Wade CONLIN

CONLIN, Wade
Wade Conlin, age 75, of Derby passed away on Sunday, (May 26, 2013) at his home. Wade was born on April 10, 1938 in Lawrence, MA to the late Carlton Conlin and Ruth Marion Schofield Conlin. He graduated from East Hampton High School and served his country in the United States Army. He was a former member of Newington Fire & Police Department, as well as the Derby Volunteer Fire Department and a Mason for over 50 years. He recently participated in Robin Sage Program for Special Forces in Derby. He enjoyed his garden, his dogs, and afternoons on his patio. He will miss his weekly trips to Dugans Pub in Pinehurst. Wade leaves behind to cherish his memory, his beloved wife and best friend, Cheryl; his two daughters, Caye Helsley and husband David and Lori Bleckley and husband Dee; a brother, Clayton Conlin and wife Marilyn and a sister Charlene Carroll and husband Bobby; his grandchildren, Lauren, David, Nathan, and Matthew and many nieces and nephews and many friends. Wade will be remembered for his fun loving spirit, charismatic way with people, and ability to fit his 6'1" body into the Shriners little cars and attend parades and events where he devoted his time and talents.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, June 1, 2013, during the hours of 3-5 at Boles Funeral Home in Pinehurst where the family invites you to share memories and gather to remember Wade. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you consider a donation to the Derby Fire Department, 2179 E. Derby Rd., Ellerbe, NC 28338. His family is grateful for his exceptional care at First Health Pulmonary Rehab. Online condolences may be made at www.bolesfuneralhome.com Boles Funeral Home of Pinehurst is serving the family.