Wayne E. Sanborn

SACO — Wayne E. Sanborn, 64, of Sunset Avenue, died Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2013, at a Biddeford hospital after a long illness.

He was born in Portland, a son of Elwyn and Doris Burnell Sanborn of Sebago, and graduated from Potter Academy in 1967.

After graduating high school, Mr. Sanborn worked briefly at I.T.T. in Kezar Falls before pursuing his passion as a law enforcement officer. He worked for the Saco Police Depart-ment for 28 years, retiring in 2003.

He was an automotive enthusiast and enjoyed all types of motorsports. He participated in drag races, circle track events and attended various professional motorsports events across the country. In his later years he enjoyed keeping up on current events and discussing them with family and friends.

Surviving are his daughter and son-in-law, Lisa and Scott Taylor of Porter; his son and daughter-in-law, Michael and Dana Sanborn of Plattsmouth, Nebraska;  three grandchildren and a great-grandchild.

It was Mr. Sanborn's request that no services be held. His wish was to be cremated and laid to rest alongside his parents at Lakeside Cemetery in North Sebago. Arrangements are with Watson, Neal & York Funeral Home. www.wnyfuneralhome.com

The family would like to thank Jim Crawford, Olin Thomas, Linda Gadbois, and Harold Trask, along with their families for the wonderful support given during this difficult time. You all meant so much to him.