In loving memory of

Wayne Lendon Cantrell
March 14, 1937 - March 5, 2018

Wayne Lendon Cantrell, age 80, of Dahlonega, GA, passed away Monday, March 5, 2018. Wayne served in the US Army from 1955 to 1976. He was the founder and CEO of Veterans Alliance serving Veterans with Military honors. Wayne and his wife Marie were longtime members of Yellow Creek Baptist Church in Murrayville, GA. He is preceded in death by his parents, Rev. Lendon and Mary Cantrell and 5 of his siblings.

He is survived by his loving wife of 59 years, Marie Cantrell; his children, W.L. (Brenda) Cantrell, Gene Cantrell, Keith (Robin) Cantrell, Rhonda (James) Hansard; grandchildren, Zachary and Brianna Hansard, Jacob and Meaghan Cantrell, Jade and Tyler Youngblood, Cody Hansard and Marcia, Liana Hansard and Jacob; 12 great grandchildren; brother, Royce Cantrell; sister, Inez Chambers; 5 sisters in law and many loving nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 8, 2018 at 11:00 a.m. in the chapel of Ingram Funeral Home with Rev. Jerry Frazier, Rev. Jacob Cantrell and Rev. Jason Buffington officiating. Interment will follow at Georgia National Cemetery at 2:00 p.m. The family will receive friends on Tuesday, from 6 to 9, Wednesday, from 9 to 9 and on Thursday, 9 a.m. until the hour of service.

Ingram Funeral Home in Cumming is in charge of arrangements.

Tributes

Danny & Kathy Padgett wrote on Mar 9, 2018:

"So sorry to hear of Wayne's passing, thinking of you Marie and the family. Prayers for you all."

BRENDA CANTRELL wrote on Mar 8, 2018:

"R.i.p Wayne l Cantrell you are loved and missed by your family and loved by many many amazing people and remember that it's not goodbye it's see you later fly high my amazing father in law "

Lloyd and sandy compton wrote on Mar 8, 2018:

"So sorry for your loss thinking of you"

Natarsha Williams, MES - Warner Robins, Georgia wrote on Mar 8, 2018:

"Zachary & Brianna HANSARD,Deepest condolences on your tremendous loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers."

Terry Whitmire Family wrote on Mar 8, 2018:

"We are so very sorry for your loss. We loved and respected Wayne very much. Such a good man and he was always so happy to see everybody. Such a good, good soul. A real man's man too! Love all of you and praying for you. May God grant you peace knowing Wayne is alive forever and ever and you will see him again SOON!"

Alisa Green wrote on Mar 8, 2018:

"Wayne certainly earned his wings! He was always so sweet to me and I loved his smile. I'm truly sorry for your loss and the emptiness you may feel in your hearts. I know you are thankful for good memories! My heart goes out to all of you and I pray for the peace of God that passes all understanding! Sending this precious family my Love!! Alisa"

Larry & Debbie Chumbler wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"So sorry to hear of Wayne passing, Our prayers are with family ."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"A Feathery Palm Plant was sent on March 7, 2018So sorry to hear of Uncle Waynes passing. Lifting you up in prayer. With Love - Isaac & Jessica Cantrell"

Glenda Martin Brassell wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"I am so sad to read of Wayne's passing. FYI I am the only granddaughter of Gaynell Harper Martin Stepp, Aunt Mary's oldest sister. Wayne & his Veterans Alliance honored my Dad, James Glenn Martin, when he passed in 2010. I have very fond memories of all my Cantrell cousins. May I extend my heartfelt sympathy and love to each of you."

Rhonda Stone USN Veteran wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"I Am So Sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He was a Great Gentleman to be aquainted with. I know he is in a Better Place. May God Bless and Comfort His Wife and Family. "

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"An Indoor Garden Basket was ordered on March 7, 2018"

Rupert & Dana Sexton wrote on Mar 7, 2018:

"Always remember to forget the troubles that pass your way: BUT NEVER forget the blessings that come each day.US Army 1961 -1963Rupert Sexton"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"A Feathery Palm Plant was sent on March 6, 2018Though his loss is immeasurable so is the Love he leaves behind, With all our Love The Woodcocks."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"A Spathiphyllum was sent on March 6, 2018Though his loss is Immeasurable so is the Love he leaves behind. With All Our LOVE, the Woodcocks"

PAMELA PILCHER wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"So sorry for your loss. We loved Wayne dearly, he was a good man. We are praying for all of you. love y'all more,Jack and Pam"

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"A Basket Garden was ordered on March 6, 2018"

Frank Goss wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"Wayne was a dear friend and a good man. He did so much to honor the men and women who served our country. Now we honor Wayne! I'll miss our long talks in which we solved all the world problems my friend. I pray that God will give the family strength and comfort during this difficult time."

Missy Kanipe- RMA co-worker wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"Sorry for your loss. May God grant you peace in the coming days and hold you close."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"An Azalea Plant was sent by Frank Goss on March 6, 2018"

Cecil and Claudine Martin wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"Cecil and Claudine Martin"

Louie and Joyce Gilleland family wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"Our prayers are with you all and may God comfort you all as only he can."

Expression of Sympathy wrote on Mar 6, 2018:

"A Feathery Palm Plant was ordered on March 6, 2018"