of Maumelle, AR
January 14, 1950 - February 14, 2023
Wade Walton Halstead, Jr., age 73, of Maumelle, Arkansas passed away on February 14, 2023. He was born on January 14, 1950 in Columbus, Georgia to the late Wade Walton, Sr. and Tommie Lou Halstead.
Wade resided in Alabama for many years, until leaving to pursue a career in the metal building industry. He worked in various locations including Columbus, Georgia, Lubbock, Texas and finally made his home in Maumelle, Arkansas. Wade enjoyed college football, Arkansas fishing and duck hunting and politics. He had the gift of gab and a great sense of humor, both of which came naturally.
Wade was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann Halstead; brother-in-law, Michael Taylor and nephew, Aaron Taylor.
He is survived by his son, Wade Walton Halstead, III (Trey) of New Orleans, Louisiana; sister, Karen Taylor of Mobile, Alabama; brother, Sam (JoAnn) Halstead of Eufaula, Alabama; niece, Rani Taylor of Mobile, Alabama; niece, Christy (Matt) Wilson of Troy, Alabama; two great-nephews; a stepson, Tony Ivey of Maumelle, Arkansas; a step-granddaughter, Grace Ivey and numerous extended family and friends.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, please make memorials in Wade's name to the Arkansas Children's Hospital located at 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, Arkansas, 72202. Donations may also be made online at www.archildrens.org.
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13 Condolence(s)
Nancy Mills
Monday, August 28, 2023
Wade was a very special friend. I wish we stayed in touch better but when we talked it was great. We lost touch when I stopped traveling to Little Rock but the years I did, it was always fun and nice to know some local folks. RIP Baby Wade!
Melissa Ray
Thursday, March 9, 2023
Wade was an amazing man & dad. A HUGE Alabama fan!!! I don’t think he ever missed a game, if he did, I didn’t know it!! Haha! When we moved from Alabama to Houston, Tx then to Lubbock, TX and finally to Maumelle, AR I was only a small child. But he loved me so much and treated me as his own. I was a daddy’s girl to him. Of course there was my sister Susan who was the oldest then my step brother Trey (Wade’s biological child) then me the baby. It was when I was a teen that my mother & Wade divorced, and he remarried Ms. Shirley, but Wade never stopped being a father figure to me. He was ALWAYS very good to me, when I married in 2003, & I asked him to walk me down the aisle, he didn’t hesitate. I’d take my daughter to his house to trick or treat because as much as he could talk, he loved hearing me talk his head off & his step grandchild Lauren talk his head off. He loved kids. I do know when I visited with him recently before his passing & on the way to the ER with him,a month before his passing, all he talked about was his & Ms. Shirley’s grandbaby & how much he loved her. This sudden passing of Wade, my dad/father figure is rough. I have so many loving memories with him. I’m so thankful & grateful to of been a part of his life. Wade gave me my first $100 bill at age 6 and I bought thumb tacs with it. He didn’t care though, he was just happy to make me happy. When we lived in Lubbock he use to love to make furniture as a hobby, I was his helper and he paid me $1.00 to sweep up sawdust. I was on top of the world. When I was 11 years old, I wanted this used moped my friend had for sale so I could get around maumelle on the trails. But it was $100. Wade told me he would pay for it, but I had to earn it. I did too! Today I’m very independent & I can give credit to Wade for that. Although he was frugal, he never let the kids do without. Wade was hardworking & very smart as well. I love him so much. I could go on and on, but just know Wade Walton HALSTEAD II was a good man with lots of love that he hid from most. Also, Trey, if you read this, about three weeks before him passing, I asked about you. He said, I don’t know Melissa, we had our moments, but I love my son. This has been hard on me but I’ll call you soon Trey. Prayers to all who loved & knew Wade. Much love, Melissa (motor mouth) Nick name Wade named me! May you rest in peace dad Wade.
June Stewart
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Wade was a special person. He was a friend of mine when I lived in Little Rock as were the Perdue’s! I lost touch with him whenI moved back to Searcy. We reconnected before Shirley passed away and that was wonderful! As I said , he was a hoot and could make the room light up with laughter and jokes! I’m sorry for your loss.
June Stewart
June Stewart
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Wade was a special person. He was a friend of mine when I lived in Little Rock as were the Perdue’s! I lost touch with him whenI moved back to Searcy. We reconnected before Shirley passed away and that was wonderful! As I said , he was a hoot and could make the room light up with laughter and jokes! I’m sorry for your loss.
June Stewart
June Stewart
Wednesday, March 1, 2023
Wade was a special person. He was a friend of mine when I lived in Little Rock as were the Perdue’s! I lost touch with him whenI moved back to Searcy. We reconnected before Shirley passed away and that was wonderful! As I said , he was a hoot and could make the room light up with laughter and jokes! I’m sorry for your loss.
June Stewart
Ann Monk Aarons
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Sam, Karen and the rest of his family and friends....I am so sorry for your loss. Hold tight to your memories. My mom and I drove across country and stopped by to see him a few years ago....he was the same as I remembered him with just some grey hair. He will surely be missed.
Tracy & Jim Gissendaner
Thursday, February 23, 2023
Sam and family,
We are so sorry for your loss! I know this is hard! Praying for your family.
Melton Colbert
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
R I P buddy. We had some good times and I will miss you no doubt.
cherie Richardson
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
Gracie and I loved Wade. He was a wonderful grandfather! - Gracie has many memories of her Pa Pa - giving him pedicures, riding in his lap and letting her drive, many talent shows, and even letting Gracie put makeup on him. He adored Gracie and she adored him. We will miss your laugh, jokes, and smile Wade. Rest in Peace.
Kathy Mottley
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
I’m so sorry to read of Wade’s passing. My condolences to Sam and JoAnn and all the family on this loss. Thinking of you all with love. Kathy Mottley
Rayline Monk
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
My cousin will surely be missed prayers for all the family
Debbie Vickery
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
So sorry to hear of Wade’s passing. He was a sweet man & Roy & I really enjoyed being around him in our earlier days. Prayers for Karen & Sam & all the family ðŸ™â¤ï¸
Debbie Wilson
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.
Mike & Debbie