Galen Wayne Speaks, 87, passed away on October 28, 2026. He was born on July 13, 1939, in Lake City, Arkansas.

Wayne will be remembered as a man who found joy in simple and meaningful things. He loved being out in his shop, spending time messing around and working with his hands. He always enjoyed watching the Cardinals. Wayne liked being outside, especially when it came to fishing and working in his garden. He loved being on his tractor and working on it. Above all, he loved his grandkids, who were a treasured part of his life.

He is survived by his sons Johnny Speaks (Kathy), Travis Speaks, and Evann Speaks, and by his daughter, Candy Speaks. He is also survived by his sister, Della Fay Ginger; grandchildren Stephanie Collins, Lacey Speaks, Justin Speaks (Maddie), Hailey Ezell (Brayden), and Jason Speaks, as well as his great-grandchildren Jarred Collins, Zaxton Johns, Blakelee Reese, Scout Ezell, and Anthony Speaks. Their lives carry forward his memory, and he will be lovingly remembered by each of them.

Wayne was preceded in death by his wife, Bonnie Speaks; son, Jackie Speaks; parents, George and Wilma Speaks; brothers Doyle Speaks, Donald Stevens, and Red Stevens; and his granddaughter, Autumn Welch.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 12:00 p.m. at Phillips Funeral Home with Kelly Rippy officiating. Burial will be at Pine Log Cemetery.