Curtis Wayne Jernigan, Jr.

Happy Birthday, Wayne Rest easy my friend! Still can't believe you're no longer here on earth, but I know there's no more pain for you. At lease you get to see Smitty, again!

Loving Memory of Wayne My brother Wayne, There aren't enough words to hold what you meant to me, but let me try. We shared long days together — the kind that stretched into golden hour and beyond — and you never once made me feel like I was slowing you down. You taught me how to see. How light falls, how it lifts a face, how it tells a story a camera alone never could. You showed me that capturing a moment isn't about the gear in your hands; it's about the presence you bring to it. Every frame I compose from here forward will carry your fingerprints on it. But it wasn't just the craft. It was the quiet moments in between — the spiritual ones, where the Spirit met us right where we stood and neither of us had to say much at all. You were always in tune, brother. Always listening for something deeper. And just when the weight of a moment settled in, you'd land one of those dry jokes of yours and remind me that heaven has a sense of humor too. To Wayne's family and all who loved him — please know your grief is shared by many hands and lifted by many prayers. My prayers are with each of you: for comfort that doesn't rush, for peace that passes understanding, for the sweet ache of memory to slowly turn into gratitude. May the God of all comfort hold you close in these days, and may the love Wayne poured into you return to you a hundredfold through the people whose lives he shaped. Wayne touched more people than he ever knew. His light — the one he was so good at finding in others — is scattered across all of us now, and it won't go out. Rest easy, brother. Save me a good seat and a bad joke. With love and a full heart, Dave Brown

Wayne, you will be missed for the kind words and smile you would always greet me with. I will miss your laughter when I didn't know which chess piece to move. But, I will cherish the sweet memories we shared. Thanks for being my friend.

I send my condolences to Von, Cookie and the rest of the family. We have lost a truly special member of our family. Wayne was always supportive of my music. My song "We Are Amazing" was one of his favorites. So much so that he used it in various videos featuring his amazing photography. He was a very talented photographer and as a family we are blessed that he captured so many amazing pictures of our family and his friends. I'm going to miss our conversations but comforted in knowing that he is in a better place. ✌🏾💜🙏🏾's AFR

Cousin, I still can't believe you are no longer with us. God knows when it's time to move on and be with him.; and he extended his arms and welcomed you home. I will always remember our talks and cherish all of the photos and video's that you created for our family. Rest in Peace until we see each other again. Love you.

Wayne u are loved and will be missed. God knew it was time for u to come home. We may not understand. Only God knows. Always love in my heart. Cousin Dee-Dee.

I send my deepest condolences to Wayne's family. I grew up in Spindale with Wayne. His mother and my mother taught at East Rutherford High School. Wayne was such a nice and thoughtful friend. He loved his beautiful daughter and grandson. He was an excellent photographer. He documented so many memories through his photography. Wayne had such a great sense of humor and a hearty laugh. Wayne will truly be missed and never forgotten. Rest well in eternal peace my friend. Debby Roberts Belk

The way we held each other in your front door on the day of Rudy's homegoing solidified the bond we shared like no other. You will forever live in my heart Cuz and missed beyond measure. The phone calls we shared and the family memories you provided to our family will forever be treasured. Love you Wayne and I always appreciated the way you made me laugh and always found a way to put a smile on my face! Tina

Sending prayers 🙏 ❤️ to Carla and Revonda and family. Wayne was a fellow church member at Wells Spring UMC. He was a great photographer! His talent, work, and greatness will live forever.

He had a wonderful personality and a good sense of humor. He will be great missed. One Love my friend!

Sarcastic, Humorous, Quiet, Photographer, Spiritual, Quick-Witted, Loyal and a Great Friend, I could go on, but I want. He was all of these things. I will miss you always. To Carla and Vonn, please accept my deepest sympathy, this is really hard right now. May God bless you and keep us all during this time. RIP Wayne, Gone But Never Forgotten!

Wayne was my Godbrother and I will miss him dearly. Praying for Carla and Revonda and all of my cousins. Love to all.

Went to high school with Wayne. Always nice and he did our 50th class reunion pictures. Sending prayers of comfort.

May God bless keep & console the family at this time, my thoughts and prayers are with you. Wayne was a good person & friend. His personality & demeanor was so well known. He always made you feel so welcome with his smile & kind words. He will definitely be missed by friends & community.

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