Wanie Gudaitis passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at the age of 86 after a brief illness. She was preceded in death by her parents, Troy and Annabell Edwards, and her brother GA Edwards. Wanie is survived by her loving husband of 65 years, Ken Gudaitis, her daughter Marty (Gudaitis) Belcher, son-in-law Bobby Belcher, granddaughter Briana Mendoza, grandson-in-law Antonio Mendoza, grandson Brendan Belcher, and great-grandsons Zachary Mendoza and Giovanni Mendoza.

Wanie graduated from Vaca High in 1955 and was a devoted member of Jehovah's Witnesses throughout her life. She was cherished for the love she shared with her family and friends. Memorial arrangements are still pending.