of Adona, AR
March 9, 1940 - March 14, 2007
Richard Otho Wade, 67, of Adona, AR died Wednesday, March 14, 2007 at Little Rock, AR Mr. Wade was born in 1940 in Spearville, KS to the late George Otho and Agnes (Hull) Wade. Mr. Wade was an Air Force Veteran, attended First Presbyterian Churches of Morrilton and Benton, AR; a Management Consultant for IBM, Fire Chief for the Volunteer Fire Department of Adona, and Facility Manager of the Homestead on Petit Jean Mountain.
He was preceded in death by his parents, and one grandson, Kyle Wade.
Survivors include his wife, Arabelle; one son, Richard Wade, Jr and wife, Llona of Cabot; two daughters, AraLea Seachris and husband, Tim, of Benton; AnaLea Noble and husband, Bill, of Harpers Ferry, WV; grandchildren, Nicolaus Wade, Tabitha Wade, Trevor Seachris, Tate Seachris, Audra Seachris, Ramsey Noble, Kassidy Noble; step-grandchildren, James Thompson, Justin Thompson, John Thompson, Kathryn Veasey and Ariel Veasey; one sister-in-law, Joyce Bartley of Weatherford, TX, and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Morrilton, AR at 10:00 A.M., Monday, March 19, 2007, with Rev. Frank LeBlanc officiating. Interment will follow at Pinecrest Memorial Park in Alexander, AR
Serving as pallbearers will be grandsons and step-grandsons, Trevor Seachris, Tate Seachris, Ramsey Noble, James Thompson, Justin Thompson, John Thompson and Joshuah Cluff.
Visitation will be from 4:00 P.M. 6:00 P.M., Sunday, March 18, 2007 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton, AR (315-4047). Memorials may be made to Adona Volunteer Fire Department, P.O. Box 103, Adona, AR 72001.
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8 Condolence(s)
Tabitha Wade
Monday, December 15, 2008
It has been 21 months since Pops died. As Christmas is fast approaching I often think back to Christmas's past when Pops would dress in his Santa hat to pass out the gifts, oh how he loved that.
I have so many fond memories of Pops, especially how he always made me feel like one of the family, even though I am different from the rest. I remember all the times we went fishing on the pond, and his famous saying "Don't make me put a pop knot on your head!" I can still hear those words.
I will love and miss him always.
MARY MALLORY
Tuesday, March 27, 2007
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU DR. DOUG ANSHRAFT AND STAFF, MARY, CHARLOTTE,PAT AND vALERIE
LeMoyne Jones
Monday, March 19, 2007
Arabelle and family: I am sorry I could not attend Richards funeral. My love and sympathy is extended to all of you. I have lots of pleasant memories of time spent with the two of you. I still chuckle at the thoughts of some of his "snake" stories. May God bless you and the family now and forevermore. LeMoyne Jones
Carol Strait
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Arabelle and Family, Bob and I are so sorry for the loss of Richard. He was a true friend! We enjoyed all of our visits and trips with you both. I am also sorry I could not make the trip with Bob for Richards service, but know you understand why. Just know that I am with you in sprit and prayer. Love and Prayers, Carol
Andy & Merilyn Andrews
Saturday, March 17, 2007
Dear Arebelle, We're thinking of you. I'll always remember the time I took Richard for a ride on Petit Jean Mountain during the MVPA meeting. The world was a better place with Richard in it. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Andy and Merilyn.
Rick and Bert Reed
Saturday, March 17, 2007
Arabelle and Family- Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers with the loss of Richard. He was such in inspiration to everyone around him, with his love for family, humor, and life. God Bless each of you.
Joe & Rita Allison
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Dear Arabelle and family, Words cannot express our heartfelt sympathy in the loss of Richard. There are so many wonderful memories that we will treasure of both of you through our membership with MVPA which brought us together but mainly his hard fought battle to live. Your care is an inspiration. Sending our love and prayers at this difficult time. God Bless all of you.
Sonia and James Mayrath
Thursday, March 15, 2007
Dear Arabelle and family-- Please know that we are with you in prayers and thoughts. We have always loved Richard so much, as he almost seemed more like a brother to Mom than her cousin. His sense of humor was always so uplifting and entertaining that it was delightful to be in his presence. We know all of you will miss him, but he will live on in our hearts and memories. God bless all of you! Sonia and James (Mayrath) Longmont, CO 80501