Wayne J. Sargent, 74

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. — Wayne J. Sargent, 74, of Havre De Grace, MD, formerly of North Adams, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024.

Born in Pittsfield on March 28, 1950, he was the son of the late John G. and Lucille (Carroll) Sargent.

Wayne attended North Adams schools and was a graduate of the former St. Joseph High School with the class of 1969. He relocated to Sarasota, Fla. where he lived for several years, then to Baltimore, MD for a short time and then finally settled in Havre De Grace, MD where he lived for many years until his death. He became employed with the City of Aberdeen, MD, Department of Public Works as a Locater for many years, receiving the Locator of the year award for his service as a Locator, and where he retired in 2022.

Wayne was an avid reader, golfer, and rare coin collector, and enjoyed playing his guitar.

He is survived by two nieces, Lisa Sargent Harding, Lori Mills, both of North Adams. Two great nieces, Jenna Harding, Madison Mills, a great nephew, Carson Mills, and a great great niece, Lilah Ben. He also leaves his extended family in Maryland, Donald Kately (Fran), David Kateley, Gordon Lyman, Brian Kateley (Kim), Lauren Hutzell (Scott), Ethan Kateley (Kery) and many lifelong friends. All his nieces and nephews new him as Uncle Wayne. He was predeceased by a brother, John G. "Jack" Sargent Jr. and a nephew, Joshua Sargent.

A private service and burial for Wayne will take place at a later date at the convenience of the family. Donations in his memory can be made to the AYJ Cancer Research Fund or to the donor’s choice in care of the TROTTIER PRINGLE FUNERAL HOME, 6 Summer St., Adams, MA 01220 who is in charge of arrangements.