Richard Wayne

Dr. Richard Wayne (April 4, 1804 – June 27, 1858) served four non-consecutive terms as mayor of Savannah, Georgia: 1844–1845, 1848–1851, 1852–1853 and 1857–1858. He died while in office.[1] Wayne was the first mayor of Savannah elected by its citizens. Prior to his election, mayors were appointed by the city aldermen. He is buried in Savannah's Laurel Grove Cemetery.