Wayne Richard Lovejoy Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Wayne Richard Lovejoy, 75, of Visalia, CA died unexpectedly on April 19, 2022. Wayne was born March 28, 1947 in Oakland, CA as the only child to Jeanne and Richard Lovejoy. Wayne graduated from and played baseball for El Cerrito High School (class of '65), Contra Costa Junior College (class of '67), and UC Berkeley, graduating with a BA in Business Administration in 1970. Wayne joined the Army Reserves in 1971, and served for 6 years as an E6 Sergeant. While in the Bay Area, Wayne met the love of his life, and future wife of 46 years, Sally Lynn Partridge. The two married on August 14th, 1976 in Moraga, CA and raised two daughters, Candice and Danielle. The family moved to Visalia, CA in 1984, where Wayne lived for 38 years. Wayne was employed for many years at Moore Business Forms, and continued his career another 20 years as a Payroll Manager for Tulare County until retirement. Wayne was happiest when playing or watching sports, especially golf or Giants baseball. Among other youth coaching experiences, he was Coach Lovejoy for Mt. Whitney High School's girls soccer program for 12 years. An avid golfer, Wayne could often be found at the course at the Visalia Country Club. He was best known for his friendliness, quick wit, calm demeanor, compassionate spirit, and love of good food. Wayne is survived by his wife Sally, his daughters Candice Dreyer and Danielle Lovejoy, his son-in-law Dan Dreyer, and his grandson Jordan Dreyer, along with other family and cherished friends. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that monetary donations be given to Youth on Course, a non-profit organization that financially helps young, aspiring golfers. Donations can be made by check to Youth on Course, 3200 Lopez Road, Pebble Beach, CA 93953 or by credit card to the site: https://youthoncourse.org/donate/. A celebration of life will be held Sunday, June 5th at 3:30-6pm at Bello Vito Venue in Visalia. All who knew and loved Wayne are welcome to attend. Memorial tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com

Wayne Richard Lovejoy

March 28, 1947 - April 19, 2022