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David Paul Wadle

1952 - 2012

BORN

1952

DIED

2012

David Wadle Obituary

Reverend Doctor David Paul Wadle

Des Moines

God welcomed David Paul Wadle, 60, into eternal life on Wednesday, July 18, 2012 after a courageous 4-year battle with cancer. David leaves behind his best friend and wife of 38 years, Patricia, daughter, Katherine (Benjamin) Ledyard, son Justin (Stephanie) grandchildren, Benjamin, Caleb, Ethan, Maximus, Anna and Madeline; his siblings, Del, Chuck, Terry, and Sharon; and many loving nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Victoria and Robert, brother Daniel, nephew Danny, and brother-in-law, John Madison.

Dave was an active member of St. Anthony parish. He was ordained a Deacon in the Catholic Church on August 12, 2010. He was a student of theology and philosophy until his final days and had a great desire to share his knowledge with others. He worked as an anesthesiologist at Mercy Medical Center and Mercy Medical Pain Center for 25 years with great- compassion and care.

Dave will be remembered for his faith, prayerful spirit, defense of the Church, and his tremendous love for his family. He is already missed.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Monday, July 23, 2012 at St. Anthony Catholic Church, with burial at Glendale Cemetery. Visitation will be 4 to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 22, 2012 also at the church. Memorial contributions may be made to Pro Life Across America, Inner Visions Pro Life Health Clinic, or EWTN.

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Published by the Des Moines Register on Jul. 21, 2012.

Memories and Condolences
for David Wadle

27 Entries

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February 23, 2024

This man was a gift to me from the moment I met him.. My life nor the lives of our children, have not been the same since! His favorite quote was God Love you! May you be enjoying the eternal joys of Heaven honey withe the Angels and the Saints! Life has not been the same without you!

Juliana Kincheloe

July 15, 2019

Pat, Justin & Katie, On this day, may all of you find comfort and know that David is with all of you. The kindness and caring ways he showed when he was here will live on forever. I think about him everytime I drive by Southern Woods Dr. I remember having to go to the hosptial to have him sign real estate documents for our closing. He signed and we chatted a bit. One thing that he said to me that still stays with me is, "If your spiritual house isn't in order, then your home will not be in order". I think of those wise words quite often. I'm sure all of you are reflecting on precious memories with him. All of your are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dave Leonetti

August 2, 2012

May the light of this candle shine brightly on your path to eternal life in paradise that you so truly deserve.

Dave Leonetti

July 31, 2012

David's memory:
Truly, you were one of God's "chosen few". Your life as a man, physician and deacon represented the epitomy of how we should live on this earth. I will never forget the day you passed because unlike I've ever experienced, your spirituality drew me to your bedside, only to have missed you by a few minutes. God's speed my friend. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Andrea Lundberg

July 26, 2012

Rest in Peace Dr. Wadle.

Sam Graham

July 25, 2012

I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Wadle several year caring for patients with persistent pain disordered. I enjoyed knowing him as a member of the Pain Management Journal Club and a working with the patients her referred. He was very well like and appreciated by the patients we worked with together. His kindness and caring was an inspiration to these patients and his coworkers.

My thoughts and concerns are with his family and patients this day.

Respectfully,

Sam Graham, Ph.D. Psychologist

Sandra Venerable

July 24, 2012

When Dr. Wadle first became ill, I was due for another epidural in my back. I absolutely wouldn't let another doctor touch me, because I had faith in Dr. Wadle only. I suffered, in pain, until he came back to work, even though he only returned for a limited number of hours each day. I remember our conversations about his health, spirituality, etc. I loved these talks, not only because I learned from him, but because he took the time to talk to me. The world has lost a loving, compassionate, and caring individual, but the heavens have gained another star. My sincere condolences to Dr. David's family. He will be greatly missed.

Jill Crawford

July 23, 2012

To the Wadle family,
I came in with my mother Nancy Smith for many office visits over the years with Dr Wadle. She absolutely adored him held on to every word and advice he gave. We are greatly sadden by your loss, it is a great loss to the community as a whole. His kindess and expertise will be greatly missed by all. Our hearts and prayers go out to you. God Bless

Steve Cahalan MD

July 23, 2012

Dave was great to work with in the OR. He and I enjoyed talking theology during our surgery cases. He helped get me through the tough times & was compassionate and kind to my patients. As they say, "He walked the walk..." He was solid. God Bless you Dave and your family.

Angela (Jasper) Bellegante

July 23, 2012

Pat, Katie, & Justin~
May you all find peace and comfort in your wonderful memories. Deacon Dave has touched so many people in so many ways. His spirit will live on in all of you and your children forever. It was a blessing to have known him.

Vicki Jasper

July 23, 2012

Pat~
Peace, love, and comfort to you and your family during this difficult time.

Renee Anderson

July 23, 2012

Pat, Katie, Justin and family,

Dave had an infectious laugh and smile and even more... passion for life.
His work here on earth may be done, but he has another journey ahead of him in heaven.
He dearly loved his family. Pat, he was crazy about you from the day he met you!
Please know that we are here if we can do anything for you.
Love and prayers,

Renee and Steve Anderson

Jeanette Brinkman

July 22, 2012

Pat, my thoughts and prayers go out to you at this time of loss. You have gone through this struggle together and I know Dave is now in the hands of God. Hopefully he and Bruce are sharing their stories about their fight with cancer. Peace and love to you and your family.

Kristi Berg

July 22, 2012

Dr. Wadle was my anesthesiologist when I delivered my first child 12 years ago. I had to deliver via an emergency C-section, and his compassion and kindness helped me get through a very scary situation. I am saddened to learn of his untimely passing. My condolences to his family, and may he rest in peace.

Carol Putney

July 21, 2012

A wonderful man.I feel blessed to have known him.He will be greatly missed and I known GOD has some special work for him. GOD bless his family and thank you for sharing David with us.

Linda LaPour

July 21, 2012

My heartfelt sympathy to your family. I didn't know Dr Wadle personally, just how kind and caring he was with my Mother at the pain center. You could tell he was special.

July 21, 2012

Heaven just became a brighter place. Deacon,You will be missed !

Kathy Mascaro

July 21, 2012

R.I.P. David! You will be missed by all who had the honor of meeting you and knowing you. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Juliana Kincheloe

July 21, 2012

My heart is sad but I feel very blessed to have known Dave and family for over 40 years. Recently getting to spend precious time with Dave and family while marketing his previous home, blessed me with special times that I will never forget. I will always remember how he would break out into prayer in the middle of one of my sentences saying, "Dear Baby Jesus, please forgive Julie....." for various silly things I would say. We would both laugh but I kinda sorta knew he was also kinda serious as well! :-) Lots of prayers to Pat, Justin, Katie and family. May God send peace to their hearts. RIP my dear friend.

Ted Crawford

July 21, 2012

My heart and prayers go out to Patty and your family. Such fond memories from medical school together--we had so many good times and laughs during those years and our rotations at DMG. Your spirit, kindness, compassion, and sense of humor will always be so vividly remembered my friend.
RIP David.

anonymous

July 21, 2012

Dave,
Who will be there to tell me that I am a person worthy of God's love? You always had the right words, you never judged. and you listened with love , understanding and knowledge.. I miss you so much.

James German D.O.

July 21, 2012

Dear David, I remember this very bright medical student who wanted to be an anesthesiologist. I was so pleased that when you finished your training, you chose to come back and join our group.
I admired your medical skills, character, and integrity. You shared your strong religious convictions and lived them to the utmost. May God welcome you into Heaven as one of his blessed children. My thoughts, prayers, and sympathies to Pat and the rest of your family. You will be missed my friend and may God truly Bless you.

Lisa Bourne

July 21, 2012

Deacon Dave, you were an angel on earth. Now that God has you as his angel in heaven you must know fully the love created by your presence among all you knew and touched. As one of those many, I am a better person and a better Catholic for having known you. It has also been a privilege to pray and be present along with you and your family, especially in the latter part of this journey. You just added more to the list for why we all want to make it to heaven. God bless you.

Tom & Deb Dawdy

July 21, 2012

Dr. Wadle,
We will never forget the compassion and friendship you shared with us while treating Tom at the Nerve Block Center. You are missed. We know God has good things planned for you in heaven.

God Bless

Becki Kennedy

July 21, 2012

Deacon Wadle, you will forever be remembered as a kind, gentle man; who gave me the courage to conquer my fears and have faith that God will love me no matter what...I just had to ask him. I ask him now to open his arms and accept you as his loving angel. You will be forever missed!

Mike & Barb Loffredo

July 20, 2012

Dave,I will never forget what a great person you were.Such a kind,funny and wonderful neighbor for a lot of years.RIP good friend.God Bless your wonderful family you leave behind.We'll never forget you.

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