Wayne Joseph Parkinson, 69, of Waldorf, MD passed away on February 9, 2022 at his home after a courageous and valiant battle with cancer.

He was born on March 28, 1952 in Washington, D.C. to the late Wayne Sewell Parkinson and Martha Beatrice Ramos Parkinson.

On February 3, 1971 Wayne enlisted in the United States Air Force and proudly served his country as an aircraft mechanic until his honorable discharge in April 16, 1974. During his service he earned the National Defense Service Medal After discharging from the Air Force he began his training and life career with Local 5 as a skilled Iron worker. Even after retiring he continued to do iron work. His hobbies included relaxing at his condo in Ocean City, target shooting and watching old Western's. However, his greatest love was spending time with his sons and grandsons. He was looking forward to doing many things with them.

Wayne is survived by his twin sons, Christopher Joseph Parkinson (Bethany) and Steven Wayne Parkinson, Sr. (Amanda), both of Hollywood, MD; his grandchildren: Emery Parkinson, Oakley Parkinson, Steven Parkinson, Jr. and one more grandson arriving soon; and his union brothers who were his extended family.

All service will be private.