Wayne L. Dearforff, 81, passed Sunday, January 11, 2026, at UPMC York Memorial Hospital. He was the loving husband of Bonnie M. (Cressler) Deardorff, his wife of 51 years.

Wayne was born June 23, 1944, in Dillsburg, the son of the late Lester and Eva (Danner) Deardorff.

Wayne was a member of St. Paul’s “Red Run” Church in East Berlin. He was a full-time farmer and enjoyed milking cows, working the fields, and hunting.

In addition to his wife Bonnie, Wayne is survived by a son, Jason L Deardorff of East Berlin, two grandchildren, Logan Deardorff and Arlene Deardorff, both of East Berlin, a sister, Nancy Barthelme of Gettysburg, many nieces and nephews, and his dog Tucker.

A service to celebrate Wayne’s life will be held on Saturday, January 17, 2026, at 1 PM, at Feiser Funeral & Cremation Care, Inc, 306 Harrisburg St, East Berlin, with Rev. Zach Stec officiating. A viewing will be held at the funeral home on Saturday from 11 AM until the time of the service. Memories may be shared at www.feiserfuneralhome.com.