Wayne Anthony Lammers, 81, of White Bear Lake, passed away February 11, 2026.

Born July 17, 1944, in Pipestone, MN, Wayne built a life defined by steady hands and strong opinions. After earning his machinist license, he spent more than 38 years as an airline mechanic at Northwest Airlines, taking pride in the careful work that kept planes safely in the sky. A proud union member of the IAM, he valued hard work and loyalty.

In retirement, Wayne could often be found in his workshop crafting furniture, a hobby he enjoyed until injury set his tools aside. He treasured simple pleasures – time with family, chatting with friends and neighbors over coffee, and the companionship of his beloved dog, Lucy.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Ernie and Ruth; brothers Clay and Mark; brother-in-law Keith; and niece Katie. He is survived by his former wife, Rita LaCasse; daughters Beth (Travis) Bruns and Erica (Jesse) Lammers; grandchildren Magnus and Evelyn; brother Larry (Mary Fran) Lammers; sisters Jo Ellen Boyer and Teri (Sam) Lammers.

Memorial service to be announced. Memorials preferred to Twin Cities Union Gospel Mission.