Staff Report
Beloved long-time local physician Dr. Wayne LaHaye passed away Thursday, May 1, at the age of 86.
A native of Vidrine, Dr. LaHaye dedicated his life to serving his community and caring for his patients at Vidrine Community Clinic and Savoy Medical Center into his 80s.
A devoted Catholic and a longtime member of St. Ann Catholic Church in Mamou, Dr. LaHaye was a good husband, father and grandfather who raised his children and grandchildren in a loving and faith-centered home, instilling the values of compassion and integrity.
He was not only a skilled doctor but also a great mentor and supporter of many in his community, earning their respect and admiration through his tireless dedication.
Savoy Medical Center, on its facebook page, shared, “It is with great sadness that we let our Savoy Medical Center family know of the passing of Dr. Wayne LaHaye. Dr. Wayne was a dedicated physician who practiced at Savoy Medical Center beginning in 1965. His love for Savoy Medical Center and his patients will ALWAYS be remembered. Please keep his family and our staff in your prayers as we mourn his loss.”
Outside of medicine, Dr. LaHaye found joy in many hobbies and interests, including golf and LSU sports, proudly holding season tickets for LSU football for years. His love for the outdoors was evident in his fishing trips at his Toledo Bend camp and his enjoyment of establishing LaHaye Brangus Farm.
The greatest joy of Dr. LaHaye’s life was his family, his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, his Godchildren and friends.
See Dr. LaHaye’s full obituary on Page 2A.
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