Wayne was born on September 23, 1928 and passed away on Sunday, December 13, 2009.

Wayne was last known to be living in Elyria, Ohio.

Mr. Nellis served in the US Army during the Korean War.

He is survived by his wife Noreen.

Friends may call Tuesday from 6-8PM at the David Bogner Family Funeral Home, 36625 Center Ridge Road, North Ridgeville where services will be held on Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Rev. Gary Georgi, pastor of Hope Lutheran Church, will officiate. Private burial will be in Resthaven Memory Gardens, Avon.

Memorial contributions may be made to American Lung Association, 1301 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, suite 800, Washington, DC 20004.