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Tristan Wade Obituary

Sgt. Tristan Mykal Wade

23, of Indianapolis, died Friday, March 22, 2013 in Afghanistan while serving his country in the United States Army.

On December 23, 1989 Tristan was born to his parents Tisa and Daniel Wade, Jr. He was a 2009 graduate of Southport High School where he participated in many sports including football and volleyball. He was a member of the Army Volleyball team. He enjoyed practical jokes and dancing.

Tristan joined the United States Army while still in high school and had served in the Iraq War and in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.

Survivors include his mother, Tisa Wade; father, Daniel Wade, Jr., both of Indianapolis; wife, Alisha Morales of Las Cruces, New Mexico; daughter, Skylynn Marie Wade; brothers, Cory Alan Lee, Zachary Daniel Wade of Indianapolis and his fiancé, Victoria Lloyd; niece, Molly Diane Wade; maternal grandmother, Denise Webb all of Indianapolis; maternal grandfather, Gerald Lee, Sr. of Lodi, California; paternal grandmother, Betsy Brown and her husband Tommy; paternal grandfather, Daniel Lee Wade, Sr. and his wife Linda all of Indianapolis; several aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

Preceding him in death is his brother, Adrian David Wade.

Funeral Services will be conducted Saturday, April 6, 2013 at1:00 p.m. at Southport High School in the Auditorium, 971 E. Banta Rd., Indianapolis, IN 46227. Calling will be on Friday from 3 p.m. until 8 p.m. Wilson St.Pierre Funeral Service & Crematory, Southport Chapel was entrusted with the arrangements. Visit http://www.WilsonStPierre.com to sign the guest book, share a personal message, and order flowers.

Published by The Indianapolis Star on Apr. 3, 2013.
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To the Wade Family, please accept my deepest condolences for your loss. I knew Tristan very well in Jr. High. He was a great friend who was always full of life and fun to be around. He will forever be remembered by myself and his fellow friends from Aliamanu Middle School, Honolulu Hawaii. From one service member to another,Sgt. Wade I salute you and your family.

Michael Starner

July 12, 2013

Joshua Crowe

June 23, 2013

Tristan and I were great buds in High School. Back then I knew him as Tristan Crow, and we always joked about being brothers, that were separated at birth. I'm sorry I didn't come say goodbye bud, thank youfor defending our freedom, and Rest in Peace, I'll see you when my time comes.

Joshua Crowe

June 23, 2013

I know there are no words to say at this time, except how sorry that I am. My thoughts and prayers are with you always. Tristan will never be forgotten.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I'm home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I'm only a civilian
And I don't even know if it's allowed

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

For those missing in action;
for those who didn't make it home.
I know you're in God's presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.

I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.

I salute you .

I Salute You.

Suzanne MacDaniel - A Proud Aunt
Colonie, NY
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq

S MacDaniel

May 25, 2013

To the Wade Family, please accept my deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one
Tristan, and my sincerest gratitude for his service for our country.
God Bless you Sgt. Tristan M. Wade...you will not be forgotten.

S. Kronenwetter

May 23, 2013

To the family of Sgt Wade: He will be forever remembered not just as a hero but as a buddy to our grandson, Cameron Raux, in the 573rd Clearance Co. Our sincere condolences for your loss.

Linda Teelon

April 26, 2013

Rest in peace Tristan.

Henryk Zaleski

April 24, 2013

Thank you for your service. Rest in peace. God will take care of your family.
Amazing grace,
U.S. Navy Veteran

April 23, 2013

I did not know Sgt Tristan Wade, but my heart goes out to his young family and extended family for their loss and the grief that they must struggle with.

Joe Herman

April 18, 2013

Tristan you are missed by so many of us! Just know we all love you and your a hero to us! I will always hold you near and dear to my heart as well as the rest of our high school class! You were a great friend to me and many others. Your love and compassion for your family,friends,and for our nation will never be forgotten. Much love to you Tristan. To the family: Tristan was a great man and one of the best friends anyone could ever have. Thoughts and prayers to you all! God Bless!

Mandy

April 17, 2013

I did not know Sgt. Wade, all the same condolences to his family and an honorable thank you for your service to him! This Viet Nam vet salutes you!

Ben Dominguez

April 16, 2013

vanessa morales

April 15, 2013

Sgt. Wade, Thank you for your service to our beautiful country. May you Rest In Peace. To his wife, daughter and family; my thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Our country is grateful for the courage and sacrifice of your loved one.

Karla Gorman

April 14, 2013

May you be enjoying God's paradise and the angel who is watches over us Tristan! xoxo

Sophia G.

April 13, 2013

Alisha, we are so sorry. Please take comfort in his love for you and his service to this great country. He was a true Hero!

Stephanie, Tim and Lauren Jesson

April 12, 2013

I did not know Sgt Tristan Wade but am sorry to read of the passing of this brave soldier. There are few words I can say, so I offer prayers to his wife, family, friends and military colleagues.

April 12, 2013

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SGT Tristan Mykal Wade our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Tristan. And to Tristan it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the supreme sacrifice he made for his country while opposing enemy forces in Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Tristan, you gave the last full measure of devotion for what you believed in and fought for. You are a brave American Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Tristan's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

John Adams, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

April 12, 2013

Words cant describe how much i miss you cuzo, i wish i would have talked to you more, so much i wanted to tell you but didnt get the chance,hoping to make you proud, you are my idol i hope and pray to be a great NCO like you, your the best friend any one can ask for and the greatest best man i could have asked for to be at my wedding ,you was always perfect, you will never be forgotten in my heart , i love you cuzo

Mark Roberson

April 12, 2013

Thank you Sgt Tristen Wade for your service to this Great Nation. May you rest in peace in the arms of our Savior.

Rachael Bissell

April 12, 2013

Alisha,
We regret to hear the loss of your husband, Sgt. Tristan Mykal Wade. May our Lord grant him eternal rest.
Even though he has departed from us,we
like to express our thanks for his sacrifice and dedication to his country. May he rest in peace.
Semper Fidelis,
Frank & Adela Morales

Frqnk Morales

April 11, 2013

On behalf of the Société de Police - IPD Adam & Edward (Facebook Group), we send condolences to D. L. Wade Sr. & Family on the loss of Tristan in "Enduring Freedom."

Tristan's loss once again reflects to all that freedom in this life does not come free or without sacrifice.

We offer the following prayer, in deepest sympathy on your family's loss: Eternal rest grant unto Tristan, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Dan, your old compadres and a grateful nation share in your family's grief.

S. I. Drake, Lt/IPD (Ret.)

April 11, 2013

Thank You for serving our Country and keeping us safe. My condolences to the Wade family. God has a special place for His special soldier.

Gary Warren

April 11, 2013

Tristan I was looking back at the wedding pictures of mark and Laryssa and I couldn't believe how many of them you were in also....I remembered telling you to be in the family picture for marks side of the family.... looking back to may of last year and seeing that beautiful smile and how you were looking after Mark that day......I still can't believe this.....my heart is heavy.....rip in peace wade because God has even bigger plans for you ....so if you would please keep a eye on mark and Laryssa for me .Truly missed by the Roberson family..

Kathy Roberson

April 11, 2013

God called home an American Hero. Heaven has received one of our very best. May his family be comforted by their memories. I thank you, Sgt. Tristan Wade, for your service to our Country from a Veteran's wife.

Carolyn

April 11, 2013

Melissa Brice

April 11, 2013

Alisha, my little sister, words cannot express the sadness I feel for your loss. I know all the plans the two of you had for your future and the love that you shared every day. My prayer is that you will find the strength to recover from this loss in time and find comfort in the fact that Tristan will always be a part of you, and is carried in your heart.

Wade family, it was a pleasure meeting you all in Indiana and again, I want to express my deepest condolences.

May God bless you all during this time of sorrow.

I also want to thank everyone who has reached out and supported the family along our journey including SFC Dustin Mace - Casualty Assistance Officer to Alisha Morales, The U.S. Army, the USO, the Fisher House for Families of the Fallen, the Patriot Guard Riders, 2d Engineer Battalion, the brave men and women of the 573rd Clearance Company, and numerous family and friends.

Melissa Morales Brice

April 11, 2013

To the family of Sgt. Tristan Wade - My sincere condolences on the loss of your son, husband, brother, uncle, nephew, grandson. He is a true Hero. My God's love and grace be with you in the difficult days ahead. Thank you for your service, Sgt Wade.
Lena Martinez, Espanola, NM
Blue Star Mother

April 10, 2013

Thank you for your service and ultimate sacrifice. You will never be forgotten. RIP son, your tour of duty is done.

Keith McCauley

April 6, 2013

To: the entire Family of Sgt. Tristan M. Wade. Thank you sir for (laying down your life) in exchange for our FREEDOM. RIP in Peace Sgt. Wade.

Most Respectfully,

Michelle and Rick Ferguson

April 6, 2013

Prayers for friends and family. Rest in Peace Brother.

Lamar Huffstutler

April 6, 2013

We have never met, brave soldier. Our whole Indiana Air Search and Rescue team will honor you with an escort and flyover by our Huey helicopter to your final resting place. God bless you. God Bless your family & friends. God Bless America. Thank you for your service to our great nation.

May God wrap His arms around your whole family as you make your journey home.

IASAR

Indiana Air Search and Rescue

April 6, 2013

We have never met but I want to thank you for your service, and fighting for our freedom that so many take for granted. Praying for you and your family, and thank you again for your bravery. God Bless You and God Bless America.

Patty Crisp

April 5, 2013

May God grant your family the strength you need during this most difficult time. Thank you to your family for raising such a brave American Warrior who was willing to put his life on the line for OUR nation and freedoms. It's young men like him, that make so many sacrifices, who are the reason we can enjoy our way of life in the USA. As a Vietnam Veteran I salute him for his dedicated service and may he rest in eternal peace.

PG Gentrup

April 5, 2013

Rest in peace.

Robin Trostle

April 5, 2013

Thank you for your service. You are a true Hero. As a mom who has a son in Afghanistan right now I can only pray for the family you have left behind. I have no words that will comfort them; however I want them to know that I love them and I appreciate the fine young man they raised. My God give you strength to go through this journey.

Carol Jones

April 4, 2013

Rest in peace Tristan.

Henryk Zaleski

April 4, 2013

Those of us that have served out country know the risks we all take at one time or another. Tristan you will be missed and God bless you for all you have brought to this world. My prayers go out to you.

Sandy Green

April 4, 2013

The Final Salute

“Brothers in Arms”, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged “Hand Salutes” as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.

This “Hand Salute” is the last that we shall render to SGT Tristan Mykal Wade our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for Tristan. And to Tristan it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the supreme sacrifice he made for his country while deployed to Afghanistan. No greater love is shown than a man lay down his life for another. Tristan, you gave the last full measure of devotion for what you believed in and fought for. You are a brave American Warrior, a true Patriot and a national Hero. With your passing, our Country has lost a National Treasure. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at ease. Rest in Peace.

On behalf of the 1,261 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 233 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to Tristan's family and loved ones.

Stephen J. Lavery, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109

John Adams, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101

For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud

April 4, 2013

To the family and friends of Sgt. Wade, please accept my deepest sympathy for your loss of Tristan. Americans owe him our gratitude for his brave service and ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedoms and protect our way of life. May he rest in Peace and may you live in Peace. I am so sorry for your pain, may you find healing.

Marcia

April 4, 2013

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers ([email protected]) is an organization with groups throughout the country who work to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one while serving our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church would like to extend our sincere sympathy and to honor your son's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a prayer gift which will be mailed to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with the names and addresses of those who would like to receive one and which gift they would like to receive. We will send our gift as soon as possible. Also, if you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved on who died while serving our country, please pass along my e-mail address. May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead. Sincerely, Lynne

Lynne Neibert

April 4, 2013

In memory of Tristan, I still can't believe it. You were in the prime of your life. Thank you for your service and please continue to shower your love from heaven.

Jan Thompson

April 4, 2013

I will never forget your sweet face and that beautiful smile my friend. You will forever be remembered for your unselfish sacrifice for our country. My deepest condolences to your family. Ms. Sherri Brickey

Sherri Brickey

April 3, 2013

We have never met, but thank you for your service. Freedom isn't free and you paid the ultimate sacrifice. May your family and friend's many cherished memories of you, give them comfort during this difficult time.

Laura Bade Limbach

April 3, 2013

Dearest family, Betsy, and Danny were my friends in HS and I induce them. Three generations of brave military men, protecting our world. thank you for your friendship and protection. Vicki Wright Bridgeman

April 3, 2013

Thank You Tristan for your service to our country.

Wood/Sullivan Family

April 3, 2013

Thank you for your sacrifice for me and all Americans. I pray ypur family will find comfort, grace and peace.

April 3, 2013

We never met, but I thank you for your service. I am so sorry for your loss. God Bless.

Jennifer Eck

April 3, 2013

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