Wayne C. Miles 79, of East Dennis, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on Monday January 23, 2017.

Wayne was born in Somerville, the son of the late George and Henrietta (Carroll) Miles. He attended Somerville High School and was a member of the 1955 Somerville High basketball team which won the Class A state title. At Salem State he captained the basketball team in 1960. He later earned a masters degree from Boston University.

Wayne taught high school in Jewett City, CT before coming to Barnstable High School where he taught business and typing until his retirement in 1995.

Wayne began playing tennis on his 30th birthday and quickly became a significant competitor on the Cape. He won many tournaments in singles, doubles and mixed doubles. He coached the Barnstable High girls’ tennis team for many years and was twice named Coach of the Year by the Cape Cod Times. Even after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, Wayne’s determination kept him active playing tennis, golf and walking the beautiful beaches of the Cape. In addition to his athleticism, Wayne will always be remembered for his twinkling eyes, wry smirk and sharp wit.

Wayne is survived by his wife, Sue (Rothenberg) Miles of East Dennis; two nieces, Andrea Akmenkalns and her husband, Will Stapp of Petaluma, CA; Laura Jones and her husband, Brad of Virginia Beach, VA; two nephews, Steve and his wife, Terri, and Craig and his wife, Gina, all from Virginia Beach, VA; a brother-in-law, Mark Rothenberg and his wife, Carolyn Emerson and their daughter Lily, of Setauket, NY.   In addition to his parents, Wayne was predeceased by a brother, George "Tom" Miles and a sister, Sandra Miles. 

The family wishes to extend their deepest gratitude to Wayne’s loving caregivers over the years.

Visiting hours will be held from 3 to 5 p.m. with a celebration of Wayne’s life at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday January 25 in the Hallett Funeral Home, 273 Station Ave. South Yarmouth at 4:30.

Sue will continue to welcome visitors at her home on Thursday and Friday from 1 to 5 pm. 290 Scargo Hill Rd., East Dennis.

As an expression of sympathy, memorial donations may be made to Hope Hospice, 765 Attucks Lane, Hyannis, MA 02601 or to the Alzheimer’s Family Support Center of Cape Cod, 2095 Main Street, Brewster, MA 02631.

I had the honor of knowing Wayne in high school days, and at Salem State. He was as fine a gentleman as I ever met. There is an old Irish expression that would certainly apply to Wayne' "Where he walked, it never rained." Slan.

So sad to here of Wayne's passing. He was a great coach and doubles partner. He was so competitive and I learned a lot about the game of tennis from him.

Dear Sue, We are so sorry to hear about the passing of Wayne. We know how devoted and caring you were to him, he was so fortunate to have you in his life for many loving years. We are in CA until the middle of March and want to send our love and thoughts to you . We wish we could be there to give you generous and supportive hugs and please know you are in our thoughts and caring prayers for you at this sad time. We know you are strong and hope to see you when we return. Much love and caring, Clay and Nancy Beless

Dear Sue, I want to express my sympathies to you and the rest of Wayne's family. He always was upbeat and a true professional when we taught together. I hope in the coming days and months time heals the pain and loss you must feel at his passing. Even though I am away and unable to attend the wake my thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless. David

Dear Sue, i am so sorry to hear of Wayne's passing. He was a true gentle soul. Know that our thoughts are with you at this difficult time. Much Love, Anne & Bob

Dear Sue and family of Wayne....plesse accept my deepest sympathy on your loss of Wayne....my condolences and that of his Somerville High School Class of 1955 classmates.