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Wade S. Ricks

Waltham, Massachusetts

May 29, 1954 – Oct 20, 2021 (Age 67)

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BORN
May 29, 1954
DIED
October 20, 2021
AGE
67
LOCATION
Waltham, Massachusetts

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Wade Stevens Ricks, a Waltham lawyer and prominent newspaper and television journalist in the 1980s and 1990s died Wednesday at his home. He was 67. A Waltham resident since 1999, he worked for the Worcester Telegram as he pursued his long-time interest in law, earning his J.D. from...

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Can't tell you how hard it is to lose my friend, respected colleague, partner in crime, fellow blues fan and office watercooler buddy Wade Ricks.
Rick struck up conversation with me some fifteen or so years ago when we were law school classmates; when my first officeway outside Bostonwasn't working out, he suggested we share some professional space he had found in Waltham, and I've been grateful and glad ever since that I took him up on it.
Rick always had time to talk over a pressing...

I was so very sad to learn of Wade's passing. We worked together on many cases over the past 4 years and he was a great lawyer and even better human. I will miss his stories, his guidance, and his laughter.

So very sorry to hear this news. A very good attorney who exuded compassion and care for his clients, most of whom are unable to advocate for themselves. The Mental health Bar and the Court system are lessened by his passing. My sincere condolences to his family.

I will always remember Rick as one helpful guy with a great sense of humor. He always asked the oddest, but important, questions. He was a great story teller and a lot of fun to be with. We'll miss him. Janet, we are thinking of you and, as my people say, "May his memory be eternal."

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David and I fondly remember a summer day spent on our deck on the Atlantic with Janet and Rick. Lively conversation, good food and drink, and laughter. In the years since, I have come to appreciate both of their life's work, Rick's loving and supportive relationship with Janet, and the special legacy he leaves. We are deeply sorry for your loss, Janet, and we pray you will be comforted by precious memories and God's care. We are here for you.

Janet,
It's not possible to relate to your loss. We are here for you and your family during this most difficult time. May some semblance of peace return to you...soon.

Janet, I am so sorry about Rick and pray that God will hold you in His arms and help you with your grief. May He bless you and all who love Rick. take care, Marsha

I have greatly enjoyed getting to know Wade over the past years. He was instrumental in inspiring me to expand my career, and I am forever grateful for that. Wade is an amazing advocate for those in need and a brilliant man. I will never forget our enjoyable conversations, and I am so glad to have gotten to know Wade as a friend - he will be tremendously missed.

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