Coleman "Wayne" Miracle

Coleman “Wayne” Miracle of Hermiston was born January 4, 1945 in Harlan, Kentucky the son of Oscar and Anna (Hoskins) Miracle. He passed away in Hermiston on Wednesday October 2, 2024 at the age of 79.

Wayne moved from Kentucky to Lexington, Oregon when he was a child and he attended schools in Heppner. He then returned to Kentucky where he graduated from high school. He moved back to Oregon in the early 1980's and has resided mostly in the Hermiston area since that time. Wayne worked throughout his career as a fork lift operator for Simplot and Lamb Weston. He retired from Lamb Weston in 2007.

Wayne enjoyed fishing, camping, playing his guitar, being in nature and spending time with his family. He had a strong faith and belief in God which was reflected in his beliefs and values and the way he lived his life. Wayne married Ilene Daniels in Heppner, Oregon on June 12, 1974. They celebrated their 50th anniversary on June 12, 2024.

He is survived by his wife, Ilene; five children, Lance (Rachel) Miracle, Wade Miracle, Brandy Miracle, David Miracle and Eric Miracle; he also raised three grandchildren as if they were his own, Austin, Caitlyn and Aiden; Grandchildren, Devon, Dylan, Derrick, Ariahna, Olivia, Emily, Erica, Isiah, Logan, Paige, Jaci, Ryan, Mason, Ryder and Kendall; many great grandchildren; brother, Darrell Miracle; sisters, Delphine, Angie and Judy; and many extended family members.

He is proceeded in death by his parents, Oscar and Anna; sisters, Pam and Nila and son Troy.

The family will plan a private family Celebration of Life at a later time. Burns Mortuary of Hermiston is in care of arrangements.

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