WILMINGTON — Donald Wayne Gurganious, 57, passed away Thursday, March 5, 2020, at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.
He was born April 9, 1962, in Wilmington, the son of Donald Edward Gurganious and Thelma Peterson Gurganious.
Donald worked in the power industry for most of his life. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR and his beloved dog, Sebastian. Most of all, he loved being a caring father and grandfather.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving family, his three children, Chase Gurganious (Lexie), Tyler Gurganious (Elizabeth) and Shane Gurganious (Ali). He was also blessed with five grandchildren, Addison Guardiola, Kinsley Gurganious, Jaxon Gurganious, Wyatt Gurganious and Ryker Gurganious. Wayne is also survived by his mother, Thelma Peterson Stewart (Claude); two brothers, Mike Gurganious (Gaylyn) and Ray Gurganious (Erica); and sister, Debbie Gurganious (Chris).
The family will receive friends for visitation from 5 to 7 p.m., Thursday, March 12, at Wilmington Funeral Chapel. A graveside service will be held at noon, Friday, March 13, at Oleander Memorial Gardens.
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