Wayne Lewis

Higgins

Wayne Lewis Higgins, age 75, of Cornelia, Georgia, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, November 12, 2026.

Born at the “Charm House” in Clarkesville, Georgia, on October 18, 1951, Wayne was a son of the late Frank “Buddy” Higgins and Una Faye Chitwood Higgins.

Wayne was a hardworking man who spent many years as a truck driver with Burke & Sons Trucking, Inc. He was a faithful member of Good News Baptist Church and a gifted musician who loved making music and recording in his own studio. While music brought him great joy, his greatest blessings in life were his family, especially his children, grandchildren, and many friends who lovingly called him “Pa.”

Wayne was a man of simple pleasures, strong faith, and a heart devoted to those he loved. Some of his most treasured moments were spent in the quiet of his shop each morning, enjoying a cup of coffee and reading God's Word. He didn't need the grand things of life to find happiness. His faith, his family, and the love they shared were more than enough. Though his earthly journey has ended, the music he made, the faith he lived, and the love he gave will continue to echo in the hearts of those who knew him best.

In addition to his parents, Wayne was preceded in death by his sister, Charlotte Higgins, and brother, Phil Higgins.

Survivors include his loving wife of 22 years, Elaine Hurt Higgins; children, Wayne & Heather Higgins, Dwaine Higgins, April & Matt Ainsworth, & Jamey Ayers; sisters, Marilyn Foster, Ginger Gunn, Phyllis Higgins, and Pamela Shelnut; 12 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends.

Funeral services are scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, November 17, 2026, at Good News Baptist Church, with Rev. Austin Kelley officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

The family will receive friends at the funeral home from 6:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Monday, November 16, 2026.

An online guest registry is available for the Higgins family at www.mcgaheegriffinandmcentire.com.

McGahee-Griffin & McEntire Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706-778-8668) is honored to serve the family of Wayne Lewis Higgins.