Longtime Griswold Resident Wayne Ewing Dies at 80

Ewing passed away at the Exira Care Center with family by his side.

Published on Mar. 9, 2026

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Wayne Ewing, an 80-year-old resident of Griswold, Iowa, passed away on March 7, 2026 at the Exira Care Center. Per his wishes, Ewing will be cremated, with a celebration of life to be held at a later date.

Why it matters

Ewing was a longtime member of the Griswold community, and his passing marks the end of an era for many local residents who knew him.

The details

Ewing spent his final days at the Exira Care Center, surrounded by his family. He requested to be cremated, with a celebration of life ceremony planned for a later date to allow loved ones to gather and remember him.

  • Ewing passed away on March 7, 2026.

The players

Wayne Ewing

An 80-year-old resident of Griswold, Iowa who passed away on March 7, 2026.

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The takeaway

Ewing's passing is a loss for the tight-knit Griswold community, where he had lived for decades. The planned celebration of life will allow his loved ones to come together and honor his memory.