Wayne Dixon Gisler, age 82, passed away Thursday. August 10, 2023, in Springdale, Arkansas. He was born on November 9,1940 in Victoria, Texas to the late Berthold Elmer and Henrietta Sharleen (Davidson) Gisler. Everyone who met him always remembered him as a very well-dressed, distinguished, handsome, friendly, and forward man. Wayne loved to drive and explore. He was always complimentary to those he met.  Wayne was always available to give words of wisdom to others. He was a good father who loved Jesus. Wayne was a wonderful husband and friend to Suzanne for almost 63 years.

After working on his father's ranch in Mission Valley, Texas, he joined the United States Navy in 1960 and served honorably. Wayne worked in oil exploration, as a geophysical engineer. In Rockwall, Texas, Wayne served as the sound engineer for a large church.  He managed technology upgrades for Garland Independent School District. After retiring in 2008, Wayne maintained his management skills. He is preceded in death by son, Samuel Kirkham; sister, Betty Gisler Henley.

Wayne is survived by wife, Suzanne (Price) Gisler of Springdale, Arkansas; son, Scott Gisler and husband Troy Chartier of Washington, DC; daughter, Kelly (James) Matthews of Elizabeth, Colorado; brother, Glenn (Jean) Gisler of Mission Valley, Texas; sister, Eva (Jimmy) Cooke of Victoria, Texas; grandchildren, Elizabeth Gisler, Collin Matthews, Jacob Matthews, Suzannah Matthews; great grandchild, Jonas Bucks; a host of extended family.

A memorial service will be Saturday, November 11, 2023 at Zion Lutheran Church of Mission Valley in Mission Valley, Texas. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Heritage Funeral Home (479)751-2444 www.heritageofnwa.com