Wayne Patrick Handy "Digger", 39, of Trenton, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Wednesday December 7, 2022

Born in Decatur, Illinois he was a long-time resident of the Trenton, NJ area.

Wayne was an avid sports fan and loved his Redskins, he enjoyed fishing down the Jersey shore with his Pops, David Merico, and most of all spending time with his family & friends.

Predeceased by his father Michael Handy. Wayne is survived by his mother & best friend, Marie Alaine Merico (Forker), stepfather, David James Merico, a loving son Gage Lee Handy "Bubby", two awesome brothers and a beautiful sister, Anthony James Handy (Tina Marie Brown), Michael Handy (Peggy Cioch), and Angel Marie Merico (Chris Slaiciunas), two nephews and a most special niece, A.J. Handy, Bryson David Slaiciunas "Little B" and Briana Handy. Three special aunts, two special cousins, and a family friend, Cynthia DiTullio (Merico), Michelle Marandola (DiTullio), Christian DiTullio, Harriet J. Clement (Aunt Lady Bug), Ginny Stemler

(My Stranger) and Mymie Hodges Mitchell, and so very many awesome family and friends in his life.

Funeral services will be held at the convenience of the family and a special memorial service will be held at a later date to be announced.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to American Cancer Society and ASPCA.

To send a condolence to the family, please visit www.poulsonvanhise.com

Arrangements are under the direction of Poulson & Van Hise Funeral Directors, Lawrenceville, NJ.