Henry Wayne Haley passed away peacefully on September the 17th in Kerrville, Texas where he lived off and on since 1986. He was born on May 8th, 1946 in Dallas, Texas. Wayne, as he was always known, was born to a school teacher and a banker, and was later adopted by William and Claudia Haley of University Park. Wayne grew up in the University Park/Highland Park area, where he was a good student and athlete. In high school, Wayne excelled at sports. He was a quarterback and state regional track relay champion.

Wayne strongly believed in helping his fellow man and earned multiple degrees in social work, including a bachelor's degree from The University of Texas and a master's degree from The University of Michigan. He also pursued doctoral studies in social work at The University of Texas, completing all but the dissertation. After years of working as a social worker at various agencies, including the Grafton State School, Denton State School, and the Kerrville State Hospital, Wayne transitioned to painting and home building in the 1980s. He later opened a residential home for people with special needs, playfully named 'Haley Haven.' Following this, he embarked on a new journey, crisscrossing the United States, Mexico, and Canada, taking on long-haul deliveries in a van.

In his final years, Wayne lived in Bandera, Texas and enjoyed spending time with his daughter Vanessa, son Jeff, granddaughter Hazel, and companion Charlotte Stevens. He also spent much of his time visiting and staying in touch with his many friends and family members from coast to coast. He was gregarious in nature and passionate about football, music, food, gardening, and politics.

The family extends their gratitude to the staff at Waterside Nursing & Rehabilitation and Alamo Hospice for their exceptional care during the past two years as Wayne slowly slipped away due to advanced dementia.

Graveside services will be held at 4:00 p.m. Friday, November 1, 2024 at Glen Rest Cemetery 2000 Memorial Blvd, Kerrville, TX 78028.

Memorials may be made to Alamo Hospice, 1232 Bandera Hwy., Kerrville, Texas 78028.

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