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Truman Wade Obituary

Truman "Skip" Mitchell Wade age 46, of Erie passed away unexpectedly Friday, September 16, 2011 at his residence from natural causes. He was born in Erie on May 29, 1965 a son of the late Ernest M. and Thelma Smith Wade. He had attended Strong Vincent High School and had worked construction for GM Nelson Construction, Odyssey Builders, and Big Productions. He enjoyed woodworking and enjoyed his family and friends. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by two brothers: Randolph and Russell Wade. He is survived by his sister, Autumn Wade of Lenoir City, Tenn.; his fiancée, Jill Waite and her children; Jasmine, Ace and Carter; a niece; three nephews; three great nieces and two great nephews. Friends are invited to attend a memorial service at Kingsley United Methodist, 913 Cranberry St. Erie, on Thursday at 7:30 p.m. with Reverend Harold Blair officiating. A benefit will be held on Tuesday, September 20th from 5 p.m. until ? at the picnic pavilion next to the Erie Zoo. "Grampa" will be sadly missed by Jasmine, Ace, Carter Henry, family and friends. Memorials may be made to the family in care of the Burton Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc. 602 West 10th St., Erie, PA 16502. Send condolences at www.Burtonfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Erie Times-News on Sep. 20, 2011.

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October 14, 2011

jill we will all miss skip.he had a great sense of humor. if i can do anything for you you know where i am gerri brewer

October 14, 2011

i will miss your smiling face in the mornings. my condolences to jill and skips sister. carol wolffe

Shirley Caldwell

September 30, 2011

A great guy gone too soon. My sympathy to his family.

Misty Gray

September 22, 2011

Skip, you've been like a father to me especially since I lost my dad 5 1/2 years ago. Since I met you almost 12 years ago you've been there & helped me stay level headed Through everything. You were truly a wonderful person who'd give the shirt off your back. Thanks for all the laughs, lending me a shoulder when i needed it & all of the wonderful memories you've left me with. You'll always be in my heart. Love, misty

kista

September 22, 2011

you were like a father to me and i will always remember you telling me to use my head and not to take any crap from anyone! you will always have a special place in my heart! you never left my presence without kissing me on my forehead and im really gonna miss that!!!

Susan - Butch Harper

September 22, 2011

Jill, Chad, Lindsey and children......you are in our thoughts and prayers. We hope that your memories will help you through this difficult time. Love, Butch and Susan

Jill Waite

September 22, 2011

Skip you were my heart and soul. We had been through everything together be it good or bad and we made it. My love is yours forever. Please watch over us now and help me guide our grandchildren. I will miss you my love and think of you everyday. You are with your brothers and your parents now and my promise to you is to be with those of us that are here. Till I see you again,all my love to you. Jilly

Ted & DJ Magoon

September 21, 2011

Autumn and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. You have all been through some really hard times recently. Find comfort in the memories you shared with Skip. I remember him riding a plastic horse down the sidewalk on 15th St when he was little. So cute. God took him too soon but I am sure there is a better plan for him. You will meet again.

Mary Taylor

September 21, 2011

I'm so sorry for your loss. I went to grade school and all the way up to high school with Skip. He was such a great guy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. R.I.P. Skip

Lindsay Walsh

September 20, 2011

Skip, the past 8 years I spent as your "daughter in law" were times that I will never forget. You meant so much to Chad & I and our kids. I still can not believe that you are gone but I am so greatful for all of the memories I have of you and you will live on in our hearts forever...may you rest in peace.

Melanie Gray

September 20, 2011

Jill,
So sorry to hear about Skip. While I only met him once, he seemed to be a great man. My thoughts go out to you.

Liza Welz

September 20, 2011

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am the moon that beams
on lakes and mountains high.

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am the sun that shines
in a blue, blue sky.

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am the leaves that fall
in Autumn time.

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am the stars that shine
on a warm summer night.

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am the wind that blows
with secrets untold.

Dont cry for me when I die
For I am lapping water as you bathe
on sandy beaches,

Dont cry for me when I die
for I will always be by your side.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you through this tragety.

~Liza, Jonathan, Skylar and Lilly

Julie Witherow - leone

September 20, 2011

So sorry for your loss Amy , Adam , And
Aunt Autumn.
Skipper was always one of good guys .

Liillian Young

September 20, 2011

Sorry to hear the sad news , my prayers are with you and the family he will be dearly missed.

Julie/Jeff Curry

September 20, 2011

Too young...all I can say is Too young! Condolences to His Family, and His Very close Friends. God Bless, Anna. We both know what he's doing now!!!

Amy Clemente

September 20, 2011

Uncle Skip,
I will cherish the day I spent with you just a few weeks ago. That was one of the best days I could have had we laughed, cried, and just talked about all the memories of my dad. Now you are up there with my dad and you can tell him how much I miss and love him.....I Love You Uncle Skip and you will be missed so much....R.I.P Uncle Skip

Anna LaRiccia-Fischer

September 20, 2011

So sorry to hear about this tragedy..prayers for the family....great guy in high school..loads of fun with a great heart!

Jeff Martin

September 20, 2011

Rest in peace uncle Skip. You will be dearly missed. Thanks for everything you did for my family through out my childhood. Love you, may god be with you.

Kristine (Lombardo)Copeland

September 20, 2011

Deepest sympathies

Joyce Edwards

September 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time of sorrow, our family had some wonderful times spent with Skip,(Skip went to school with my brother Charlie) he was so fun to be with, the best was summers at Findlay Lake, he will be missed.
Joyce & Fred Edwards

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