Memorial for Wayne, an AFC Board Member

Asians and Friends Chicago will hold a memorial gathering for Wayne Hedrick, 63, a longtime board member and active participant in the organization’s social events until his passing last month.

The gathering will be held Saturday, May 16, 2009 at the Gerber/Hart Library, 1127 West Granville in Chicago from 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. For more information call the Asians and Friends Chicago hotline at (312) 409-1573.

Mr. Hedrick was an avid reader and movie enthusiast, as well as a licensed clinical professional counselor. He is survived by brothers Sidney Hedrick and wife, Viola, and Roger Hedrick and wife, Sharon, as well as a niece and two nephews.

Asians and Friends Chicago is a social organization for gay men of Asian descent and those who are interested in Asian cultures. It will celebrate its 25 anniversary year this fall.