Church of God in Christ Mennonite, in Greenland Manitoba. In lieu of flowers, donations in memory of Wayne may be made to charity of choice.