Birth date: Nov 28, 1939 Death date: May 8, 2018
Murray Wayne Hefley was born on his family's ranch near Lake Creek, Texas on October 28, 1939, to Lon and Rubye Gobel Hefley. He passed from this life on May 8, 2018, at Israel Family Hospice House in Ames, Iowa. Wayne grew up on Read Obituary
I have such fond memories of spending time at the Hefley's home growing up as their neighbor on Kellogg Ave. Wayne always had a warm smile and joyful laugh. I'll never forget the detailed planning of the tree house in the backyard the carefree summer days we spent playing with Laura, Mindy and Allison. I hope that Wayne's memory is a blessing to those he leaves behind.
Sending love and wishes for peace and healing,
Megan (Eernisse) Niffenegger
Thank you Dr. Hefley for your many years of service to the Iowa State University Department of Horticulture and for helping mentor and guide so many students along the way...myself included! Your kindness and positive approach to life will long be remembered by all who were fortunate enough to cross your path.
Jeff Iles, Chair
Iowa State University
Department of Horticulture
