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ETTA WADE Obituary
ETTA PAULINE WADE "Polly" (Age 95)
On Monday, October 5, 2015, of Columbia, MD. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth J. Wade; mother of Jane Peter, Shirley (David) Gardner, Gerald (Misty) Wade, James (Susan) Wade, Mary (Richard) Young, the late Betty Wade Scruggs, Martha Wade, Kenneth (Dale) Wade, Jr., and Bernadette (Bryan) Russell. Sister of Sue Frame and Jean Yarnall. Also survived by 26 grandchildren and 26 great-grandchildren . Visitation will be held at St. Camillus Church, 1600 St. Camillus Drive, Silver Spring, MD, Thursday, October 15, from 10:30 a.m. to 11 a.m., where Memorial Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. Interment Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to American Cancer Society, Montgomery County Unit, 801 Roeder Road, Suite 800, Silver Spring, MD 20910.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
for ETTA WADE
Luanne Leonard
October 21, 2015
Aunt Pauline was one of the kindest people I ever met. She always had time for me when I saw her and made me feel loved and very much a part of the family. I am so thankful that she was a part of my life.
Ann (Bruton) Kennedy
October 17, 2015
My heart goes out to all of you. Sending prayers your way.
Mary, Mel, Wyatt, Chris, Nicole, Justin Wade
October 14, 2015
Aunt Polly was a sweet lady that always made us feel loved through her thoughtful caring kindness. We are thankful for her and will miss her. Our sympathies and prayers to the family on your loss.
Betsy Davis
October 13, 2015
My deepest sympathies to the Wade family. I was blessed to be Polly's neighbor for many years...What a wonderful neighbor and FRIEND.. Betsy
Mom Mom, Grammi and Me before Meredith's wedding
Cathy Pearce
October 13, 2015
Mom Mom -- Mom to Many -- She contributed so greatly to this world in so many marvelous ways!! She will be truly missed!!
Rich, Carolyn, Ceil, Alice, Steve, Dave, Mike Wade
October 12, 2015
Thought and prayers go out to the many friends and family of our Dear Aunt Polly.
Bernadette Russell
October 11, 2015
To the most magnificent, caring woman I have ever known, thank you for the lifetime of love and memories. I will miss you dearly. Love you forever Mom.
Shirley
October 11, 2015
Lov you, Mom
October 11, 2015
To my dearest Godmother,
You were a wonderful lady and I'll miss you very much. All our sympathies to the Wade family,
Fondly,
Frani Gallagher Arch
Ken Wade
October 11, 2015
I miss you mom.
Thank you for everything.
October 11, 2015
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
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